Several years ago, I used to live in a super small city in New Mexico, pretty close to the Texas border. Whenever we wanted to go to a “big city” we would travel to Amarillo or Lubbock, TX. I know, I know, those are not that big, but they certainly seemed like it at the…
Enchilada Wontons (with red chile & beef)
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Love red chile beef enchiladas? Here is a fun spin on a classic New Mexican dish! Enchilada wontons 🙂 We are a solid 9+ months into the Pandemic, and I have not been cooking much! Well, actually, I cook every day, but only because I have children to feed. What I haven’t been doing is…
Chile Verde Arepas
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I’ve been feeling creative in the kitchen lately, so I’m combining one of my favorite stews – chile verde – with freshly made arepas for a truly unique (and super tasty) chile verde arepas! One of the first meals I ever made was chile verde. Â That was almost 14 years ago, and I have been…
Calabacitas
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Calabacitas are a Mexican dish that combines zucchini, yellow squash, peppers, corn, and tomatoes. If you want to learn how easy it is to make this healthy and flavorful side dish, keep reading! Calabacitas make a colorful, vibrant side dish to almost any Mexican dish. Last weekend, I met my in-laws at Sadies for dinner….
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
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When I first started cooking, enchiladas were one of my favorite go-to recipes in my limited recipe box. They’re fairly quick to put together, and they have a lot of wow factor for a new cook. There are also tons of different ways to make enchiladas! My favorite enchiladas are made with ground beef, corn…
Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Bites
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Celebrating Cinco De Mayo As a New Mexican native, I have been celebrating Cinco de Mayo for as long as I can remember. My favorite part about hosting a Cinco de Mayo get together at my house, is it gives me an excuse to make delicious Mexican recipes, paired with refreshing beers, to celebrate the…
What to Pack for Balloon Fiesta
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Want to know what to pack for Balloon Fiesta? Here is a comprehensive list of everything you should need to enjoy this magical event! No matter how many times I see it, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is absolutely magical. When I first moved to Albuquerque, I finally understood why it was such a big…
Easy Breakfast Tacos
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Tacos aren’t just for breakfast anymore! These easy breakfast tacos are loaded with bacon, eggs, and cheese. I am sort of on a taco binge. Maybe it’s because I am trying to be more frugal, and eat cheaper meals (my grocery bill is a bit ridiculous lately). Maybe it’s because I love corn tortillas, ooooh…
Stuffed Tortilla Cups with Potatoes and Bacon
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These stuffed tortilla cups are unique and tasty, filled with a blend of potatoes, bacon, and chipotle peppers. A few weeks ago, we got together with friends to watch the Super Bowl. I know it sounds strange, but my favorite part of getting together to watch football has always been creating fun foods to share….
Blue Corn Pancakes
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A New Mexican recipe for classic blue corn pancakes. They’re the perfect balance of savory and sweet. If you visit enough restaurants in New Mexico, you’ll find Blue Corn Pancakes are frequently an item on the breakfast or brunch menu. They’re especially prominent in Santa Fe. What are Blue Corn Pancakes Blue corn pancakes are…