How to Make Mexican Refried Beans Step #1: Heat the lard in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cooked beans, stir well, then cover and let cook for 4-5 minutes. On a lazy Saturday morning, I decided to make Roasted Poblanos in Cream Sauce and Homemade Refried Beans. The difference between homemade refried beans and canned stuff is like night and day. To really experience the full difference in taste, start with beans from scratch....
on Jul 18, 2013, Updated Oct 26, 2021 31 Comments You see, even though we’ve had Nutella in our house for years, he hasn’t really “fallen in love” with it until this past week at camp. In preparation for his week away from home, I packed little single serve packets of his favorite peanut butter into his camp trunk and, on a whim, I tossed in one of the single serving packs of Nutella that I saw in the grocery store....
How to Make Patatas Bravas Step #6: Carefully transfer the mixture to the saucepan (it may splatter a bit); cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce has darkened in color and the raw onion taste is gone, about 5 to 6 minutes. Taste and add salt and pepper as desired. This dish, often served in tapas bars and restaurants, combines the comforting appeal of crispy, golden potatoes with the zest and heat of the bravas sauce....
on Jul 19, 2017, Updated Sep 10, 2024 64 Comments One of my favorite breakfasts to make for my family has always been a large batch of buttermilk pancakes. They always love them, and they are just right for a warm, delicious, comforting breakfast. These pancake muffins make an even easier version that is grab-and-go portable, make-ahead friendly, and always a favorite. But, let me tell you about these pancake muffins....
on Jan 28, 2015, Updated Jan 24, 2024 73 Comments As a fan of Mexican food, appetizers like chips with salsa and guacamole are some of my favorites, but white queso cheese dip is at the top of the list! I developed a recipe made with fresh, real cheeses that my family likes even better than the restaurant version. This homemade queso is so easy to make any time with just a few ingredients and a few different ways, too....
on Feb 09, 2018, Updated Aug 27, 2021 No Comments Oh my stars, friends. This salad! It is one of my absolute, all-time favorite salad recipes that I can’t get enough of lately! It is packed with so much flavor and one that works perfectly for serving for lunch or supper, for a make-ahead meal to serve for an easy family supper or even when entertaining! It is amazing!...
Sofritas is a Latin American dish that is packed with a lot of flavor and heat. If you do not like spicy food, not to worry, with this recipe you can adjust the spice to your liking. Recently Chipotle added sofritas to their menu as a protein option which is great for a vegan diet and when you’re on the go, but I personally prefer making it at home from scratch on top of White Rice with a side of my Mexican Pinto Bean Soup....
This Taco Boats recipe is easy to make. Using zucchini boats instead of taco shells is a low carb way to enjoy tacos. If you want to make these as keto zucchini boats, all you need to do is leave out the black beans. This recipe uses lean ground beef, but what is great is that you can substitute ground chicken or ground turkey if you prefer. When I cook I love when there is lots of color in a dish....
How to Make Thai Limeade Step #1: Combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, lime leaves, and lemongrass in a saucepan over medium heat. Allow the simple syrup to steep for 10 minutes. Strain the leaves and lemongrass pieces from the liquid. Let it cool for 10 minutes. Packed with lively citrus flavor, this drink puts a fun twist on traditional limeade by blending sweet and sour. It captures the essence of Thai cuisine of this popular drink often served at Thai restaurants....
on Feb 06, 2024 No Comments Seared Scallops Bright, buttery, delicate, and so tender, these Seared Scallops make such a quick and easy dinner recipe. Simple Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe This Simple Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe is ready in 15 minutes and is so delicious. Air Fryer Baked Potato These easy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are made with 3 ingredients and ready in about 30 minutes! A delicious, fluffy baked potato with crispy skin worthy of any restaurant baked potato!...
How to Make Vegan Lentil Soup Step #1: Heat a large Dutch oven or another heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the oil and heat until shimmering. Add the onions, leeks, celery, and carrots to the pot. Sauté for five minutes, or until golden. On one hand, I’m thrilled to have an excuse to make Easy Tuscan Bean Soup, Caramel Apple Sangria, and this Vegan Lentil Soup. On the other, I just cannot handle that summer is nearly over....
on Aug 18, 2023 2 Comments Chicken thighs make a flavorful and versatile part of any meal. This easy method of cooking in the air fryer results in crispy, tender, and juicy chicken every time. Made with a quick and easy marinade of lemon and seasonings, you’ll turn to this recipe time and again. Delicious served with a salad, pasta, or your favorite vegetables. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Quick and easy....
How to Make Authentic Chicken Shawarma Step #1: Pour the ¼ cup of olive oil into a large plastic zipper bag. Add in the marinade spices, then seal the bag and shake to combine. Sauces like tahini sauce, Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce), garlic yogurt sauce, tzatziki, or even just a dash of hot sauce often enhance the joy of shawarma, adding extra flavor and moisture to every bite. Chicken Shawarma, originating in the 19th century Ottoman Empire and an adaptation of the Turkish “döner kebab,” has become a global street food favorite, known for its flavorful and tender meat....
on Nov 17, 2014, Updated Sep 03, 2021 5 Comments My son loves carrots. It is one vegetable I have always been able to depend on him devouring, even in his pickiest of stages. I remember him going through a stage where he turned up his nose at every vegetable I asked him about making for supper. Finally, I decided to let him start picking them as we walked through the produce section of the grocery store or to the local farmer’s market....
on Dec 18, 2013, Updated Oct 15, 2021 31 Comments It is definitely one of the easiest recipes to toss together when entertaining, which probably explains why she has always loved to make it through the years. I just remember being excited when it was finally time to serve her chicken cheese ball at whatever event she was hosting so that I could have a bite. She’d usually prepare it the evening before, or even earlier, and there it would be, taunting me in the refrigerator until time for her party....
on Jan 14, 2013, Updated Aug 26, 2021 11 Comments I had been running errands all day, Little Buddy and I were getting our flu shots, buying groceries, returning books to the library, and all of those things that sound like they’ll just take a few minutes, but end up taking more time than you’d bargained. After getting the groceries all unpacked and put away, I realized what time it was and had to hustle to get something started for our supper....
How to Make Chilaquiles Rojos Step #1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Lightly fry or bake corn tortillas cut into wedges until they achieve a slight crispiness to create this dish. These tortilla pieces are then simmered in a red salsa (salsa roja), made from ingredients like tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chili peppers, until they are just softened but not too soggy. The red salsa gives the dish its characteristic color and name “Rojos,” meaning “reds” in Spanish....
on Oct 15, 2014, Updated Aug 30, 2021 12 Comments Let me tell you about these amazing little energy balls! They are gluten-free, grain-free, naturally sweetened, but definitely not flavor-free! Perfect if you are following a Paleo or clean eating lifestyle, these little babies are just what you need to put a little pep in your step. My husband and son love spending time outside, camping, hiking, backpacking, you name it and I love knowing that they’ll have plenty of energy while doing so with these little energy balls....
on Mar 12, 2013, Updated Jan 28, 2023 26 Comments Looking for more egg recipes? I think you’ll love my hard boiled eggs recipe, scrambled eggs, how to freeze eggs, and easy eggs benedict. We love to keep hard boiled eggs in the refrigerator. They are perfect for a quick and easy protein-rich snack, to use in salads, egg salad sandwiches, and of course as deviled eggs. One thing I learned years ago is how to cook them in the oven and in the air fryer....
How to Make Freezer Salsa Step #1: Place all the ingredients in a large food processor or blender and process until you reach the desired consistency. If you have a smaller food processor, like I do, you may need to process in batches to avoid a mess of tomato products spilling down the side of your cabinets. I call this freezer salsa recipe the “Happy Hour Salsa” for two reasons. First, the salsa has a restaurant-like consistency—thick and smooth, with delightful little chunks....
