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  • Pork Tamales with Salsa Verde- authentic Mexican Tamales filled with tender pork shoulder and tangy tomatillo salsa, perfect for your holiday feast! These are time consuming, but can be made in stages, or even better—with friends! #porktamales #tamalesrecipe #porkchiliverde
    Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes

    Pork Tamales with Salsa Verde

    Pork Tamales with Salsa Verde- authentic Mexican Tamales filled with tender pork shoulder and tangy tomatillo salsa, make for the holidays!

    October 23, 2020
  • Olive Lovers Unite! You've got to try these Spicy Marinated Olives with fiery dried arbol chiles, pan-roasted cloves of garlic and loads of fresh herbs like rosemary and oregano. Fix this when you need a quick, easy & comforting appetizer to share with friends that will disappear in minutes. Serve warm or make ahead and serve room temperature with slices of crusty baguette for scooping. {gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan} #olives #marinatedolives #spicy #appetizer #roastedgarlic #easyappetizer
    Apps, Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Recipes, Snacks

    Spicy Marinated Olives with Roasted Garlic & Herbs

    This quick recipe for Spicy Marinated Olives is an easy and elegant appetizer with pan-roasted cloves of garlic, arbol chiles, and loads of fresh herbs.

    June 1, 2020
  • 10 Recipes To Try the Thanksgiving edition. The 10 recipes I'm making this year for Thanksgiving. #thanksgiving #10recipestotry #menu
    Mains, Recipes

    10 Recipes To Try This Week | 11/24/19

    10 Recipes To Try This Week—Thanksgiving Edition! See the ten recipes I will be making this year for our Thanksgiving feast including TWO meat entrees!

    November 24, 2019
  • Raise a glass to your loved ones this Día de los Muertos with this elegant Spiced Fig Tequila Sour Cocktail. Tart and frothy with the cozy flavors of fall. Made with Tequila Cazadores Blanco, fresh fig syrup and warm spices. #ad #tequilasour #tequilacocktails #holajalapeno #cazadoresambassador
    Drinks, Popular, Recipes

    Spiced Fig Tequila Sour Recipe

    Raise a glass to your loved ones this Día de los Muertos with this elegant Spiced Fig Tequila Sour Cocktail. Tart and frothy with the cozy flavors of fall.

    November 1, 2019
  • Cochinita Pibil traditionally is cooked low and slow outside, but you can easily recreate the same great flavors by baking it in a deep pan in the oven. #ad #pyrexdeep #holajalapeno #cochinitapibil #dayofthedeadrecipe #PyrexAmbassador
    Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes

    How to Make Cochinita Pibil in the Oven

    Cochinita Pibil traditionally is cooked low and slow outside, but you can easily recreate the same great flavors by baking it in a deep pan in the oven.

    October 15, 2019
  • Churro Bacon Waffles are quite literally the best waffle ever. Whole wheat waffles with crisp bacon, brushed with butter and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar. Serve hot with lots of butter, whipped cream, and maple syrup. Perfect for holiday brunch with fruit, breakfast sausage, and scrambled eggs. #waffles #churros #churrowaffles #baconwaffles #bacon #holidaybrunch #ad #FarmerJohn
    Breakfast, Comida Latina, Recipes

    Churro Bacon Waffles

    Churro Bacon Waffles are quite literally the best waffle ever. Whole wheat waffles with crisp bacon, brushed with butter and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar. Serve hot with lots of butter, whipped cream, and maple syrup. Perfect for holiday brunch with fruit, breakfast sausage, and scrambled eggs. #waffles #churros #churrowaffles #baconwaffles #bacon #holidaybrunch #ad #FarmerJohn

    December 14, 2018
  • Chewy, extra spicy molasses crinkle cookies with the warm spices we all love and an extra kick from ground arbol chili powder. These soft ginger cookies are made with coconut oil so they're dairy free and get a special sprinkle of vanilla bean salt too! #spicymolassescookies #molassescookies #gingersnapcookies #gingerbreadcookies #chewycookies #christmascookies
    Dairy Free, Recipes, Snacks, Sweets

    Extra Spicy Molasses Crinkle Cookies

    Chewy, extra spicy molasses crinkle cookies with the warm spices we all love and an extra kick from ground arbol chili powder. These soft ginger cookies are made with coconut oil so they’re dairy free and get a special sprinkle of vanilla bean salt too! #spicymolassescookies #molassescookies #gingersnapcookies #gingerbreadcookies #chewycookies #christmascookies

    December 10, 2018
  • Creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with crispy Spanish chorizo, charred poblano peppers and jalapeño. Basically the most delicious mashed potatoes ever. Serve with broiled salmon, roast chicken, or turkey for the ultimate holiday side dish. #mashedpotatoes #holidayside #potatoes #chorizo #garlicmashedpotatoes
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Side Dishes

    Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spanish Chorizo and Poblanos

    Creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with crispy Spanish chorizo, charred poblano peppers and jalapeño. Basically the most delicious mashed potatoes ever. Serve with broiled salmon, roast chicken, or turkey for the ultimate holiday side dish. #mashedpotatoes #holidayside #potatoes #chorizo #garlicmashedpotatoes

    November 27, 2018
  • These Roasted Mexican Street Carrots are just like everyone's favorite street corn with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a creamy roasted garlic-lime dressing. Make for a quick and easy holiday side. Goes great with turkey, beef tenderloin, or ham. #roastcarrots #vegetarian #holidayside #easyside #carrots #Mexican #thanksgiving #roastedcarrots
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Side Dishes

    Roasted Mexican Street Carrots

    These Roasted Mexican Street Carrots are just like everyone’s favorite street corn with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a creamy roasted garlic-lime dressing. Make for a quick and easy holiday side. Goes great with turkey, beef tenderloin, or ham.

    November 20, 2018
  • We all know what really fuels the holidays: coffee! I've paired the perfect espresso blend to keep you going all season long, from late night prep straight through to last-minute shopping. I've partnered with Peet's Coffee to find that perfect dark roast espresso that will compliment any occasion! #ad #ADeeperDark #espresso #coffee #thanksgiving #PeetsCoffee #coffeepairing #entertainingtips
    Breakfast, Drinks, Home & Garden, Recipes, Sweets

    4 Perfect Espresso Blends For The Holidays

    We all know what really fuels the holidays: coffee! I’ve paired the perfect espresso blend to keep you going all season long, from late night prep straight through to last-minute shopping. I’ve partnered with Peet’s Coffee to find that perfect dark roast espresso that will compliment any occasion!

    November 13, 2018
  • These Chile Verde Chicken Tamales are like fluffy masa present waiting to be unwrapped; stuffed with tender poached chicken and mild green tomatillo salsa.
    Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes

    Chile Verde Chicken Tamales

    These Chile Verde Chicken Tamales are like fluffy masa present waiting to be unwrapped; stuffed with tender poached chicken and mild green tomatillo salsa.

    December 19, 2017
  • A super easy, ultra healthy shrimp ceviche tostada recipe with fresh squeezed lime juice, coconut milk, chiles, cilantro, and thinly sliced scallions.
    Apps, Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes

    Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas with Coconut and Lime

    A super easy, ultra healthy shrimp ceviche tostada recipe with fresh squeezed lime juice, coconut milk, chiles, cilantro, and thinly sliced scallions.

    December 8, 2017
  • Switch up your Holiday Cut-Outs with these Coconut Christmas Cookies. Made with coconut oil and coconut milk and even shredded coconut they are irresistible
    Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Recipes, Snacks, Sweets

    Coconut Christmas Cookies with Lime Icing

    Switch up your Holiday Cut-Outs with these Coconut Christmas Cookies. Made with coconut oil and coconut milk and even shredded coconut they are irresistible

    December 4, 2017
  • How to throw a stress-free holiday party that can come together in an afternoon with a full menu, drinks, and decorating ideas for a last-minute party!
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    How to Throw a Stress-Free Holiday Party

    How to throw a stress-free holiday party that can come together in an afternoon with a full menu, drinks, and decorating ideas for a last-minute party!

    November 27, 2017
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¡Hola! I'm Kate Ramos. Mama of two. Iowa girl married to a Mexican-American man living in California. Here's what I love: my family, Mexican flavors, and creating great recipes that celebrate our SoCal life! I'm so happy you're here.

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  • Raise a glass to your loved ones this Día de los Muertos with this elegant Spiced Fig Tequila Sour Cocktail. Tart and frothy with the cozy flavors of fall. Made with Tequila Cazadores Blanco, fresh fig syrup and warm spices. #ad #tequilasour #tequilacocktails #holajalapeno #cazadoresambassador

    Spiced Fig Tequila Sour Recipe

    November 1, 2019
  • School mornings can be the most hectic time for families. The best defense is the gift of peace and quiet before the chaos begins—that and coffee. #mornings #healthyliving #morningritualsformoms #moms #backtoschool #schoolmornings

    5 Ideas for Healthier, More Sane School Mornings

    September 11, 2018
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  • Easy chicken empanadas made wrapped in store-bought puff pastry so you don't have to make the dough. Serve with a garlic mojo sauce for a weeknight dinner!

    Easy Chicken Empanadas with Garlic Mojo Sauce

    January 7, 2015
  • Chicharrones de Harina Recipe

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  • No more cheese boards filled with the same 'ol thing - here are the best Mexican cheeses, Mexican wine and beer pairings and serving ideas for your cheese board. Mexican snacks. Jams. Nuts. Fruits. So many cheese options it makes your head spin. If you want to spice things up at your next wine and cheese night, check. this. out. #cheeseboard #mexicancheese #kindsofmexicancheese #mexicanfood
  • Pork Tamales with Salsa Verde- authentic Mexican Tamales filled with tender pork shoulder and tangy tomatillo salsa, perfect for your holiday feast! These are time consuming, but can be made in stages, or even better—with friends! #porktamales #porkchiliverdetamales #greenporktamales #tamalesrecipe
  • Mexican Shredded Beef for tacos, gorditas, tostadas, and more! With stove top, slow cooker, and Instant Pot instructions included. This recipe for Mexican Shredded Beef is the perfect thing when the weather is starting to turn and you’re ready for a warming dinner, or when you want to cook once and eat all week long. Gluten-free and super kid-friendly. A big plate of beef tacos is really hard to beat! #shreddedbeef #beeftacos
  • Festive Kir Royale Cocktail using California sparkling wine! This pomegranate sparkling wine cocktail is bubbly and beautiful and the perfect way to toast the holidays. With fresh pomegranate, pomegranate liqueur, and sparkling wine it's an effortless three-ingredient cocktail! #kirroyale #sparklingwine #holidaycocktailrecipe #champagnecocktail #ad
  • This delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free recipe for sweet potato and bacon gorditas can be stuffed with anything from braised beef to scrambled eggs! Flavored with roasted, mashed sweet potato and bits of crisp bacon, these are the most divine gorditas ever. Step-by-step instructions included! #gorditas #gorditarecipe #mexicanrecipe #mexicanfood
  • Grilled Shrimp Skewers in a red wine sangria marinade made with wine, orange liqueur, and citrus. Quick and easy these marinate while you wait for the grill to heat up— serve with steamed rice and a salad for a healthy dinner! #shrimp #shrimpskewers #grilledshrimp #healthydinner
  • This simple, easy fried ice cream recipe actually requires no frying at all! Not missing is that golden, crispy, delicious cinnamon coating with flakes of sweetened coconut and creamy ice cream underneath. Can be made gluten-free and / or vegan! #friedicecream #easyfriedicecream #icecreamrecipe #easydessertrecipe
  • This totally indulgent French Toast Casserole is made with Conchas, the traditional Mexican sweet bread and soaked in a classic tres leches mixture of sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and heavy cream. If that wasn't enough it then gets topped with chocolate chips, orange-scented strawberries, and whipped cream. Assemble the night before for an outrageously good breakfast the next morning! #frenchtoastcasserole #bakedfrenchtoast #tresleches #conchas
  • Here’s a simple recipe for Roasted Red Pepper Sauce with Guajillo Chiles that you will want to put on everything! A delicious and versatile sauce for topping all your favorite Mexican food recipes from enchiladas to chilaquiles. Vegan, paleo-friendly, and gluten-free! #guajillochiles #mexicanrecipe #roastedredpeppers #guajillosauce

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