You've just been swept into a time-space warp when (and where) it is always Cinco de Mayo. I am Yazzy and I am very happy to see you here. Join us on this bean and hot chiles-fueled journey to authentic, and sometimes adventurous, Mexican cuisine. Hold on to your sombreros and VAMOS!
This delightfully Exquisite Deconstructed Chile Relleno Casserole ticks all the right boxes. It boasts deep, multilayered flavors, all harmoniously combined, making this a tantalizing and satisfying dish. It is great for your Cinco de Mayo fiesta or any other day.
Ah! Imagine this happening after all the slandering and maligning that has been hurled at red meat in general, and pork meat in particular, giving it such a bad rap! Many health experts have made, in recent years, a surprising about-face regarding the nutritional virtues of pork meat! Beyond it’s delicious flavor, there are a […]
Addictively delicious, extremely easy, diet-friendly and ready in a jiff. What’s not to like?
This Super Easy Finger-Licking Chipotle Creamy Sauce Shrimp is all that and more!
What can possibly be better than a good tamal? A good tamal plus Champurrado, a warm and comforting traditional Mexican drink. If you love tamales and atoles, you will absolutely enjoy these three new recipes: Pork Adobo Tamales, Pineapple-Coconut Tamales and Champurrado.
This Easy Green Salsa Chicken or Turkey Tinga Tostadas recipe is a very tasty alternative to put your leftovers to good use. It is also extremely versatile.
These are Three Ways to Make Gorditas, all of which got the “Gringo’s (my hubby) seal of approval. They are very tasty, if I say so myself. Plus, we have included a bonus recipe to make your own Chicharrón Prensado at home
This surprisingly easy and so quick to make Shrimp Pozole recipe is a keeper. You will surely find it comforting in the cooler days ahead.
Sopes epitomize the beauty and richness of Mexican food. These Bean Chorizo Sopes are simple to make and highly enjoyable, not to mention addictive! Dollop with your favorite salsa!
Is that leftover rotisserie chicken sitting in your fridge silently judging you for not using it? Well, if you were looking for a sign, this is it! This Chicken Aztec Casserole ticks all the right boxes and it’s soooo cheesy too!
A flaky, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust filled with tantalizingly tasty shrimp? I am all in!
Enfrijoladas have been around in Mexico for centuries. This is an easy and popular recipe passed down from one generation to the next. How could they not be if they are so flavorful, deeply satisfying and ready in a jiffy?
Enjoy the traditional flavors of Old Mexico with this savory and comforting Chicharrón Aztec Casserole.
Welcome to your new guilty pleasure. Exquisite beer-battered shrimp, deep-fried to crispy perfection, then topped with a bright and creamy Avocado-Cilantro sauce and garnished with a tangy, pickled vegetable mix, all wrapped in warm tortillas. These Ensenada Shrimp Tacos are perfect for 5 de Mayo, Mother’s Day or, really, any day!
Fork-tender, melt in your mouth, pork meat, slightly and deliciously crisped in rendered fat. That is the very defitition of the best Crock Pot Carnitas ever!
Tuna Salpicón Tostadas are low in calories, tasty and ready to eat in a jiff. Not the mention, absolutely perfect for warm weather.
Nopalitos Navegantes is a beloved Mexican dish that offers both taste and nutrition. It is ready in 30 minutes tops and, also, it is so filling!
Mole de Olla is the stew we all need right now. It is comforting, filling, nutritious and oh-so-tasty!
Just like we have stews, soups and chowder here in the USA, there are many hearty and satisfying Mexican dishes that are great to keep you warm, full and nourished during the long winters. And although extremely cold winters are usually limited to Northern Mexico, we enjoy our Winter Comfort Food country-wide. Enter, for instance, […]
Our easy to make spicy, sweet and sour sauce is the perfect accompaniment for the juicy turkey breast. Try this enticing Cranberry Chipotle Turkey Breast this Thanksgiving for a change.
Traditional Chiles Rellenos may take a little work, but you can rest assured that you will never, ever, regret the time spent making them! I have three words, music to your ears: “Oozing with cheese!”
Satisfyingly crunchy and flavorful Milanesas (Breaded Cutlets) will sweep you off your feet. Enjoy in a Torta or simply with salad and mashed potatoes.
The ingredients in this recipe will achieve a superbly moist and spicy Mexican Chorizo Meatloaf, guaranteed! It will tantalize your taste buds and become your favorite.
You can have your Carnitas taco and eat it too without feeling guilty. This Air Fryer Carnitas recipe slashes the calories big time while preserving the great taste!
Ham, cheese, potatoes all, literally, rolled into one? Count me in!
Chicken, tomato, and that deep, spicy and smoky chipotle flavor make these Chicken Tinga Tostadas simply irresistible.
You will be hard pressed to find another cut that is as inexpensive but yields a lot of tasty, fork-tender meat also . Give these Beef Lengua Tacos a try!
These Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas are delish and made in a jiff, with just a few ingredients!
These simple and tasty Stuffed Avocados recipes highlight just how versatile avocados are.
These scrumptious and satisfying Crispy Birria Tacos will do your taste buds good!
Bright tomatillo salsa, rich sour cream and gooey cheese balance each other deliciously in these wonderful Enchiladas Suizas.