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Tomatillos, 1 onion, 1 head of garlic, 1 jalapeno, and cilantro gathered in a wood platter.
Tomatillo Sauce Cinco de MayoSauces
February 22, 2024

Tomatillo Sauce

We love this versatile tomatillo sauce made from fresh, roasted ingredients.  And, it is so easy!  Use this tomatillo sauce as a stand alone dip or to change things up on everyday tacos or in chicken enchiladas.     The Tomatillo Sauce Ingredients I am always inspired to make this tomatillo sauce when I see the produce section has plentiful, fresh tomatillos. For this sauce, you will need 10-12 medium…
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Italian sausage & bean soup prepared in a white bowl
Italian Sausage & Bean Soup Cold Weather ComfysDinnerPorkSoupsSoups
February 15, 2024

Italian Sausage & Bean Soup

If you are looking for an all in one, hearty, and delicious any night meal, this Italian sausage and bean soup is perfect. We tend to prefer and therefore make it in fall and winter months, as it lends itself to those seasons.  It is a recipe that has been evolving over time, depending on what veggies are in the fridge and which pasta is available in the pantry.  Also,…
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Cooked rice with the cilantro and lime added in
Cilantro Lime Rice Cinco de MayoStarchy SidesStarchy Sides
February 8, 2024

Cilantro Lime Rice

Tired of boring, tasteless rice? This cilantro lime rice adds an extra zing to any taco or fajita bowl.  It is also a great side dish to add something new to your weeknight rotation and definitely a side dish worthy of guests as well! With only a few extra steps than typical rice preparation, this recipe adds bold flavor that is more than worth it. Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients This…
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Beef Taco Bowls prepared over cilantro lime rice and black beans, garnished with lime wedges, avocado slices, cilantro, and sauteed orange and yellow bell peppers.
Beef Taco Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice Beef & SteakCinco de MayoDinnerKids FavoritesMain DishesSuperbowl
February 8, 2024

Beef Taco Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice

This beef taco bowl with cilantro lime rice is a family favorite and an easy weeknight meal.  The seasoned beef and slightly tangy rice pack great, complementary flavors into one yummy dish. Beef Taco Bowl Ingredients To make this bowl, for the seasoned beef, you will need:  1.5 lb of ground beef, to your desired leanness, one half of a white or yellow onion, one diced tomato, one beef bouillon cube,…
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Super Bowl Party Strategies EntertainmentSuperbowl
January 30, 2024

Super Bowl Party Strategies

It is time for the grand finale of football season!  Whether you are celebrating the big game itself or the end to the longest season of the year ….we always feel we need a few Super Bowl party strategies.  Here are some of our favorite go-to tips for maximizing fun and minimizing stress on Super Bowl Sunday. Make Your Party Food Ahead of Time If you are planning to gather…
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Taco layer dip prepared in a baking dish garnished with cilantro side by side with a bowl of fresh tortilla chips
Taco Layer Dip with Ground Beef AppetizersCinco de MayoDipsSuperbowl
January 29, 2024

Taco Layer Dip with Ground Beef

Anyone love the combo of a traditional layer dip but want to try it in a warmer, semi-baked version?   This taco layer dip adds in ground beef cooked with our own Beef Taco Seasoning.  Serve this Taco Layer Dip with tortilla chips and a fine margarita.  It is truly a perfect Super Bowl party food! The Taco Layer Dip Ingredients For the seasoned ground beef, you will need 1 pound ground…
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2 pork carnitas tacos on a white plate
Pork Carnitas for Tacos Cinco de MayoCrock-PotDinnerMain DishesPorkSuperbowl
January 27, 2024

Pork Carnitas for Tacos

Pork carnitas tacos is a family favorite, as it is perfect for all seasons, large or small groups and leftovers! We love the flavorful, tender meat and the fresh taco toppings that are served with it.  Oh, and it's also super easy to make, which is a definite plus. For this carnitas recipe, we recommend using a 3-4 lb pork shoulder (or you could use pork "butt" which is considered…
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Beef and seasoning cooking in a pan
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January 27, 2024

Beef Taco Seasoning

This is a simple taco seasoning recipe, yet it adds so much flavor to ground beef, making it perfect for everyday tacos or taco bowls. Beef Taco Seasoning Ingredients Of course, it is much easier to buy prepackaged taco seasoning, which we have done many times. However, you actually likely have most of the ingredients for a great seasoning already.   In fact, this recipe evolved over times in which I…
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Baked cheesy ham sliders
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January 27, 2024

Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders

This little Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders recipe takes the ham sandwich to the next level.  The sweetness of the Hawaiian roll combined with the savory flavors of the Swiss cheese, ham, and buttery seasoning mixture make this a crowd pleaser for any party.  The butter seasoning element of these crisps up the edges of the rolls and makes them even more delicious. Do you ever feel like when you…
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queso dip prepared in a bowl, garnished with 3 tortilla chips
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January 26, 2024

Texas Style Queso Dip

This hearty Texas-style queso dip is easy and delicious; it is perfect for football-watching parties!  This dip is made with real cheese!  However, we grew up on the Velveeta cheese and Rotel version of queso, which was a highlight to many gatherings over the years.  Since then, we have adapted this recipe a bit using a variety of real cheeses (not Velveeta) and adding ground beef, onions, and spices.  There…
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