Easy DIY Recipes

Homemade Mangonadas are sweet, icy, tangy, spicy, and refreshing Mexican-style mango drinks made with fresh or frozen mango, crushed ice, mango nectar, chamoy, Tajín, and optional mango chunks. This recipe is bright and playful, but the…

Spaghettini with Shrimp, Baby Scallops, Cremini Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a beautiful seafood pasta made with tender shrimp, delicate scallops, earthy mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, Calabrese hot pepper, white wine, and a bright…

Risotto with Shrimp, Calamari, and Sliced Octopus is a rich, elegant seafood risotto made with arborio rice, homemade shrimp shell broth, fennel, white wine, tomato paste, garlic, butter, parsley, and tender seafood. This dish has the…

Classic Poolside Dip is a cool, creamy, colorful party dip made with softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, red bell pepper, jalapeños, black olives, fire-roasted corn, and green onions. This recipe is simple, but it has a bright and…

Homemade Pico de Gallo is a fresh, bold, and fiery Mexican-style salsa made with Roma tomatoes, white onions, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and a powerful mix of fresh peppers. This version is not mild or shy. It is hand-chopped,…

Creamy Potato and Corn Chowder with Sausage is a warm, cozy, and deeply satisfying soup made with smoky kielbasa, tender vegetables, creamy potato soup, milk, chicken broth, sweet carrots, and creamed corn. This chowder has the heart of…

Carne Asada Marinade is a bright, bold, and deeply flavorful mixture made with fresh citrus juice, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. This marinade transforms skirt steak into something tender,…

Slow Cooker Sausage Rotel Dip is a warm, creamy, cheesy party dip made with savory sausage, melted Velveeta cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. This recipe is simple, but the flavor is bold and deeply comforting. The…

Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are creamy, smoky, cheesy, and lightly spicy tortilla roll-ups inspired by the classic flavor of jalapeno poppers. They combine softened cream cheese, crispy bacon, sautéed jalapeños, sharp cheddar, and soft flour…

El Pato Restaurant-Style Salsa is a bold, fresh, and deeply flavorful salsa made with El Pato tomato sauce, purple onion, garlic, jalapeños, cilantro, and salt. This recipe captures the simple magic of a good Mexican restaurant salsa:…