The Perfect Margarita

Description Mastering the margarita requires a certain amount of practice, but once you dial-in your perfect ratio, it’s a really easy cocktail to replicate. The classic recipe is 3 parts tequila, 2 parts triple sec, and 1 part freshly squeezed lime juice, and you should probably start off pretty close to that, but my personal … Read more

Fish Tacos

Description I’m from San Diego and these taste just like home! We live in the south now, and nobody has heard of these! Serve with homemade pico de gallo, and lime wedges to squeeze on top! Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup … Read more

Authentic Mole Sauce

Description Hot chiles and rich chocolate make this authentic mole sauce perfect for topping stewed meats or enchiladas. Ingredients 2 cups chicken broth 2 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded 3 dried chipotle chiles, stemmed and seeded 1 dinner roll, torn into pieces 2 corn tortillas, cut into … Read more

Authentic Mexican Chili Rellenos

Description This is an authentic Mexican recipe that has been handed down for generations in my family. Ingredients 6 fresh Anaheim chile peppers 1 (8 ounce) package queso asadero (white Mexican cheese), cut into 3/4-inch thick strips 2 eggs, separated 1 teaspoon baking powder ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 cup vegetable shortening for frying Instructions … Read more

Simple Scones

Description Make a holiday breakfast — or afternoon tea — really special with these sweet bakery treats. Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour ⅓ cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, frozen ½ cup raisins (or dried currants) ½ cup sour cream 1 large egg Instructions … Read more

Loaded Bacon, Cheddar, and Ranch Potatoes

Description Best potatoes you will ever make, guaranteed! This recipe feeds a lot of people. I took it to a potluck and the pan came home licked clean, literally! People were going back for seconds and thirds and disappointed when it was all gone. This is a totally addictive potato recipe, you just can’t stop … Read more

Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

Description When you don’t have time to make your soup totally from scratch, this is a very easy, very good substitute. Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped celery 4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth 1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable broth ½ pound chopped cooked chicken breast 1 ½ cups egg noodles … Read more

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

Description You might’ve tried boiling, mashing, and even turning cauliflower into ‘rice’. For a different take on cauliflower, try these oven-roasted cauliflower steaks seasoned with a simple lemon-garlic sauce. Serve the steaks with chimichurri sauce or topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, sliced green olives and crumbled feta cheese. Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower, sliced lengthwise … Read more

Tzatziki Sauce

Description Easy dressing for gyros or Greek salad. Also makes a nice dipping sauce for Veggies. HINT: Tastes best when chilled for at least 1 hour after preparation. Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) containers plain yogurt 2 cucumbers – peeled, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ lemon, juiced salt and pepper to taste 1 … Read more

Popcorn Salad

Description This salad is a real conversation piece. Whoever heard of popcorn in a salad? If you take it to a dinner, mix the salad and carry the popcorn separately to be added at the last minute. Ingredients 10 slices bacon ¾ cup mayonnaise 1 cup diced celery 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided 1 … Read more