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What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine 2019

Cacique and I are once again honoring Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine. We’re celebrating the profound impact Mexican cuisine has in America by shining a light on...
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Chorizo Refried Bean Burrito Salad Bowls with Queso Fresco

Chorizo Refried Bean Burrito Salad Bowls with Queso Fresco are packed with layer upon layer of flavor and take just over half an hour to whip up! If given the choice, I’d choose to cook and eat homema...
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Summer Veggie Skillet

Summer veggie skillet is a colorful, delicious and healthful way to celebrate the bounty of fresh summer vegetables! This easy one-pan recipe has zucchini, peppers, tomatoes and corn and is finished w...
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Grilled Salmon With Cotija Corn Salsa

Internet, meet the easiest summer meal ever. Easiest summer meal ever, meet the internet. Here’s what we’re working with: Wild Sockeye Salmon! Grill it up. All it needs is a little salt and pepper. Co...
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Halloween Stuffed Mummy Peppers

I am so excited to share these Halloween Mummy Peppers with you because they are so cute, I’m not sure I can handle keeping them a secret anymore! So here they are! And even better, they are so easy t...
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Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema

Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema – delicious, healthy and easy tacos loaded with crunchy spicy slaw, a flavorful avocado crema and chunks of grilled tender salmon. We’re in full-on grilling mod...
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Creamy Ancho Chile Thai Noodles

One of my favorite things to eat when we go out is Thai food. I find myself craving creamy noodles I always order. So, I decided to recreate creamy noodles at home and have been enjoying them at home...
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Cotija Falafel with Jalapeño Tahini Crema

One of the best experience in life is traveling around the world exploring diverse cultures and cuisines. When I get to a new location, rather than immediately search for a restaurant, I’ll hit the st...
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One-Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken With Quinoa

I love to cook, but I hate, hate, HATE doing dishes. Yes, I do put my five kids to work on dishes after dinner, because honestly, one dishwasher does not cut it in this household. They’re often just a...
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Tropical Bionico

I can’t think of anything more summery and tropical tasting than this bionico, tossed in mixture of Cacique® Yogurt Smoothie Pina Colada flavor and chia seeds. Then topped with granola and coconut, th...
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Piña Colada Smoothie Bowl

Smoothie bowls are a great way to start your day. You can have a wonderful, protein filled, cereal and fruit, snack. This Piña Colada Smoothie Bowl is no exception. I made it with Cacique® Piña Colada...
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Grilled Vegetables with Creamy Chipotle Dip

Hello grilling season! It’s time to dust off those grills, head outside and host a party on the patio. Whether you are hosting a big crowd or simply enjoying family time grilling is one of our favorit...
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Citrus Beet Salad with Jalapeño Avocado Crema

Citrus season is a time that I think should be celebrated as much as winter, spring, summer or fall! These beautiful, juicy fruits come to us when the weather is cool and the sky is grey, brightening...
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Cauliflower Jalapeño Hummus with Cheese and Chorizo

NFL season is still on and with sporting event comes food, of course. The best eats are handy and tasty finger foods. And they don't have to be heavy in order to be delicious. This quick, low carb, gl...
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Apple Pecan Christmas Salad with Guava Yogurt Smoothie

One of the best holiday dishes to take advantage of the fruit in season is an apple pecan Christmas salad. Traditionally sweetened with condensed milk, I decided to cut some of that sugar and replace...
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Avocado Zucchini Salad in a Pepita Cilantro Dressing

Yes! The photo pictured above is what I call my entertaining ‘guests’ salad. I can make this salad with a few ingredients that I usually already have in my house. It comes together in a matter of minu...
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Grilled Watermelon Pizza Pops

We are approaching the last weeks of summer. Luckily, the weather is still ideal for grilling, eating outdoors and enjoying fresh and juicy foods. These summery and fun Grilled Watermelon Pizza Pops a...
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Solterito

Solterito is a Peruvian salad that is perfect for eating al fresco during the summer months. The basic recipe is cheap, quick, and easy to make. Many chefs typically use whatever ingredients they have...
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Chicken Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

I grew up spending summers on my grandparent’s farm, playing and exploring from sun up to sun down. I also spent time in their many gardens walking through the rows, picking fresh vegetables, and eati...
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Zucchini Pasta with Queso Fresco

I love summer because it motivates me to use all those beautiful vegetable and fruit colors in the kitchen. It’s this time of the year when it is particularly pleasant to cook lighter meals and even b...
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Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich

Eight years ago, before my husband and I started having children, our dinner menu looked so much more different than it does today. For starters, we ate out more. When we stayed in to cook at home our...
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Strawberry Mango Yogurt Carlota (No Bake Dessert)

For any special occasion, a Carlota (or Charlotte Russe) is a dessert that will impress your guests. It’s beautiful to look at, is refreshing and delicious, and is perfect for all summer gatherings. I...
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Fresa Colada Panna Cotta

I could taste it like it was yesterday. In my early twenties I took a fun trip to Cabo San Lucas with a bunch of my girlfriends. It was the first time I went to Mexico without a parental guardian, and...
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Zucchini Salad With Creamy Avocado Dressing

I prepared this salad for my friend’s birthday barbecue. I needed to bring a side dish that could sit out safely for several hours, and also fit in well with a healthy low-carb cookout. It was a succe...
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Stacked Cheesy Eggplant Enchiladas

Inspiration. I feverishly search for it at the beginning of every year. It could be a new book, a new pathway for a weekend hike, a new workout regimen, and yes, new recipes. One of my New Year’s reso...
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