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Buttery, delicate, and dusted with snowy sweetness, Mexican Wedding Cookies are more than just confections—they’re a quiet celebration of tradition and time. Often shared at holidays, weddings, and family gatherings, these tender shortbread-like cookies melt in your mouth with the warmth of toasted pecans, a kiss of cinnamon, and fragrant notes of vanilla and almond. […]
Grandma’s Chicken & Rice Casserole Ingredients 2½ cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed 2 cups instant white rice 2 cups water 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of celery soup 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon […]
Simple, humble, and packed with soul, this Green Chile & Cheese Toasted Tortilla is more than just a snack—it’s a warm memory wrapped in flavor. Rooted in New Mexican tradition, it celebrates the smoky depth of roasted Hatch green chile, softened onions, and bubbling sharp cheddar, all cradled by a perfectly toasted tortilla. It’s the […]
Summer Pasta Salad Ingredients For the Pasta 12 oz bow-tie pasta (farfalle) or any other short pasta of choice For the Dressing ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning […]
Creamy Chicken Pasta Ingredients 8 oz rotini pasta ⅓ cup all-purpose flour, plus 1½ tablespoons (divided) ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup diced […]
Tuscan Grilled Chicken Pasta Ingredients 8 oz dried penne pasta (about 2 ½ cups) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 6 chicken tenders 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cups fresh spinach leaves 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ½ cup finely diced white or […]
Soft, golden, and impossibly airy, these Sopapillas are a taste of tradition wrapped in warmth and nostalgia. A simple dough transforms into crisp, puffed pillows as they hit the hot oil—light on the inside, delicately crisp on the outside. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or kissed with honey, each bite delivers a comforting sweetness that […]
Dill Pickle Soup Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter – for sautéing 1 cup yellow onion, finely diced 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced 1 cup celery, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth – choose your preference for flavor depth ½ cup dill pickle brine (optional, from the jar) […]
Melt‑Away Red Wine Braised Lamb Shanks with Herb Mashed Potatoes Ingredients For the Braised Lamb Shanks: 4 lamb shanks, trimmed of excess fat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely […]
Southern-Style Green Beans Ingredients 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped into bite-sized pieces 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of heat) 2 pounds fresh green beans, ends trimmed and cut in half 2 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium for better control […]