I had discovered the beauty of mango and spice in the Strawberry Mango Salsa from the first of the month, so I thought I’d try a different combination. This salsa, is more similar to your traditional tomato pico de gallo with the added sweetness and smooth texture of mango. It’s delicious AND (seriously) nutritious! Can’t […]
Taco Pasta Casserole Recipe
Like I mentioned last week, Kevin and I have been on a Mexican food kick. Every. Single. Day. For another change up to the regular stand by of jacked-up-nachos or tacos, this casserole is the perfect option. It takes a little longer to prepare than a simple taco, but it’s filling and delicious–and it could […]
Mexican Tossed Salad Recipe
My husband and I have been eating “Mexican” almost every day, enjoying the bounty of avocados, tomatoes, jalapenos, and peppers. This particular afternoon, I was looking for a new way to serve and enjoy these flavors, and I found a recipe for “Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad” on Tasty Kitchen. I took the basic idea and […]
Mexican Style Avocado Hamburger Recipe
I have come to love fresh avocado. Once a week or so, Kevin and I love to enjoy a freshly made guacamole along with homemade salsa and chips. I no longer consider the storebought super-green stuff real, true “guacamole.” I’m not sure what’s in that stuff, but I’ll leave it on the shelf. Anyways, all that to […]
Fresh Salsa Soup Recipe
With a fridge full of fresh ingredients that desperately needed to be used, a chilly fall afternoon, and a husband who wouldn’t be around for dinnertime, I knew soup was the perfect solution. I chopped and diced everything in sight and came up with a hearty, brothy, spicy, delicious soup that Kevin and I loved. […]
Refried Beans Recipe {from dry pintos}
I have become a big fan of refried beans–especially now that Kevin and I have, what we call, “Mexican fiesta” at least once a week. I make a quick batch of pico de gallo and guacamole. We doctor up a can of refried beans. He grabs the chips and sour cream. And we’re off to deliciousness! […]
Salsa Pasta
With homemade pico de gallo needing to be used and a hankering for pasta, I brainstormed this funky, fresh idea for dinner. (I probably shouldn’t use “hankering” and “pasta” in the same sentence. Maybe it’s in honor of my West-Virginian-Italian relatives…) With a few fresh ingredients I had on hand thanks to the bounty of summer […]
Chicken Quesadillas
; I apologize for pre-posting this the other night before it was completed. There were various technical difficulties that my loving husband had to help me with. Ooops! In Quesadilla News….this is a crazy-delicious lunch or dinner idea that comes together quickly and easily. It’s healthy–but only if you can keep yourself from going back […]
Mango Strawberry Salsa
I had the privilege of catering a small summer-themed party on Saturday, and I had a blast embracing the freshness of the season! This mango strawberry salsa was easy to make and a healthy, delicious choice for the guests! I wasn’t able to take any photos before the event, so this picture is the best […]
Baked Tortilla Chips
My husband and I love to much on chips and salsa, but I hate knowing I’m using a fried chip to scoop up a completely healthy vegetable dip. Do you relate? If so, you should definitely try making your own chips. It takes a few times to learn exactly when the chips are done or to […]