Ways to prevent insects from entering your kitchen without using chemicals.

Eliminating bothersome insects such as flies and mosquitoes can be challenging. These unwelcome guests enter our houses, causing trouble and sometimes even putting our health at risk. There are many bug sprays for sale, but a lot of them contain harmful chemicals and additives. Fortunately, there are natural options that are beneficial for both your … Read more

Beef Birria Tacos

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Beef Shank 2 lbs. Bone-in Beef Short Rib Salt and pepper to taste 3 Ancho Peppers 6 Guajillo Peppers 2 Large roasted tomatoes 4 Whole cloves ½ Teaspoon cumin seeds ½ Teaspoon black peppercorns 4 Garlic Cloves Continue Reading in next page

The Best Nachos

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 (15-ounce) can black beans 1 (16-ounce) can low fat refried beans 1 large bag thick corn tortilla chips 2 roma tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced Continue Reading in next page

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients: Dough: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 package (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C) 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp vanilla extract Red food coloring (gel preferred, amount to achieve … Read more

Carne Asada Mexican Street Tacos

Ingredients: 2 lbs carne asada* 1 tablespoon cumin 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cracked pepper 3 tablespoons canola oil 1 serrano pepper sliced Continue Reading in next page

Homemade Picadillo

Ingredients : 2 tbsp evoo (extra virgin olive oil) 1 to 2 lbs ground beef 3 potatoes cubed 1 can green beans or fresh (optional) small onion 2 garlic cloves minced 3 tomatoes diced 2 Serrano Chile’s chopped Continue Reading in next page

My Grandmother’s Tamales Recipe

Ingredients: Makes approximately 5 dozen tamales Fresh corn masa, 5 lbs. 1 lb. corn husks 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 ½ teaspoon salt 1 lb. lard 5 cups cooked pork broth (drained from cooked pork) To be set aside, used as needed 8 oz. whole chili anchos 5 lb. pork shoulder Continue Reading in … Read more