Dash of Color and Spice

Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)

January 29, 2021

Blue bowl with Caldo de Res with zucchini, squash, corn, carrots, and beef. Small bowl of rice in background

This caldo de res, (Mexican beef soup), is seriously one of the most comforting soups ever. It probably has to do a lot with the fact that it was a staple in our house growing up and was always something I looked forward to. To this day my abuelita Socorro makes THE BEST caldo de res and it always is so dang good for the soul. It is full of veggies and flavored by a delicious beef broth made from cooking the beef in water before adding all the veggies. It’s hearty but healthy and, let me me be real, perfect with a side of Mexican rice.

Chile Colorado

January 22, 2021

Chile Colorado translates to reddened chile and that is exactly what you think of when you hear this dish. A beautiful red chile sauce is made to accompany tender chunks of pork and left to simmer for the deepest, most delicious flavor infusion. The guajillo peppers used in this sauce create that beautiful red color while the ancho peppers help with the depth of flavor. Don’t be intimidated by the use of dried peppers, they truly are easy to work with and you can use them in so many recipes!

Arroz con Leche

January 15, 2021

Arroz con leche is one of the most comforting and delicious foods, (or drink), I grew up with. It translates to rice with milk and that is exactly what it is. Think of it as a Mexican rice pudding that is very simple but so satisfying. Growing up, my mom would make this arroz con leche in a way that would make it easy for us to drink and eat the rice. Just like many other dishes in Mexican cuisine, arroz con leche can be very different depending on where your family is from. Also, arroz con leche is not just Mexican but there are various other Latin countries that enjoy their own versions of it as well.

Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

January 13, 2021

Instant pot lasagna soup is exactly what you would think of when you say it. A hearty soup with all the components of a delicious lasagna deconstructed and turned into a soup. As if lasagna wasn’t already comforting enough, right?! My favorite part about the soup is the delicious ricotta-based cheese mixture that you dollop on top of the soup. The warmth from the soup helps it melt right in and make it extra creamy and delicious!

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

December 21, 2020

Capirotada is a traditional Mexican bread pudding typically served during lent. However, my mami made it around the holidays and a lot of times it was our Christmas dessert. It was always perfect with a nice little cafecito, (coffee), or a glass of milk. This Capirotada will forever and always remind me of my mami. It’s amazing how the smells of the cinnamon infusing in the syrup and the first bite of this dessert can bring back so many memories. I live for the recipes and dishes that take me back to my childhood and make me think back to so many great times spent with my family.

Authentic Mexican Tamales

December 11, 2020

Authentic Mexican red chile colorado pork Tamales on a white plate. Fork on the side. Tamales topped with salsa

Talk about bringing back memories with food! Tamales will forever and always remind me of my abuelita and my mami. Making tamales with them was always a task I enjoyed. Mostly because the outcome was delicious! These Authentic Mexican Tamales are filled with a traditional pork and chile colorado mixture. They’re wrapped in corn husks and steamed in a large steamer called a vaporera. Let’s talk a little more details so you can make these without any kind of intimidation!

Apple Cider Margarita

November 27, 2020

This Apple Cider Margarita is the perfect cocktail this holiday season. Really, it’s good for ANY season if you ask me! Made with only 3 simple ingredients there is really no excuse for you not to make this. It is great for entertaining, holiday meals, or just a regular ol’ Friday!

Apple cider margarita with apple slice and cinnamon stick garnish. Apple on side

Apple cider is one of those things that automatically make you think of the holidays. It reminds me of going to an orchard and sipping on some hot apple cider while enjoying a delicious apple cider donut. Who doesn’t like an apple cider donut?! My favorite kind of apple cider is the spiced kind. There’s something so welcoming and satisfying about the warmness that comes from the cinnamon and spices.

Bourbon Bread Pudding

November 24, 2020

Slice of bread pudding on white bowl with brown pecan sauce. Christmas tree in background

Bread pudding is so comforting and rich, the perfect dessert for any celebration, gathering, or holiday. This Bourbon Bread Pudding has the perfect amount of bourbon to give it just a little extra something that you didn’t quite know it needed. The bourbon pecan sauce is so decadent and the perfect topping for the bread pudding. Want even more decadence and deliciousness? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of a warm slice and drizzle the bourbon sauce on top for the ultimate experience!

Creamiest Mashed Potatoes

November 18, 2020

White bowl of mashed potatoes with melted butter and thyme sprigs

You’re probably thinking there are already so many recipes out there for mashed potatoes. However, these are seriously the creamiest mashed potatoes you will make and try. It only requires 3 major ingredients and a couple of seasonings. That is it! So simple, so easy, and you will make these over and over again. The nice things about these mashed potatoes is how versatile they are. Let’s talk about ways to make them you’re own.

Cinnamon Apple Empanadas

October 30, 2020

I cannot tell you enough how dang delicious these Cinnamon Apple Empanadas are. The smell of apple and cinnamon cooking is pure comfort and happiness. I mean really, is there a better fall/winter smell? The answer is no, there really isn’t! The empanada dough is so easy to make and only takes 3 major ingredients, THREE. I promise it’s easy and you will start making ALL the empanadas when you realize just how easy it is.