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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02905118947829369445noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-2990646707517235072017-08-24T15:43:00.000-07:002017-08-24T15:43:16.323-07:00Poblano Potato Salad<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is my FAVORITE potato salad EVA!!! I've made it several times for guests and inevitably, they always rave about it and ask "what's in this"?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I know I've shared the makings of ir or a photo on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> pages, but I just can't believe I've never shared the recipe here.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">This is actually Chef Marcela's recipe, and I believe it was in her <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307888266/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0307888266&linkId=54bf279ec31430672a2fdef9a117f858" target="_blank">Mexican Made Easy</a> cookbook. If you like the taste of roasted poblano peppers, you are going to fall in love with this salad.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 pounds baby red or new potatoes, cut into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient02">2 poblano chiles, charred, peeled, stemmed, seeded, and chopped (see Cook's Note)</label></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient03">1 cup chopped scallions (white and pale green parts only)</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient04"></label></span><span style="font-family: Arial;">1<label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient05">/4 cup mayonnaise</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">Put potatoes in a large pot and add salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until tender when pierced with a knife (or fork), about 20 to 30 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let cool slightly.</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">Meanwhile, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Add the corn to the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until evenly browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">Char the poblano chiles. Put them over a gas flame or underneath the broiler and cook until they are blackened on all sides. Enclose them in a plastic bag and let stand for 10 minutes to steam, which will make them easier to peel. Alternatively, rather than placing them in a plastic bag, you can run them under cold water and the peel will slide off. Peel, stem and seed the chiles. Once peeled, chop them up. </label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">Put the potatoes in a large serving bowl. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the cobs and add them to the bowl. Add the poblano chiles, scallions, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cilantro, and fold together. Season the potato salad, to taste, with salt and pepper and serve.</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">I've served it shortly after cooking, still somewhat warm and also had chilled left overs. Either way, it's delicious! Do be warned, when it's warm, the corn kernels will stick to your teeth. A minor inconvenience to experience this deliciousness!!</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07">And sorry, I have no more pictures as we always devour it before I get a chance to shoot a decent one of the finished product. Maybe next time ;-)....maybe!</label></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><label class="o-Ingredients__a-ListItemText" for="Ingredient07"><br /></label></span>Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-66074724879674916752017-07-28T16:23:00.000-07:002017-07-28T16:23:22.908-07:00Mexican Meatloaf<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Recently I had some <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KXWJQIG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01KXWJQIG&linkId=16d11a1cecaaa28e459df8ad6125b7d0" target="_blank">Herdez Guacamole Salsa</a> at my mom's as a dip with potato chips....and I was hooked. I just couldn't stopped eating it. So when I saw a Herdez <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> picture/recipe for a Mexican Meatloaf I knew I had to make it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">But once I read the recipe, it left me wanting to add a few flavors. So I made some amendments by adding veggies and roasted poblano peppers, since I have so many growing in my garden. It was a hit! The flavors work so well together. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">The directions call for a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IUKIPYY/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01IUKIPYY&linkId=8ecd1610e4f0cd34ae0dad02d03b0f4e" target="_blank">9" x 13" Baking Dish</a>. But I personally like to use <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YKGQVK/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B003YKGQVK&linkId=42f25b28ba14fbc9087104a861f52b0c" target="_blank">mini loaf pans</a>, and I double the recipe, cause I have 3 teenage boys at home on summer vacation, a hungry boyfriend and I work from home, and always looking for yummy left overs for lunch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">INGREDIENTS (serves 8)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 carrots, diced</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 celery stalks, diced</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/2 onion, chopped</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 poblano peppers, roasted and diced</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1 1/2 lbs grounded turkey</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/4 cup cooked white rice</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 cups <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KXWJQIG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01KXWJQIG&linkId=16d11a1cecaaa28e459df8ad6125b7d0" target="_blank">Herdez Guacamole Salsa</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/2 cup Mexican style cheese blend, shredded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1 large egg, lightly beaten</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/4 teaspoon salt</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/4 teaspoon pepper</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/carne-con-chile-rojo-y-frijoles.html" target="_blank">Refried beans</a>, for serving</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Heat a couple tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery and onion. Cook until veggies are tender. Set aside.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Combine grounded turkey and rice in large bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KXWJQIG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01KXWJQIG&linkId=16d11a1cecaaa28e459df8ad6125b7d0" target="_blank">Herdez guacamole salsa</a>, jalapenos, cheese, egg, poblano pepper, salt and pepper. Mix well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Form mixture into loaf and place in lightly greased <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IUKIPYY/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01IUKIPYY&linkId=8ecd1610e4f0cd34ae0dad02d03b0f4e" target="_blank">9" x 13" Baking Dish</a>; cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Remove foil and bake for additional 15-20 minutes or until loaf is cooked through.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Pour remaining <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KXWJQIG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mexifam-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01KXWJQIG&linkId=16d11a1cecaaa28e459df8ad6125b7d0" target="_blank">Herdez guacamole salsa</a> on top before serving. Serve with <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/carne-con-chile-rojo-y-frijoles.html" target="_blank">refried beans</a> and queso fresco.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Please share your pictures with us on our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>! Let me know what you think.</span></div>
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And of course I enjoyed my almond champagne mimosa while my Mexican Meatloaves cook.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I tried yet another recipe from Casa Marcela Cookbook and this is another winner. The pork falls apart at the touch! Just shred it apart and place it on a taco bar with warm tortillas, and all the servings like <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/05/salsa-verde-mild-green-sauce.html" target="_blank">green salsa</a>, <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/search?q=guacamole" target="_blank">guacamole</a>, sour cream, chopped onions, lime wedges, cilantro and sliced radishes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1 1/2 pounds fatty pork shoulder, cut into 4 pieces</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">1 tbsp. garlic powder</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 dried bay leaves</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">2 sprigs fresh thyme</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">1 spring fresh tarragon</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/2 cup chopped onion, for serving</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for serving</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">1/4 cup thinly slice radishes, for serving</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">lime wedges, for serving</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/05/salsa-verde-mild-green-sauce.html" target="_blank">salsa verde</a>, for serving</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Season the pork heavily on both sides with the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Transfer the seasoned pork to a heavy Dutch oven, making sure the pan is small, so the pork fits snugly, which will prevent the meat from drying out when it cooks. Add the Coca-Cola and water. Bring to a boil and decrease the heat to maintain a simmer. Add the bay leaves, thyme, and tarragon. Cover and simmer until the pork is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. The Coca Cola will caramelize and the liquid will evaporate when finished. Transfer the cooked pork to a cutting board, and using two forks, shred the meat into 2 inch long pieces. I shredded mine right in the Dutch oven...if I don't have to dirty more dishes, better!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Serve with the warmed corn tortillas, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, lime wedges, guacamole and salsa. And in our home, not much escapes the sour cream, so have some of that if your tummy so desires.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I also doubled this recipe on my first try to make sure I have enough food in the fridge for these hungry boys. It is summer vacation after all and they're spending much more time at home throughout the day. And it worked out perfect!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br />Summer is here and we're all craving an ice cold "agua fresca", which is flavored water. We grew up drinking Agua de Jamaica / Iced Hibiscus Tea at home and it's just what will quench our thirst. So I made a trip to the grocery store, picked up a large back of dry hibiscus flowers and of course, called mom to ask how in the world do I make it. It took me two tries to get it, but I did and it was delicious.<br />
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Place the water in a bowl and add the dry hibiscus flowers to it. Let it soak overnight. Mom said it's better to soak for hours so the hibiscus releases it's flavor, rather than boiling it.<br />
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Add the hibiscus water to a pitcher and add water enough so that it doesn't get too light. I know, I'm not exactly being helpful by not providing specific directions, but those are the instructions we get from mom.<br />
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Chill in the fridge and serve over ice. Enjoy this refreshing agua de Jamaica, poolside on a hot summer day.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">I </span><span style="font-family: "arial";">tried a Moscow Mule a couple of years ago on a super hot day in a hip little restaurant in Monrovia called Sena, which by the way has some A-MA-ZING street tacos and lobster grilled cheese, and salads....well everything is delicious.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">So the Moscow Mule is super refreshing, but I have now found an excellent replacement. The Mexican Mule from <a href="http://amzn.to/2sJkqRs" target="_blank">Casa Marcela Cookbook</a>. I've made it several times, in the short month that I've owned the cookbook and will now become a staple for entertaining in my home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">For those days when this super cute hat makes it out of my closet, a Mexican Mule is the perfect solution. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">The recipes says to fill four glasses with ice cubes. But honestly, I can only get two of the <a href="http://amzn.to/2s2DvQB" target="_blank">mule copper cups</a> filled with these measurements. Divide tequila mixture among them. Top with the ginger beer and garnish with the mint leaves. Serve immediately.</span></div>
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<br />Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-51929669046019547702017-05-10T08:59:00.001-07:002017-05-10T08:59:44.527-07:00Casa Marcela Cookbook<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've been watching Chef Marcela Valladolid work on <a href="http://amzn.to/2r0jO8g" target="_blank">this cookbook</a> for the last year as I admire her talent and beautiful, growing family on Instagram. And it's finally ready and delivered! Thank you Sandy :-) It' is so colorful, beautiful, and full of culture. I can't get enough of it and I take it to bed with me every night. Mind you, I'm usually exhausted at this point and am only able to read a page at a time before I fall asleep with the book on my lap.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I'd like to say I will make every recipe in this book and create a "Julie and Julia" type blog experience, where I post my daily creation to share with you....but, I don't have that kind of time, nor am I a fan of certain foods like lamb....so that won't be happening. But I do intend to make most of them and I'll be sure to share with you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">She is a big source of inspiration for me, as a creative, talented, Latina and as a business woman. I constantly refer back to her Instagram page for ideas on setting my table, or for quick easy recipes she posts on her feed. </span><span style="font-family: Arial;">Check her out on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefmarcela/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and take a look at <a href="http://amzn.to/2r0jO8g" target="_blank">her book</a> when you get a chance. It's beautiful even as a coffee table book.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">On our recent trip to Mexico City, my Tia Aurora made us the most simple and delicious breakfast which she calls volcanes. It's a flour tortilla with manchego cheese melted until crispy, served with salsa and sometimes refried beans smeared over them. It was the perfect morning breakfast before heading out into the city to visit the pyramids, myriad of museums, and culture.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">This picture of the Pyramid of the Sun in Teotihuacan was taken on Monday March 20th, 2017, a day before the first day of Spring. It is customary that many gather at the pyramid of the Sun on May 21st to welcome spring and receive the energy of the sun, with open arms toward the sun, while dressed in white...from the top of the pyramid. I have climbed this pyramid several times in my lifetime and it is a surreal experience. You can see the number of people climbing the right side of the pyramid on this particular day.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've been making these for a few months now and they are a total hit in our house of boys. I usually make 6, but I may have to start doubling this recipe as everyone seems to want the leftovers the next day.
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">You can certainly replace zucchini with an other squash, omit the rice, use peas, whatever your stomach fancies!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you'll know that I recently place my first order from Hello Fresh. Hello Fresh is a service that offers chef curated recipes based on seasonal farm fresh ingredients delivered every week to your doorstep.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">And I have loved, loved, loved it!!! For the convenience of having something ready to cook, fresh ingredients and deliciousness!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now, I obviously enjoy cooking and love cooking from scratch. However, as most of you, I too get busy with life, work and teenagers. So the idea of having fresh ingredients and a recipe waiting for me in the fridge, with a 10 minute prep time and 30 minute cook time, is pretty darn attractive.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So I placed my first order with them a few weeks back, received my first box and have cooked all my meals. So here's how it works and my review of my first Hello Fresh Order.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I went to the website using my special link in order to receive a $50 discount off my first two orders. If you're interested in the same discount, use this link: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">A week before my scheduled delivery, I received an email with a meal swap option. I left my order as is and did not choose to swap any meals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">The order arrived at my door in this huge box. I wasn't home that afternoon, so I made sure to have my son periodically check the door for a delivery and had him bring the box inside the house as soon as possible. Items are perishable and need to be refrigerated. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">I have now cooked all 3 meals that arrived in my box and we were absolutely amazed at the deliciousness. And for me, the cook, I am just thrilled with the ease of picking a meal, having all the ingredients waiting in the fridge, easy to follow color instructions and the wonderful aroma.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">In my first Hello Fresh box I received: the following meals:<b></b><b></b><b></b><b></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b>Chipotle-Rubbed Chicken Salad with Pico de Gallo and Avocado.</b> This was one hearty salad! Even my BF was full with one serving. It contained chipotle, lime, scallions romaine lettuce, oregano, red onion, jalapeno, grape tomatoes, black beans, avocado and chicken. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">Seriously?? As soon as I started chopping and putting the salad together, it started to smell delicious. The chicken marinated in the adobo sauce and it was perfectly juicy and delicious. A definite win!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Then I cooked the <b>Caramelized-Pineapple Burgers with Monterey Jack Cheese and Red Cabbage Slaw.</b> The ingredients in this one were ground beef, brioche buns, pineapple, Monterey jack cheese, red onion, red cabbage, carrot, mayo, white wine vinegar and chives. Again...another big score! Teenage boy approved!! Double points... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">And finally, <b>Roasted Pork with Balsamic Fig Sauce, Green Beans and Rosemary Potatoes</b>. I almost didn't want to share this with the boys cause I didn't think they'd appreciate it. This one contained pork loin, Yukon potatoes, green beans, shallots, balsamic vinegar, chicken stock, fig jam and rosemary. Again, two thumbs up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">I felt like quite the gourmet cook these delicious meals, and look forward to making more. And perfect, timing because I just received my next box!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Hello Fresh is setup to be a weekly meal delivery. But I didn't know how fast we'd go through them and wasn't sure if I'd enjoy it, so I paused the following 3 weeks, and it automatically sends the next one. You can also see what the meals are for the upcoming weeks, to either pick your meals, or decide if you want to put it on pause for the week and skip until the next one. I personally would like it if I can just order when I want to rather than having to pause it. But other than that, I really enjoyed the service, quality, convenience and ease.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">'ve long been a fan of Sur la Table. They offer everything you need for cooking from utensils, dishes, cookbooks and spices, to dishtowels, aprons and cupcake liners. I can spend hours in their stores. And I couldn't be happier that we just became affiliate partners.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I </span><span style="font-family: "arial";">can't help but go through their entire online catalog and bookmark everything I want for this Fall. I know...I get it's still summer and it will be still for another month. And in California that means it will feel like summer for another two months. But, I love all things fall and I'm slowly but surely starting to sneak fall into our home. Like the pumpkin Glade candle I just bought and everyone is loving the scent, not realizing that I'm forcing fall upon them. And, the pumpkin plant I recently added to my garden, you can read about that <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/08/culinary-garden-update-15-weeks-later.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">1. <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/8128418/type/dlg/http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-2577047/Individual+Pumpkin+Bowl+with+Lid?_requestid=2599806" target="_blank">Individual Pumpkin Bowl with Lid</a>- I've recently decided to create a tablescape for each season, much to my boyfriend's delight. These cute white pumpkin bowls will be the perfect addition to my fall tablescape. I plan to pair them with my blue and white salad plates to create an elegant, but chic look.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">I'm envisioning something along the lines of this beautiful setting from <a href="http://celebratingeverydaylife.com/a-blue-willow-thanksgiving-thanksgiving-table-inspiration/" target="_blank">Celebrating Everyday Life with Jennifer Connel</a>, with the <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/8128418/type/dlg/http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-2577047/Individual+Pumpkin+Bowl+with+Lid?_requestid=2599806" target="_blank">white pumpkin bowl</a> and orange ribbons and flowers. I'm also envisioning a leopard print runner layered over a wider fall runner to add texture, pattern and more interest. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Something along the lines of <a href="ps: I stopped by my favorite coffee shop yesterday {Coffee Bean & Teat Leaf} and they have already received their pumpkin lattes...just haven't brought them out yet...<<squeal>>!! I know, I know they're full of sugar...but a treat once in a while, specially after one of my long training runs, is totally OK, right? And given that my brother, Sandy and I are training for a marathon in November, there will be plenty of guilt free pumpkin latte treats opportunities." target="_blank">Julie's Less Than Perfect Life of Bliss</a> picture. Check out her blog. She's has a bunch of really cool ideas for the home, parties and <b><i>free</i></b> printables!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">3. <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/8128418/type/dlg/http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-2585909/Pumpkin+Jacquard+Napkins" target="_blank">Pumpkin Jacquard Napkins</a>- I think these will be the perfect addition to my blue willow dinner plates and white pumpkin bowls. Sur La Table's napkins and towels are of great quality and I know I can always count on them for years to come.</span><br />
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Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-22676018047053265582016-08-31T13:00:00.000-07:002016-08-31T13:00:20.425-07:00Tequilibre = Tequila Cocktail<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My comadre was over with my beautiful goddaughter earlier this summer, and she came bearing gifts {happy dance}. An new libation she prepared fresh in my kitchen. It was so refreshing on a hot summer day in SoCal, I just couldn't wait to share with you all. It' super simple.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/4 cup pineapple juice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/4 cup Tequila Silver, like El Jimador</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Fill a cup half ways with ice. Pour in pineapple, tequila, lemon juice and fill the cup with squirt. Add a dash of chamoy, a few chunks of pineapple and salt to taste. Stir. Drink. Repeat.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">And there you have a refreshing tequilibre for an afternoon of cocktails and appetizers, a hot summer's day, a celebration, or heck, for relaxing after work. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">If you want to look back on the first two updates I shared, you can find them <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/culinary-garden-2-week-update.html" target="_blank">here at 2 weeks</a> and <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/06/culinary-garden-5-week-update.html" target="_blank">here at 5 weeks</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">First and foremost, it has been such a meditative experience. I thoroughly enjoy going out to my vegetable and herb garden daily to make sure it's getting enough water (since I don't have a watering system here yet). It allows me time to take a breathe from the daily hustle and bustle and just be with nature, even if it's just 10 minutes. It gives me time to see what new is growing, what is dying, what has visitors and what I need to Google. It reminds me of the many hours I spent with my grandmother, my Nina Chayo, in her jungle of fruit trees, plants and flowers in her ranch home in El Chante, Jalisco, Mexico. We lost my Nina Chayo last Monday, August 15th, 2016. And although I will miss her very, very much, I know she's now with my grandfather, Nino Daniel, in heaven. Because of her Alzheimer's, she never really knew he had past. I will cherish our memories forever...including the time we spent in her jungle of fruit trees and plants.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Aside from my herb and vegetable gardening becoming a therapeutic activity, I've learned to just let things happen and let them grow as they wish, and make adjustments as necessary. And to my surprise, my bf and the boys have also enjoyed the garden, even suggesting what else I should plant next. So here's the update.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Tomatillos</u></b>- finally growing tomatillos. The husk has sprouted and they definitely have tomatillos inside. Just waiting for the right time to pick them off. I can see why the recommendation is to plant a few plants, because it's only giving me a handful of tomatillos. And if my plan is to rely solely on my homegrown plants to make my <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/05/salsa-verde-mild-green-sauce.html" target="_blank">salsa</a> every week, I'm definitely going to need more. Unfortunately, I haven't found them at Home Depot again which is where I found this one. I'll probably have to place an order online.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Mint, Parsley Chives</u></b>- The mint has grown quite well and the parsley has grown crazy good! I use it a few times a week...so happy I don't have to go out and buy it anymore. Chives have done ok. Not grown crazy but not died. I also don't use it much, so that's just fine.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Arugula</u></b>- this one really surprised me. It grew enormously. I planted two little packets of seeds and they grew about 3 feet tall. <i>And</i>, became way to bitter to eat. When it was little and barely growing, perfect salads. But afterwards it was too much. I tried them in my smoothies in replacement of my spinach and it was so bitter it hurt my throat. Weirdest feeling ever. So I cut the completely down to the root. I had planted 4 rows of arugula, so I took two out of the soil completely to plant something else. I don't think we can eat that much arugula in such short amount of time if it decides to grow back. So we're down to 2 rows of arugula.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And to the left of the arugula, where I pulled out the old arugula, I planted kale and spinach seeds. That way I'll have a larger variety of greens to use in salads and smoothies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I made zucchini chips, grilled zucchini, chopped zucchini in omelettes, zucchini soup...and I'm not tired of it yet! I love it. And not only were the zucchini large, but the plant itself just takes over the entire area!! I guess I should've taken the spacing requirements seriously...oops! Lesson learned.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">The back plant seems to be dieing off. And at one point the zucchini started turning yellow...all of them. Some just seem to stopped growing all together, only to about 3 inches and they sounded hollow. So I just cut those off and threw them out. I fertilized, nursed them, and kept watering. I thought maybe it wasn't getting enough water in our 100+ degree weather here in SoCal. And the front one seems to be doing a lot better :-) Happy dance!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Red Bell Peppers-</u></b> These have been quite disappointing, but I'm afraid the zucchini is to blame, perhaps. I get a sense that it's taking the nutrients from it, but who knows. This is the 3rd pepper that grows on it and look at it's state!!! Not sure if birds are eating it, or if it just can't grow healthy due to it feeling suffocated...or???....the soil is good as I made sure the whole area got new, organic soil before I planted anything. Not sure...will have to research that as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Basil</u></b>- This is a newly replanted basil. For those of you who have been keeping up with my garden, you'll remember the first spot I planted in just didn't do well and one of our readers told me it needs a new spot, different from last year's. So I bought a new one and gave it a new spot. I have used it several times, but it doesn't quite seem to be growing. Perhaps it's been too hot....scorching 100+ degrees!! (the one in the front in the picture under Rosemary)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Rosemary</u></b>- also doesn't seem like it's grown not an inch! I'll keep nursing it. (the one in the back in the picture below)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Pumpkin</u></b>- this is new!! I bought two small plants and knowing what I know now with the zucchini, I gave it it's space. And boy does it like to spread out!! No fruit is growing yet, but I'm really looking forward to these babies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><b><u>Carrots and Peas</u></b>- these have not been planted yet, but we have picked up seed packets! Just need to move some dirt and make room for them ;-)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Oh, and one final addition. Since I'm spending so much more time in the garden, planting, and tending, and loving, and watering and all that my Nina Chayo taught me to do with my garden...I picked up this little beauty to use as a potting bench. It sits just across from my culinary garden so it's easy to access dirt, shears, gloves, fertilizer, etc. It will definitely be getting a makeover with a fresh, new coat of paint, new knobs, hooks on the sides and perhaps I'll add a shelf on the bottom, so it looks neater. I'm thinking a bright Kelly green or maybe a sunny yellow. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">So this is my Culinary Garden Update, 3 months since planted. Again, if you're interested in catching up on my journey, this is where you can read more on my herb and vegetable garden:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/planting-my-first-culinary-garden.html" target="_blank">Planting My First Culinary Garden</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Thanks for taking this ride with me. And if you have any comments, feedback, ideas, or maybe even questions, please feel free to share in the comments below, or on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> pages.</span><br />
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Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-7686459383726894102016-08-11T16:51:00.000-07:002016-08-11T17:07:10.684-07:00Ultimate Beef Nachos<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I was recently on my regular shopping trip to Costco with my BF. One of the things I like to do once we have all our necessary food and drinks in the cart, is to swing by the boutique (ahem...tables of clothes) and the books. I love looking through their selection of cookbooks....as if I don't have enough already!! And I always think....I haven't even tried a third of the recipes sitting on my bookshelf. But every new cookbook, with all it's beautiful and colorful pictures, takes me back to the wonderful aromas, and flavors and happy, smiling faces of satisfied diners in my kitchen. I'm usually impressed by The Pioneer Woman's and The Barefoot Contessa's cookbooks...I just love them, and I only have one of each. Hint, hint....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">But this time my BF gravitated towards a Mexican recipes cookbook. He <i>loves</i> Mexican food....thank goodness, right? And I kinda thought to myself....really?? You want to buy <i>ME</i> a Mexican cookbook???...And in an offended but reserved manner, I proceeded to open it and flip through it...and I thought....hmmmm...maybe this isn't too bad. I mean I can't remember ever having 7-layer dip, pumpkin seed dip or even chimichangas for that matter, in Mexico City. But I figured these recipes looked yummy and I'm sure the boys can use a break from my regular Mexican Traditional Recipes and try something a little different. So we bought it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">The cookbook is <a href="https://www.americastestkitchen.com/" target="_blank">American's Test Kitchen</a> Special Collector's Edition, The Best Mexican Recipes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">As soon as we arrived home, my BF requested the nachos in the cookbook, so I got to work. It was a success....wow. My BF loved them, my teenage boys loved them...and heck, I loved them. So here's the recipe for The Ultimate Beef Nachos.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">2 teaspoons vegetable oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 small onion, chopped fine</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 tablespoon chili powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 garlic clove, minced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/2 teaspoon ground cumin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (I didn't have this so I skipped it)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1/8 teaspoon salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">8 ounces 90 percent lean ground beef (next time I'll use turkey...we just like it better)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">8 ounces tortilla chips</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 pound cheddar cheese, shredded (4 cups)...I would use more!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">2 large jalapeno chiles, stemmed and sliced thin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">2 scallions, sliced thin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 1/2 cups guacamole, <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/04/homemade-guacamole.html" target="_blank">here's my recipe</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial";">1 cup fresh tomato salsa (I skipped this and used our <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/05/salsa-verde-mild-green-sauce.html" target="_blank">salsa verde</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Spread half tortilla chips evenly into <a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-8128418-11407377-1417635751000?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftracking.searchmarketing.com%2Fclick.asp%3Faid%3D120120820000081244&cjsku=648055" target="_blank">13" x 9" baking dish</a>. Sprinkle 2 cups evenly over chips, actually I will do more next time, then top evenly with half of beef mixture, followed by half of jalapeno slices. Repeat layering with remaining chips, cheddar beef mixture, and jalapenos. Bake until cheese is melted and just beginning to brown, 7 to 10 minutes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Let nachos cool for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with scallions. Drop scoops of guacamole, salsa and sour cream around the edges of the nachos. Serve <i>immediately</i>, passing lime wedges separately.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";">Perfect recipe for lots of boys and during football games. Crowd pleaser! I'll definitely be making these again.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">These enchiladas rojas (red sauce enchiladas) are a favorite in my home. They're super simple, filling and delicious. These are perfect for those days when you have left over chicken from a previous night's dinner. I usually have the ingredients necessary in my pantry at all times, so it's easy to whip these up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- small can tomato sauce</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- 2 cloves garlic </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- shredded chicken (grilled or roasted or any leftovers)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AFYKWFY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00AFYKWFY&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=47e713100969c70d43d1d6ced597a249">queso fresco</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=mexifamireci-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00AFYKWFY" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Soak the </span><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EGPFCSA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00EGPFCSA&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=218c3343aac3e65a9aef1069c63e8467" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">dried chile guajillo</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=mexifamireci-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00EGPFCSA" style="border: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin: 0px;" width="1" /><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> in hot water for a couple of hours, or even overnight. If you don't have much time to soak them, you can always boil them in hot water until they're somewhat soft.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Once soaked, cut off the stem and place the guajillos in a blender with the onion, tomato sauce, garlic cloves and some of the water the chile soaked in, enough to reduce the thickness of the sauce. Blend until smooth. Add more of the water as needed to get it to a saucy consistency that will stay on the tortillas. Strain and put aside on a shallow bowl or soup plate.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Heat up a couple tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once heated, place a tortilla in the pan and saute for about a minute, then turn over and saute for another minute. Just until it looks like it's soft enough to roll without breaking. Place on a plate with a paper towel. Do the same with all the tortillas you're going to use, adding a tablespoon of oil at a time as needed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Bake at 250 F degrees for about 15 to 20 minutes. Just enough to melt the cheese and warm everything up, since the chicken is already cooked.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Top with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AFYKWFY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00AFYKWFY&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=47e713100969c70d43d1d6ced597a249" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">queso fresco</a> and drizzle with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C3Y25EU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00C3Y25EU&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=6ace9e1f8566026e169bbfd0feb684ff" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">crema mexicana</a> or sour cream. You can add any other toppings you might like, like chopped onions, shredded lettuce/cabbage, <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2012/12/salsa-fresca-fresh-salsa.html" target="_blank">salsa</a>, etc. Your choice!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And don't forget to serve alongside some delicious <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/carne-con-chile-rojo-y-frijoles.html" target="_blank">refried beans</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you feel inclined to share your creations with us, you can do so on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mexican-Family-Recipes-145904848775428/" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mexicanfamilyrecipes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and use #mexicanfamilyrecipes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">~Sonia</span>Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-84052321387736480152016-07-01T09:56:00.002-07:002016-07-01T09:56:30.029-07:00Top 5 Recipes for 4th of July<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We will be celebrating Fourth of July at mom's. Surrounded of course by family and great food. Our get-togethers always revolve around food!! And as is usually the case, it is expected to be SUPER hot in Southern California. Easy and quick cooking is the way to go on a hot summer day, specially when we're with family and friends. I rather spend the time with them than cooking.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So what are the best meals for 4th of July? I gathered our best hot weather friendly recipes:</span></div>
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1.- <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/08/tostadasjust-like-moms.html" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Tostadas</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- these are a hit. Easy to prep, and great to eat on a hot day. Just don't fry your own </span><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/01/how-to-make-fry-homemade-tostada-shells.html" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">tostada shells</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> because that's the time consuming and hot part about this recipe. Yes they're </span><i style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">delicious</i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> home-fried but not necessary specially on a hot summer day. Make the </span><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/carne-con-chile-rojo-y-frijoles.html" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">refried beans </a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">a day or two ahead of time and just warm up the day of.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2.- <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2013/03/fish-tacos-just-on-time-for-lent.html" target="_blank">Fish Tacos</a>- so good and refreshing with the fresh homemade salsa, and just enough crunch with the cabbage slaw. Mouth watering!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br />3.- <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/06/mexican-street-style-corn-elotes-estilo.html" target="_blank">Mexican Style Corn</a>- this is almost a no brainer. They're in season. They're cheap. They're delicious. Nuff said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">4.- <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/07/camarones-la-diabla-finger-lickin.html" target="_blank">Camarones a la Diabla</a>- YUM! Personally looking forward to making these this weekend. Camarones a la Diabla always remind me of the vacations we took when we were young to the beaches in Mexico. Being the shrimp lover that I am, I always ordered the Camarones a la Diabla. So it's appropriate that I always crave these on hot days by the pool.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">5.- <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/07/camarones-la-diabla-finger-lickin.html" target="_blank">Micheladas</a>- a</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">nd to wash everything down and attempt to stay cool, here's a michelada recipe sure to please on a hot summer day. It's my cousin's recipe from Mexico City. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And of course you can always make a great <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/04/homemade-guacamole.html" target="_blank">guacamole</a> and some <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/05/salsa-verde-mild-green-sauce.html" target="_blank">salsa</a> for chips or to add to your meals. These are the two most made recipes in my home!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This past weekend was a milestone for me. I ate my very first home grown zucchini! It was so tasty. Store bought vegetables all pretty much taste like nothing. This zucchini reminded me of what they tasted like when I was a kid. Such a fresh, true and amazing taste. I saw it growing for a week and was unsure of when it needed to be harvested. So I took to the internet and found that it should be picked when it's somewhere betwe</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; text-align: center;">en 6 to 8 inches long. Any bigger than that and it will start to taste bitter. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I used cherry tomatoes from my neighbors garden, basil and zucchini from my garden and cage free organic eggs to make this frittata....so delicious! Even my son said it tasted so fresh and he had no idea I was using home grown veggies {happy dance}.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Arugula- </b> Wowza! This one really surprised me. I grew it from seeds!! I truly had no hopes for this one sprouting, let alone grow to this size!! I haven't harvested any at all...so what am I waiting for, right? I will cut these babies down tomorrow and use in my morning green smoothie, as well as a nice nutty salad for lunch. Can't wait {happy dance...again}!! However, because the <i>"edible" </i>flowers have already sprouted, this means this harvest is coming to an end. I need to start clipping at these fast, and pull them out in the next few weeks. This one can be replanted in the fall.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Next week we may be having zucchini spaghetti!! I can't believe how huge this plant has grown. Having not followed the proper spacing suggestions, I planted the jalapeno and red bell peppers too close and they're completely branched by the zucchini plant now. I hope it's not affecting their growth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tomatillos-</b> These I planted in the "old" basil spot. I planted two. One died, the other is doing well. But, I just read that you need at least two so they can pollinate and grow big. So I have to get a second one since the one died. And, since I use a ton of tomatillos, it's probably good measure if I buy at least 3 to 5 more. Plus, I have to get cages for these.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">What do you all think? I welcome any suggestions, tips and feedback you may have. Feel free to comment on the Facebook page, or below in the comments.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm no expert on how to grow your own herb and vegetable garden. This is all a hands-on learning experience. You can read more about my culinary garden growing experience here:</span><br />
<a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/planting-my-first-culinary-garden.html" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Pla</a><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/planting-my-first-culinary-garden.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">nting My First Culinary Garden</span></a><br />
<a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/culinary-garden-2-week-update.html" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Culinary Garden- 2 Week </a><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/05/culinary-garden-2-week-update.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Update</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">~Sonia</span>Mexican Family Recipeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11755438704091529406noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063300545168322874.post-16751147116247622342016-06-13T14:02:00.002-07:002016-06-13T14:03:47.877-07:00Father's Day Gift Guide / Regalos para el Dia de los Padres<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hola friends-</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Many memories of the years we lived in Mexico City, included long walks through the city. We walked to school, we walked to church, to the market, to the outdoor bazaar, to grandma's, etc. And when you walk the streets of Mexico City, naturally, you will come across many a street vendor selling <i>paletas (ice cream bars), tacos, frutas (fruit), mini pancakes and elotes (corn).</i> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My brother, sister and I planned a "Seafood Grilling and Poker" day at mom's for Memorial Day weekend. I know kinda random, but who doesn't love a themed get together?? Adds an extra layer of fun. I picked up corn to grill and serve along with our salmon and shrimp kabobs, and somewhere between the grocery store and mom's, I started craving Mexican street style corn...the type we bought on the street during our many walks through the city.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So what is Mexican Street Style Corn you ask?? It's grilled corn, smothered in mayo, rolled in Mexican cheese and sprinkled with chili. I know this may not sound enticing, but trust me, it is SO good.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So this is what you do...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Wrap them in foil. I place the corn right in the middle of a squared piece of foil. Then I fold the foil in half, to meet the long edges together. I fold the sides in tightly. The top I fold in such a way that it leaves a little handle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Grill for about 20 minutes, then check them. When they're getting a little browned and charred, they're ready. You may need to bring them down to the grill grates if it's taking too long.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Then cover in mayo with a spreader or knife. You can do a thick spread or just a thin layer based on your own liking. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Then roll in shredded queso cotija, and sprinkle with Tajin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>A NOTE ABOUT TAJIN</b>...this stuff is so yummy! It's a Mexican seasoning powder consisting of chili peppers, salt and dehydrated lime juice. I add it to my fruit and veggies for a little extra kick. It's not hot...no really. I realize my Mexican taste buds have a higher tolerance for spicy food, but I honestly would consider this to be on the mild side, especially when you only use it sparingly.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My elotes estilo Mexico hit the spot on this beautiful Memorial Day weekend. And a friendly game of poker was super fun with the family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Have you tried Mexican Street Style Corn? I'm curious as to where you had it and if there were any other toppings available.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">~Sonia</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Wedding season is in full swing! Although I'm not planning a wedding, I know someone who is!! It's super fun to see what everyone is pinning on their Wedding Pinterest boards and I couldn't help to fall in love with the nostalgic images in a Mexican-themed wedding. I can spend hours on Pinterest pinning a bunch of <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/se_flor/mexican-family-recipes/" target="_blank">recipes</a>, crafts, projects and decorating ideas I may <i>never</i> get around to bringing to life. But it's a great way to generate ideas, see pretty things and dream.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So I curated a few of my favorite <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/se_flor/mexican-themed-weddings/" target="_blank">Mexican-themed wedding ideas</a>. I love bright colors, sarapes and pinatas...but if I was planning a Mexican-themed wedding, it would be more than the typical "fiesta" we usually see at party stores. Don't get me wrong, I love a good fiesta as much as the next girl, but a wedding to me, ahem--at my age, I feel would be more on the elegant side yet still reminiscent of my roots. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>1. INVITATIONS</b>- Before guests ever set foot in the wedding venue, they will get a feel for the type of wedding you will have by the invitation. Invitations determine the theme, mood, attire and even the wedding gift budget.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">These beautiful invitations exude the very essence of an elegant evening at the "Hacienda". They remind me of the lace dresses, doilies, runners and even curtains at my grandmother's house. The memories of both of my vibrant and loving grandmothers comes immediately to mind. I lost my paternal grandmother about 15 years ago. And although my maternal grandmother, my loving "nina Chayo" still lives, her memory has long been taken by Alzheimer's. You can read about her and some of the memories we created together at her <i>ranchito</i> in this <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2015/10/a-recipe-for-creativity-cable-knit.html" target="_blank">blog post</a>. I know they would both love these beautiful, lace inspired invitations I found at TulleandChantilly.com</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you're looking for something more indicative of a Mexican theme, these exquisite laser cut wedding love bird papel picado inspired invitations by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/249996360/laser-cut-20-invitations-wedding-love?ref=shop_home_feat_1" target="_blank">VintageBabyDoll on Etsy</a> will unmistakably relay the message. It's amazing the detail that can be captured by this laser cutting process. These are just gorgeous!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>2. DECORATIONS</b>- What would a Mexican celebration be without papel picado? It brings back great nostalgic memories of the years we lived in Mexico City during my teenage years. And these white <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IPLROU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B005IPLROU&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=3UKARZZG743EF5LI">"AMOR" papel picado banners</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=mexifamireci-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B005IPLROU" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /> look beautiful and whimsy with string lights. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">These chairs with the beautiful rebozos wrapped around them stand out beautifully against the dark wood. Easy and simple....although could be cost prohibitive to do the entire venue in rebozo-wrapped chairs, perhaps doing only the wedding party table would be a good option. Check out this entire wedding at <a href="http://www.unabodaoriginal.es/blog/y-comieron-perdices/bodas-diferentes/regina-zaheen-boda-en-zacatecas">Una Boda Original</a>. You can find a good selection of colo</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">rful</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BLDPCZS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00BLDPCZS&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=7ERSE3ASKITXSPL2">Mexican Rebozos</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=mexifamireci-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BLDPCZS" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /> </span>here.</span><br />
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4. </b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>CAKE- </b>This simply elegant cake with a lace detail at the bottom of each tier is absolutely stunning. Pair it with the same flowers in the bride's bouquet and table setting centerpieces to tie it all together. You can view this entire wedding at <a href="http://ruffledblog.com/elegant-latin-hacienda-styled-wedding/" target="_blank">Ruffled</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>5. DRESS</b>- This is a tough one!! I couldn't decide on just one and I guess this is the part where brides decide to have a custom dress made with features of different dresses combined. For starters, I do love the floret ruffles on this dress, in perfect combination with the very simple, long veil. The beautiful detailed lace along the edge of the veil, sprinkled with pearls is so classy. This veil reminds me of the veil my <i>abuelita </i>wore on her wedding day. This wedding can be seen in it's entirety at <a href="http://www.unabodaoriginal.es/blog/y-comieron-perdices/bodas-diferentes/regina-zaheen-boda-en-zacatecas">Una Boda Original</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And then there is this beautiful wedding dress. Looks like this is a wrap that can be added to a simple, long sheath dress, either spaghetti strap or strapless....then you can take it off at the party. Simple elegance...with that beautiful, unusual fuchsia bouquet and a simple flower for a headpiece...understated beauty. You can see more gorgeous details on this Fuchsia + Cognac Wedding at <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/fuchsia-cognac-wedding-inspiration/" target="_blank">Green Wedding Shoes</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And one more, this beautiful embroidered belt complementing a simple mermaid dress is the ultimate "this is a Mexican celebration, people!!" statement item. To make this uber elegant, I would have this embroidered belt embellished with crystals or sequins. Gorgeous, right? You can find more "Mexicanisimo" wedding dresses at <a href="http://eslamoda.com/14-vestidos-de-novia-mexicanisimos-que-deberias-considerar-el-dia-de-tu-boda#9" target="_blank">Es La Moda</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So what do you think? Did you have or attend a Mexican themed wedding? What did you like or not like?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've had success with some herbs and veggies, and not so much with others. Whomp, whomp...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>BASIL</b>- I have to say I'm very surprised at how this baby is...not progressing so great. A couple of years ago I took a dying basil from my kitchen and planted it in that very same spot. It grew like a bush almost as high as the fence. I couldn't keep up with it and kept cutting off bunches to give to friends. But this time around hasn't quite been the same. It's definitely not making any improvements. Although I did use it today in my pasta sauce...<i>delish!</i> And I just loved walking out to my garden and getting my basil. I'm hoping that it's just a matter of it getting warmer for it to thrive.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>MINT, CILANTRO, CHIVES-</b> Looks like I didn't take a before picture of these. They seem to be doing well, but I can't tell how much they've grown. From what I remember the chives look fuller than they were when I first planted. Oh well. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>ROSEMARY- </b>Well this has been a complete fail. This was a tiny plant I purchased at Sprouts and it was in my kitchen for a few days before I took it out. No luck here. I really thought it might like it better outside. I see rosemary used as hedges all the time so I'm quite surprised it just completely died.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There you have it. Any suggestions? Specially for the basil....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here's my mom's delish ceviche recipe. It can be used either as a main meal with <a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2016/01/how-to-make-fry-homemade-tostada-shells.html" target="_blank">tostadas</a>, or as an appetizer with some chips or crackers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">- 2 cans crab meat (some people use imitation crab, I like the real stuff)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">- 1-3 jalapenos or chile serrano, diced</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Much like learning to cook Mexican food by taking our family's recipes, cooking them and then blogging about the results of our cooking learning experience, I decided to learn to grow a culinary garden and share my results with you, via blog articles.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've tried doing research and reading up on the what, when and hows of planting an herb and vegetable garden. And there is SO much information it just feels overwhelming. I couldn't figure out if I needed a raised garden bed, given that this ledge I was planning on using for my herbs and vegetables, is already raised off the ground.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After our recent house remodel, we had a nursery come out to meet with us and provide some landscaping suggestions. I spoke with him about my herbs and veggie garden and he basically said, just start experimenting. What you see at the nursery is ready for your garden. Use good organic soil specifically for herbs and veggies. And BONUS, my dirt ledge IS in fact my raised gardening bed. However, if it wasn't raised, it would've been a good idea to use one of these</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> cool</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006VK80AU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006VK80AU&linkCode=as2&tag=mexifamireci-20&linkId=BI34S6SACSG7DTY6">Raised Garden Beds</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=mexifamireci-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B006VK80AU" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />. After working on my planting for an afternoon, I was really glad my culinary garden ledge is 3 feet high...it was very friendly on my back.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So I decided to go for it, and here is my first shot at it. Joanna Gaines' suggestion is to start small...and start small is what I did.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I went to my local Lowe's and picked up my goodies. They have these fantastic, eco-friendly, biodegradable herb and vegetable pots. You just cut off the shrinkwrap around them, soak them in water, let them drain for a little, tear off the bottom of the cardboard pot, stick them in the hole and cover them up with dirt. It's supposed to not create transplant shock and minimizes waste.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I also picked up some Seeds of Change Arugula seed packets. Heck, while I'm experimenting and learning...</span><i style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">why not?</i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> I've never planted seeds before so this is also a first. I just followed the instructions on the packet. Created four rows in the dirt and drumped seeds in them. I'm pretty sure I probably did this wrong, but hey...this is all a learning experience. Says it takes 40 days so we'll see if in 40 days I start to see sprouts. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And finally, I already had a large-ish basil plant in my kitchen and a tiny dying rosemary. I've planted and successfully grown basil before so I'm pretty sure this will be no problem However, the tiny rosemary was literally almost completely dead, so not sure this will be happy with it's new home and decide to spring back to life.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Really looking forward to learning, and growing a larger garden. Next year should be larger if all goes well. And <i>maybe</i> if I am successful EL NOVIO (the boyfriend) will let me have a chicken coop. But that's a far s--t--r--e--t--c--h. Wish me luck with it all!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Although <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinco_de_Mayo" target="_blank">Cinco de Mayo</a> is not a highly celebrated holiday in Mexico (Independence Day on September 16th takes the <strike>cake</strike> taco), it is clearly a much celebrated day in the US. Cinco de Mayo literally means "Fifth of May". The date is observed to commemorate the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862, under the leadership of General <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignacio_Zaragoza" target="_blank">Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The victory represented a significant morale boost to the Mexican army and the Mexican people at large. As <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_(magazine)" target="_blank">Time </a>Magazine remarked, "The Puebla victory came to symbolize unity and pride for what seemed like a Mexican David defeating a French Goliath." It helped establish a much needed sense of national unity and patriotism.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Fast forward to this week</i>, and we're either looking for a spot to fill our craving for Mexican food and margaritas, or we can create our own at home. We've rounded up our top 5, most popular Mexican family recipes...as determined by our readers. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/07/camarones-la-diabla-finger-lickin.html" target="_blank">Camarones a la Diabla</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/carne-con-chile-rojo-y-frijoles.html" target="_blank">Carne en Chile Rojo / Beef in Red Chile</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/06/moms-enchiladas-de-dulce.html" target="_blank">Enchiladas de Dulce / Sweet Enchiladas</a>- <i>the recipe that sparked the idea </i></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>for this blog</i> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/12/tamales-savory-pork-rajas-con-queso-and.html" target="_blank">Tamales</a><span id="goog_674042664"></span><span id="goog_674042665"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://mexicanfamilyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/08/tostadasjust-like-moms.html" target="_blank">Tostadas</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">How are you spending your Cinco de Mayo? Do you join in the festivities? We'd love to see your pictures on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mexican-Family-Recipes-145904848775428/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So you just realized Mother's Day is in one week and you haven't got a gift for the moms in your life. We're on the same boat!! I was shopping around and decided I'd put some ideas together to share with you. Here are ideas for </span><i style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">her</i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> and for </span><i style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">her home.</i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> Just click and purchase. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And if you celebrate Dia de las Madres on May 10th as is customary in Mexico and other Latin countries, you're in luck because this year you get an extra 2 days to get the perfect gift.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Which would you like to receive? I'm smitten for the espadrilles, necklace, cake stand, skillet...um, well, all of it!!</span></div>
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