Category Archives: Mexican

Cinco de Mayo Flan

Posted on May 5, 2023 by HelenFern

Flan. A delicious custard topped with caramelized sugar. Today is Cinco de Mayo and I wanted to have some flan to celebrate. So I did some research. Flan is not just a Mexican dish! This custard dish, heavy in eggs, … Continue reading →

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Sloppy José

Posted on January 12, 2023 by HelenFern

When I was a kid I loved it when Ma would make Sloppy Joes for dinner. They were messy and fun and oh so good! Here is a Sloppy with Mexican and Southwestern flavors. Add some cheese then top it … Continue reading →

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Ceviche – What is it?

Posted on May 4, 2022 by HelenFern

What exactly is ceviche? Ceviche (also cebiche or seviche) is fish “cooked” in citrus (typically lemon or lime), then mixed with vegetables and aromatics and eaten like a salsa. I always thought it was a Mexican dish. We used to … Continue reading →

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Chorizo & Potato Empanadas

Posted on February 4, 2022 by HelenFern

Empanadas are the Mexican version of a savory hand pie. Little pie pockets filled with flavorful, savory fillings. These are filled with Mexican chorizo, potatoes and leftover pork – and they went pretty fast at our house! And they are … Continue reading →

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3 Easy Mexican Style Dinners

Posted on January 25, 2022 by HelenFern

For anyone that loves South of the border cuisine, we bet you have a real passion for Mexican Food. Who doesn’t? It is full of flavor, rich in culture, and always satisfying. You can easily whip up a quick dish … Continue reading →

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