Mexican cuisine staples include enchiladas. The word “enchilada” is Spanish for “add chili peppers to anything.” The key ingredient in the traditional enchilada sauce is the Chile pepper. The tortilla, which is made from corn, serves as the enchilada’s base. After that, a specific type of meat is added, usually poultry like chicken or turkey. […]
Taco Salad in a Jar
February 15, 2023 by 18 Comments
This quick and easy lunch recipe is not only delicious but it’s also packed with healthy food. Layers of lettuce, tomatoes, beans, and more go into this Taco Salad in a Jar. Caroline MeridaIn addition to being a skilled and passionate chef, Caroline is an awesome mother of two. In her spare time, Caroline pursues […]
12 Favorite Mexican Recipes
May 15, 2022 by 2 Comments
Wednesday is typically Mexican Dinner Night at our house, so we thought it would be fun to pull together some our favorite Mexican recipes and a few that we spotted around blogland and have added to our must try list! Whether you enjoy a traditional burrito or maybe comfort food like Campanelle, we have just the […]
Taco Soup
September 13, 2017 by Leave a Comment
One of our favorite recipes to warm us up during the Fall and Winter is Taco Soup, it’s delicious and super quick…15 minutes on the stovetop using only one pan makes for a quick meal and clean-up.  Or if you like you can add all the ingredients to the Crockpot and let it simmer for […]
Mini Taco Cups
March 16, 2015 by 1 Comment
We are a snack lovin’ family! In fact, one of the meals that our boys love the most is when we have Appetizers. These Mini Taco Cups are the perfect appetizer, snack, treat or even a side dish for your Mexican meal. Mark HammillMark is a self-taught cook specializing in Asian cuisine. Mark’s passion for […]
Build your own Taco Bar
September 24, 2014 by 2 Comments
Simple Meals. Raising a family with three boys is anything but simple, even meal time can be an adventure. So keeping it simple is definitely something we have learned to do over the years. One of our simple meals are tacos and they are always a hit at dinner time in our house, whether we […]
Mexican Basics: Homemade Flour Tortilla Recipe
September 16, 2014 by 7 Comments
All this week we are sharing Mexican Basics with you. Yesterday we shared a recipe for Classic Guacamole, that is super easy to put together and delicious too! Making this Homemade Flour Tortilla Recipe is also one of the easiest things you can do. Take the word of a novice when we’re talking about making breads of […]
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Wings
February 28, 2014 by 5 Comments
A little sweet, a little tangy and packed with flavor, these Slow Cooker Teriyaki Wings go together in minutes. And are sure to become a family favorite! Eliot Martin Eliot Martin is a book lover and a public relations graduate. He currently lives in the Phoenix area, where he spends most of his time playing video […]
Southwest Fish Tacos
October 1, 2013 by 3 Comments
Tacos are one of those meals that just about everyone enjoys. We have made them several different ways adding beef, pork and even chicken. But Fish Tacos are something we have never tried until now. By using a new frozen fish fillet, these Southwest Fish Tacos are on the table in less than 30 minutes! […]