Living in Southern California, we’re spoiled with easy access to amazing Mexican food. Elote is one of the the best ways to enjoy corn. This seasoned corn on the cob is the perfect side dish at summer cookouts when corn on the cob is at its peak! But don’t think this fantastic corn can only…
Taco Marinated Chicken
Tender marinated chicken is a great go-to item, great for dinner and to add to nachos. Marinated chicken is always worth the small amount of time it takes for the HUGE flavor and tenderness you’ll get out of it. Marinades work from a couple hours to overnight, so you can plan it out a day…
Easy Empanadas
Mexican food can be quick and easy, and super tasty all at the same time. These empanadas need to be at the top of your must make list and they are just in time for Cinco de Mayo. These easy empanadas are made with pie crust and seasoned ground chicken. Feel free to make…
Mexican Corn Macaroni Salad
Mexican Street Corn often known as Elote can be found on the streets of Mexico, at fairs, boardwalks and farmers markets and are irresistible. Mexican Corn ~Elote~ Macaroni Salad Don’t miss one delicious recipe and get my FREE e-cookbook click here! Tangy, cheesy, slightly spicy and sweet all at the same time, equals delicious in my book!…
Eggs Benedict Enchiladas
This dish will KNOCK your socks OFF! It’s uncomplicated, perfect for holiday breakfasts and brunch. This Eggs Benedict Enchiladas Recipe is sponsored by Tyson Foods for TortillaLand tortillas, all opinions are my own. Eggs Benedict Enchiladas Don’t miss one delicious recipe and get my FREE e-cookbook click here! Get ready for a fun twist on…
Raspberry and Lime Shrimp Ceviche
This is not your traditional ceviche, it’s updated with a delicious fruity flavor and it’s irresistible! Throwing tradition to the wind with this one…. I’m a seafood lover through and through and have made ceviche many times, I often don’t use raw fish and seafood, because I like to be sure it’s safe to…
Carne Asada Fries
There is nothing like a hot skillet full of tasty Carne Asada Fries I don’t like when fries get cold, serving them in a heated skillet, keeps them hot and crispy! I like my fries piled high full of deliciously marinaded Carne Asada, topped with Cotija Cheese jalapeños and of course sour cream and…
Avocado Corn Cakes
Breakfast just got a kicked up a notch with these Avocado Corn Cakes they are so delicious, they are enjoyed with syrup or sour cream appealing to both the sweet and savory breakfast lovers… these are great for brinner too…you know breakfast at dinner time, Not going to lie here….I couldn’t stop eating them, neither…
Green Chicken Chile Dip
Sometimes dip is more than just dip. This is one of those times. This dip is delicious and filling. Can’t most dips say that? I don’t think so. I can usually eat a bag of chips along with dip and still be hungry for a full meal, please don’t judge. Please don’t tell me I’m…
Verde Chicken Risotto
Well it’s back to school around here and that means… crazy weeknight schedules… dinners need to be easy and loved by all. I think it’s funny when you have a conversation about something and then a day later it seems like your having the same conversation with someone else. That happened to me…
Mexican French Bread Pizza
French Bread Pizza gets an updated twist. Crusty French Bread gets slathered with refried beans and topped with some taco favorites. A great appetizer, snack or main dish everyone will be asking you to make more of these. Perfect for parties and get togethers. They can be assembled ahead of time and only take minutes to bake. It’s very…
Mexican Rice with Elote
Elote, what a fun name. I would hear people say it and wondered what it meant. It means Mexican Corn, typically the type you see at fairs or on the streets from a vendor. Sometimes it’s on a stick, and other times you grab it by the husk and start eating. I love corn on…
Grilled Apple Cinnamon A la Mode Tacos
Tacos have sure come a long way since I was a kid, pretty much then… living on the East Coast, it was ground beef tacos when anyone mentioned a taco. There were no taco shops, you couldn’t buy a taco anywhere I was aware of… Now living in Southern California, there are taco shops everywhere…
Tropical Avocado Smoothie
A fruit smoothie like no other. Really there is avocado, pineapple, and coconut in this delicious smoothie. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo or to whip up and enjoy anytime. I love pineapple and coconut together, it’s such a wonderful taste. I’ve made Grilled Cake and Pineapple that is a super-fun! A really popular quick and…
Mexican Pasta Salad
I have always loved corn on the cob. When I was a kid we had a large garden and corn was one of the best parts. I still love it and find it irresistable when I see it roasted at boardwalks and fairs. Something so simple and it tastes so great. For this recipe I…
