Salsa Quemada (Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa)

This authentic salsa gets its smoky depth from fire-roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, and chiles. Bold, rustic, and full of flavor — perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or chips! Ingredients: 4 medium Roma tomatoes 4 tomatillos (husked and rinsed) 2–4 serrano or jalapeño chiles (to taste) 3 cloves garlic (unpeeled) 1/4 medium white onion 1/4 cup chopped… Continue reading Salsa Quemada (Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa)

Authentic Mexican rice

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice * 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola oil) 1 teaspoon garlic , minced 1/4 medium onion , finely diced 1/4 cup tomato sauce , or 2 pureed tomatoes* 2 teaspoons tomato bouillon granulated, or cubes* 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 carrot , diced 1/2 cup peas (frozen or fresh) 3 cups water 1–3 whole serrano peppers , optional Instructions Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Set aside.In a large saucepan over… Continue reading Authentic Mexican rice

Fried Chicken Livers

Fried Chicken Livers RecipeIngredients: 1 lb (450 g) chicken livers, trimmed and cleaned 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a squeeze of lemon juice) 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch) 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp paprika (smoked if you like) ¼… Continue reading Fried Chicken Livers

Red Chile Pork with Papas, Huevos & Fresh Tortillas

Red Chile Pork with Papas, Huevos & Fresh Tortillas IngredientsFor the Red Chile Pork 2 lbs pork shoulder (cut into bite-size chunks) 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or lard) 1 medium onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups red chile sauce (from dried New Mexico red chile pods or store-bought puree) 1 tsp ground cumin… Continue reading Red Chile Pork with Papas, Huevos & Fresh Tortillas

Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Potato Muffins

Why You’ll Love This Recipe Crispy & Cheesy : The Parmesan topping creates a golden, crunchy crust that’s utterly addictive.Savory & Satisfying : Packed with zucchini, potatoes, and herbs for a hearty, flavorful bite.Kid-Friendly : A sneaky way to get veggies into your family’s diet—kids will love the crispy texture!Make-Ahead Friendly : Prep ahead and… Continue reading Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Potato Muffins

Turkey Noodle Soup

Ingredients (serves 6–8): 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter 1 medium onion, diced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 8 cups turkey or chicken broth 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh) 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 2 tbsp fresh) 1 bay… Continue reading Turkey Noodle Soup