Mexican Sopa de Fideo with Potatoes, Beans, and Ground Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 cup fideo (vermicelli noodles) 1 medium potato, peeled and diced 1/2 cup cooked pinto beans (or black beans) 1 small onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tomato, chopped 4 cups beef or chicken broth 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp oregano Salt and pepper to… Continue reading Mexican Sopa de Fideo with Potatoes, Beans, and Ground Beef

Grandma’s Capirotada Recipe

Ingredients: 6 cups of water3 Piloncillo cones3 Mexican cinnamon sticks3 whole cloves1 cup raisins1/2 cup roasted, salted peanuts12 thick slices of bolillo or French bread (see note below)2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Directions: Preheat over to 350 degreesIn a medium-sized stockpot, add the water, piloncillo, cinnamon sticks, and cloves over medium-high heat. Allow… Continue reading Grandma’s Capirotada Recipe

Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

A soft flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, beans, and onions, smothered in rich red enchilada sauce, melted cheddar, and topped with black olives.Ingredients: For the Filling: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp cumin Salt & pepper to taste 1 cup refried beans… Continue reading Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

Bacon-Wrapped Chorizo and Cheese Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers (Smoked with Cherry Wood)

Ingredients (Serves 6-8) For the Poppers: 12 large jalapeños 1/2 lb Mexican chorizo 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened 12 slices of bacon 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp garlic powder Salt & black pepper, to taste For Smoking: Cherry wood chips Prep the Ingredients Prepare the Filling: In a skillet… Continue reading Bacon-Wrapped Chorizo and Cheese Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers (Smoked with Cherry Wood)

Pinto Bean Chili

Pinto Bean Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. It’s packed with protein and fiber from the beans, and you can customize it with your favorite spices and toppings. Here’s a simple recipe to make Pinto Bean Chili: Ingredients2 cups dried pinto beans (or 4 cans of pinto… Continue reading Pinto Bean Chili

Christmas-Style Steak Pozole (Posole Navideño con Carne de Res)

A soul-warming bowl of rich broth, tender beef steak, hearty hominy, onions, and green chile — served New Mexico-style with warm tortillas or fry bread! Ingredients:2 lbs beef steak (sirloin or chuck, cut in large chunks) Salt & pepper to taste 1 tbsp oil 6 cups beef broth (or water + bouillon) 2 cups white… Continue reading Christmas-Style Steak Pozole (Posole Navideño con Carne de Res)