Cooking for a Mexican!

The Best Chocoflan Ever!!!!

2011-12-10T05:29:00.007-07:00

My recipe for this is the very best, easiest and unique you will ever find! Not trying to brag but I am pretty darn confident you will love this recipe! With Christmas just around the corner I thought it would be a perfect time to share this yummy festive dessert with all of you. I can already hear all the compliments you are going to receive when you show up to your holiday party with this snazzy desert in hand. Don't worry, they'll never know how easy it was. Shhh that can be our little secret.

Cheers!

See ya in the kitchen,

Cake Batter
1 chocolate cake mix
1/2 cup oil
1 1/4 cups Sangria soda
3 eggs
1 3.9 oz package chocolate instant pudding

Flan Custard

1 14 oz can sweet condensed milk
1 12 oz can evaporated milk
8 oz package cream cheese (room temp.)
1/2 cup whipping cream
5 large eggs
1 cap full Mexican vanilla

12-16 oz jar of caramel. (any brand will work)

Top with

fresh whipping cream
crushed candy canes

Bake at 350 for 1 1/2 hours for full cake and 1 hour for the jumbo muffin size.

Wait 15 minutes before removing from pan. Gently slide butter knife around the edge of pan and flip onto dish. Cake should easily release from pan.

If you opt to do the 12 cup size bundt pan it will need to bake for 2hrs.

Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Chiles with Mango, Avocado and Cucumber Salsa

2011-10-17T09:45:00.006-06:00

This is a huge shout out to all of the sweet people that always ask me to do something vegetarian...Today is your day!

FYI, there is a part in this video that is a little blurry. So sorry, :( Mr. Mexican is back on the camera and was a little tipsy or something. :)

Have a super fabulous day!

Cheers!

See you in the kitchen,

This recipe will make 10

Oven temp. 400

10 Poblano Chiles
2 cups Vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa
1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 chipotle chile (with 2tsp. of adobo sauce)
1 tsp chile piquin
1 tsp cumin
8oz. white melting Cheese (oaxaca is the best)

1 mango
1/2 cucumber
1 avocado
1/2 red onion
1 handful cilantro
1-2 serrano chiles
1/2 lime (juice)
1/2 tsp. salt

Top with Mexican crema or sour cream

Capirotada

2011-09-20T06:51:00.000-06:00

It's official... I 'm back! Boy, did I ever have a hard time making a decision about what I should teach you how to make. I looked back at all of the many emails and requests and determined there were a lot of people requesting I make a Capirotada. Now let's be honest, depending on where you come from in Mexico this recipe will be a little different.

In the video I showed how to make Capirotada without the use of piloncillo. If you do have that available to you then by all means that would be the first option, but since I know that so many people have a hard time finding that I went ahead and demonstrated a way to make this without it. As I mentioned in the video some people confuse Capirotada with Budin de Pan. I already anticipate the emails that people will be sending me about that but be assured they are two very different recipes.

I can't tell you how excited I am to be back doing what I love most! See you back here next Monday with another fabulous Authentic Mexican recipe.

Cheers!

See you in the kitchen,

Oven Temp. 350 F

4-6 bolillos cubed (depending on size)
1 stick of butter (melted)
6 oz queso fresco
1/2 cup raisins
3 medium apples ( I used Gala)
1 cup peanuts ( I used salted)
3 tbsp cinnamon sugar (mix 3 tbsp white sugar with 1/2 tsp cinnamon)

Syrup
1 cup dark brown sugar
2 cups water
2 tbsp molasses
2 Mexican cinnamon sticks (canela)

Easy Tacos de Carne Asada

2010-08-02T10:51:00.014-06:00

Mmmm.....Mmmmmm.....Mmmmmmmmmm!! Really folks who doesn't love Carne Asada? I know you are going to love how easy these are to make. Just a few minutes of your time is needed to put these yummy tacos together. For this video I used Thinly sliced Top Sirloin steaks but you could also use a Flank Steak to prepare this. Something I failed to mention in the video is that you need to keep the grill heat at a low to medium low heat. (very important for best results) If you have any questions not answered in the video feel free to leave a comment below or shoot your questions to me in an email. Just to clarify, there are many ways to make Carne Asada this is only one of the many techniques out there.

Enjoy and be keeping an eye out for the Conchas crisis video I will be posting later this week. If you have struggled to perfect your Conchas you won't want to miss this video.

Cheers!
See you in the kitchen,

2lbs Thinly sliced Top Sirloin Steak
1 can La Costena sliced pickled jalepenos
salt
garlic powder
pepper
Oil to brush on grill grates
20 white corn tortillas

TOP WITH
Chopped white onoin
Cilantro
lime wedge
favorite salsa

Ultimate Mexican Cookie Cake

2010-04-25T20:59:00.010-06:00

Woo-Hoo!!!!! Can you believe it? It really is me with another fabulous Mexican inspired recipe! This was an entry I did for a Paula Dean contest (not totally Mexican, but has some Mexican flare to it). I'm hoping I got it in in time but to be honest it was too close to tell. If I didn't I will get another chance in a few weeks. I heard about the contest deadline Friday so that didn't leave me much time.
Amigos, I can't tell you how much all of your kind emails mean to me. I read every single one of them and try to post the picture you send as quick as I can. Thank you So much!!! I do have a big secret I have been caring around for some time now and I really can't wait to share it. It should not be too much longer, I hope. No I am not pregnant!(LOL)

Cheers!!!

Tina

2 6 oz packages Marias Mexican Cookies
2 8 oz packages Philly Cream cheese
1 14 oz can La Lechera Condensed Milk
1 13 oz can Thai kitchen coconut milk
1/2 cup Fresh squeezed lime juice
16 oz Fresh strawberries
2 can mandarins (light syrup)
3-4 Kiwis
2 cups Whip cream
1/2 cup toasted coconut

Gracias!!!

2009-11-20T07:38:00.002-07:00

Hey there dear sweet amigos!

I just wanted to drop all of you a line and send you a big thank you! So many wonderful emails and photos have been sent my way and I have read each and everyone of them. If you do not see your picture posted on the side it will be up soon. My life is busier then ever and I have not had time to respond to each of you like I have in the past. My job and other events has kept me very busy while my kids are at school. The second the kids get home it is all about their needs. I hope you understand and be watching for an email. I promise you will hear back from me, it just might take a while. I'm also hoping to find some time to make some more videos soon. I really miss the time I use to have for that. Love you all! I hope to be back in the kitchen soon with more great videos.

See you in the kitchen, (soon!)

Halloween Spooktacular!

2009-10-27T15:08:00.002-06:00

Hey there!

I just wanted to invite you over to my mommies go wild page today. I'm making some pretty fun stuff for Halloween with my amiga Audrey. I hope you will stop by! You can get there by clicking on the link over on the right side of your screen.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Flan de Calabaza

2009-10-22T12:26:00.004-06:00

I can't lie to you, I'm a pumpkin freak at this time of year. Pumpkin this and pumpkin that, I am dreaming about the things I get to make with pumpkins.

So amigos, I can't tell you how excited I am about the video I am going to be posting on Monday so you need to stay tuned and tell all of your friends to watch, it is going to be so much fun, something you won't want to miss.
Remember if you have a request feel free to send it my way and I will do my best to get that posted for you. I have a few that I am working on getting posted for those of you that have sent me one. Keep checking back!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1/2 cup white sugar

1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup white sugar
4 eggs
1 12 oz can evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups pumpkin
1 tsp Mexican vanilla
juice of one orange
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp cloves

Garnish with
dulce de leche
whip cream
sprinkle of cinnamon

Huevos Rancheros

2009-10-21T12:38:00.005-06:00

Hey there Amigos!

I was looking over my archive last week and noticed I was lacking in the breakfast department. This surprised me because we are always eating yummy Mexican/Mexican inspired breakfasts. My mind started racing back and forth as I thought about all the different dishes I could make a video for and I decided that I would go for this one today. Huevos Rancheros is one of those recipes that clearly there are thousands of ways to make. This is one of the many. I hope you enjoy it.

Before I check out for the day I wanted to thank those of you that have recently sent me photos...They are finally up and I hope all of you will take a minute to check out some of my new amigos. Also, I want to thank Mr. Mexican for the little face lift he gave my video. Mr. Mexican thought I needed to spice up the video and make it a little more exciting, as if I am not exciting enough!(LOL) Thank you my love, I think it is going to be a work in progress, but I do think it looks better.
You may wonder why the counting at the beginning of the video only goes to eight, well folks let's be honest that's really about as high as I can count in Spanish.(LOL) I think I need to get with the program and start watching Dora everyday! My kids can speak Spanish better then me! Okay amigos, that's about all I have to say for today.

See you in the kitchen,
Tina

BTW You can check the archive on the right for the beans and rice recipes.

Sauce

1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1/2 chile poblano
1/2 white onion
swish of oil

5 medium tomatoes
1/2 small white onion
2 cloves garlic
5-6 Chile Arbol (soaked in boiling water)
salt

6 corn tortillas
non stick cooking spray

6 eggs
salt/pepper
swish of oil

Pastel de Tres Leches con Calabaza (Pumpkin Tres Leches)

2009-10-08T10:19:00.005-06:00

I hope you haven't thrown your leftover pumpkin away. If you have you can always use the stuff in the can. I didn't want my pumpkin to go to waste so after I finished the last video I removed the seeds and threw it in a pot of boiling water with a cinnamon stick and let in boil about 30 minutes, then I removed it from the skin and mashed it with a potato masher. This is the pumpkin I used in this cake. I hope that makes sense. I received several emails from viewer asking me if we eat the pumpkin and seeds in the Atole de Calabaza, yes we do. That is Mr. Mexicans favorite part!

Back to today's recipe. If you are a Tres Leches fan and you love pumpkin cake this is the recipe for you. My Mexican is sitting here devouring this cake as we speak. So this definitely has the Mexican seal of approval. Enjoy!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Batter
3 cups all purpose flour
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups pumpkin
1 cup Mexican Crema
2 tsp Mexican vanilla

Whip Cream
2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered
1tsp Mexican vanilla

Nut topping
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 tbsp brown sugar
sprinkle of cinnamon

Atole de Calabaza

2009-10-06T10:43:00.003-06:00

Love, love, love this recipe, and I know you will too. So be honest, what do you think about my idea to dance and cook?(LOL) Really I'm totally joking just felt like shaking my groove thing a little today, and how about that wepes? Who would have thought I had that in me?

Amigos, I hope you have a super fabuloso day (don't you love how I added a little Spanish in there?

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1/2 Pumpkin (cut in chunks)
14 cups water
1 cinnamon stick
1-2 piloncillo
pinch of anise

Add milk or cream the same as if you were adding it to your coffee

Tortillas de Harina (Flour Tortillas)

2009-10-05T10:06:00.005-06:00

Everyone loves a great flour tortilla and today I am going to show you how easy it is to make your own. I'm guessing that it costs less then a dollar to make a batch of theses and with economic times the way they are maybe this is one of many ways you can save your family some cash. Check back tomorrow I already have another great recipe ready to share with you.

Also a little update for all of you that don't hang with me on facebook, last month I took a job as a personal chef and that is part of the reason you have not seen as many videos from me. I have mixed emotions about taking the job. I have always been an advocate for stay at home moms and I still strongly believe this is very important to do. I worked the schedule out so that my children would never miss me. That is the main reason I felt okay about taking the job. At my job I cook all organic and gluten free food. I know very different from what you see me do here. I hope to share some videos in the future of that style cooking on another page of marriedtoamexican.com.

BTW I was married! After you watch the video you will understand.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

4 cups all purpose flour
1 cup shortening (or lard if you dare)
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water

Makes 12 10 inch tortillas

Tamales de Salsa Roja

2009-10-01T00:10:00.006-06:00

Poor little Mia has been waiting for this video for forever! I made this video about a month ago but it was having problems uploading due to the length so I kept having to cut it down when I had free time, which I do not have too much of anymore. This is a great recipe. One thing that makes my tamales a little different from the authentic ones is that I use butter instead of lard. I'm just not down with the whole lard thing and I try to avoid it where I can. Some of my recipes just have to have it. I have done this recipe with lard, shortening and butter and have found that I prefer the butter. If you want to go 100% authentic then use the same measurement of lard as I use butter.
I think that's about it folks! Can you believe it is snowing a little bit here at my house today and it's the last day of September....What the heck? Crazy weather, but a good day for tamales and champurrado. Yummy! Mr. Mexican told me that once again I need to apologize for my horrible pronunciation. Sorry amigos, I still have a ways to go. =)

See you in the Kitchen,

Tina

Fill pot with water and add the following

3 lbs Boneless country style pork ribs
1 white onion (cut in rings)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 carrot (sliced)
1 poblano chile ( sliced )
handful cilantro (last 15 minutes)

Toast and soak

5 chile pasilla
4 chile guajillo
3 chile cascabel
1 chile arbol (add more if you want it hot)

30-35 corn husks

Masa

4 -5 cups tamale maseca
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder (I think this got cut out of the video)
1 1/2 cups butter, lard or shortening
3 cups broth from pork (you can always add more but you can't take away, so go easy)

one onion sliced in rings to fry with meat.
Salt the meat as needed after you mix the sauce in.

Paletas de Coco

2009-09-23T09:34:00.009-06:00

Quick, easy and probably the best you will ever taste! No joke! Mr. Mexican was in such a hurry to eat these that he threw one on a plate and video taped it while I was gone so he and the kids could eat them, hence the lovely display at the end! Nice job sweetie! Watch out food stylists everywhere Mr Mexican has arrived with all his skills.

See you in the kitchen,
Tina

BTW I used a different camera and it kept beeping. Ugggg!!! If you haven't been over to vote for my friend Lauren, please stop over on my Latino Pride page. You can easily get there by clicking on the Latino Pride link on the lower right side of this page.

1 1/2 cups Goya coconut milk
1 cup condensed milk
1 handful coconut flakes

Makes 6

Agua de Sandia

2009-09-16T23:52:00.001-06:00

I wish I had some control over the still shots blogger videos choose for me! Don't I look hot? It looks like something I'm cooking smells really bad. I promise this wasn't the case. Let's all laugh at how funny I look! I sure hope you are thirsty because today we are making a simply delicious drink. This is so easy your toddler could make it.

I think Mr. Mexican decided I had said enough and just cut me off at the end! (he cuts the videos) What can I say I have a big mouth, somebody had to do it.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1/2 watermelon

1 cup sugar (use splendor if you want it to be low cal)

Water

Pollo con Chochoyotes

2009-09-15T09:43:00.013-06:00

First let me start off with a little shout out to Mia! Mia I am having issues uploading the Tamales video I made last week. It was a little too long and I had to cut it into two separate uploads. It has ended up pretty much taking me out of my mind, but hang in there I will get it up soon! Alright back to the rest of you. This is another request I have received multiple times and I am finally getting it up. I know you will really love this recipe but I need to warn you it is a little more difficult to make then it looks. I hope you are up to the challenge, I know you can do it. The Chochoyotes can be a bit of a pain to work with so be patient. After you place them in the pot let them slowly cook for about 10-15 minutes until they float up to the top of the pot, this is how you will know they are ready.

BTW I gave up and put it in youtube! I hate putting my vids there but until I can figure out the problem I guess it's better then nothing.

See you in the kitchen,
Tina

Chicken Prep
1 whole cut up chicken
4 cloves garlic
1 white onion
salt
Pot full of water

Salsa Verde
10 tomatillos
6 serrano chiles
4 cloves
6 peppercorns
2 tbsp manteca (lard to fry sauce in)

Small handful of the following
parsely
mint
epazote

Chochoyotes
1 cup masa (maseca)
2 tbsp manteca
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder

Sangria Floats

2009-08-18T16:22:00.008-06:00

So today is two-for-Tuesday! How lucky are you? After eating those delicious Flautas I thought you might want something to wash them down with. The Rivera family gives this one two thumbs up! My kids were fighting over who got to have the first one.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

3 bottles Sangria (These can be found in the international food section of you grocery store)
1 gallon vanilla ice cream ( you will not need all of this)

Makes 6

Crispy Chicken Flautas with Roasted Salsa Verde

2009-08-18T09:08:00.005-06:00

Whooo baby! You are going to love these! Here at our house you can usually find my kids arguing over who gets the last one and I can usually be found licking my plate after everyone has left the kitchen. (Wouldn't want the kiddies to see me do that.) Once again or friend the rotisserie chicken makes his appearance in my kitchen. Boy do I love that guy, he is always saving me so much time. As always you are sure to love this delicious dish. Keep it real!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

BTW have you checked out the new cute pictures people have been sending in? If you haven't sent one yet, what are you waiting for amigos? Our family loves all your cute pictures!

1 rotisserie chicken shredded
1 red onion
1 bell pepper
1 clove garlic
salt
pepper
cumin
swish of canola

15-20 corn or flour tortillas ( I like to do some of both)
oil for frying (once again I like canola, but use whatever you like)

SALSA VERDE

8 tomatillos
1 poblano chile
2 serrano chiles
3/4 white onion (1/4 for blender and the rest to add at end)
one clove garlic
juice of a lime
handful of cilantro
salt

Mexican crema

Fry at 375 until crisp

Black Bean Molletes with Pineapple Pico de Gallo

2009-08-16T16:35:00.009-06:00

Yummy stuff people! I made this recently for a friend (Tina Original) and she wanted to know how to make it. This will feed an Army (that's usually what I am feeding over here.) If you're cooking for a smaller group just cut the recipe in half. So with no further jibber-jabber from me... Roll it! And as always....

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2 loaves Jalapeno cheese bread

2 15 oz cans black beans in water
1/3 red onion
2 cloves garlic
salt
swish of olive oil

1 lb queso fresco (crumbled)

SALSA
1 cup diced pineapple
4 diced Roma tomatoes
1/2 diced white onion
1 Serrano pepper
handful of cilantro
1 clove garlic
squeeze of honey (clover)
Juice of 1 lime
pinch of salt

350 10-15 minutes

Polvorones Rosas (The pink ones)

2009-08-13T23:46:00.008-06:00

I'm back from a very lovely vacation. If you would like to see highlights from our vacation click over to the Hola page I will be posting some of our adventures there. I'm very excited to get back to making videos. Today's video perhaps could be my most requested recipe I have ever had. It seems like everyone is dying to know how to make these. I know that everyone will be happy to see how easy these are to whip up. A month or so ago I added a quick responses in the comment box for polvorones hoping to help those of you interested in making these, but I still kept getting the questions. My kids have been making these all summer every Tuesday to sell at their neighborhood bake sale. I can't tell you how many times I have put off making this video for lack of time when we were hurrying to make them on Tuesday mornings.

I think by the time we finish with this website all of you will be well on your way to opening your own Mexican Bakery. Enjoy these yummy cookies!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2 cups salted butter

2 cups powdred sugar

3 tsp Mexican vanilla

1 tsp salt

4 cups flour

Wilton pink food coloring

Colored sprinkles

Sugar to sprinkle on top

Bake at 350 for 15-17 minutes

LOGO

2009-07-27T10:50:00.003-06:00

Ensalada Tropical Cremoza

2009-07-15T10:36:00.005-06:00

If you only have five minutes to prepare something to take to your next BBQ here is a great idea. I need to mention that my dear friend Lisa is a excellent cook! ( you will understand after you watch.) I have been trying to get her to do a blog. Lisa is from New Zealand and her husband is from Samoa. Her food is to die for. If she does do a blog, I will hook you guys up. Oh ya by the way I know we look like David and Goliath in this video. It's only really obvious how tall I am to all of you when I am in a video with another person. Dang I'm tall, I tend to forget.
Enjoy this quick simple recipe.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2- 8oz tubs cool whip
1 small package Pineapple island Jello (Jello brand)
2 -11oz cans mandarins (drained)
1- 20 oz can crushed pineapple (drained)
2 cups mini marshmallows
1/4 cup toasted coconut
1/8 cup chopped walnuts

Orejas

2009-07-14T13:08:00.003-06:00

I think this may be another one of those recipes that you may have thought would be too difficult and time consuming to make. Well guess what? I'm here to tell you that this is fast, easy and the results are show stopping. You know how much I like to fool people and make them think I spent all day in the kitchen,well this is definitely another one of those recipes. Good luck making these and remember......Shhhh, it's our little secret!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 Package Puff Pastry
1 cup sugar
1 tsp salt

Bake at 425 for 15 minutes
Makes 24

Salchichas Vaqueras

2009-07-10T22:35:00.005-06:00

Good Saturday morning to everyone! The slacker is back. Man am I lazy! I'm just chill'in here at my house with the kiddies. Nope I haven't got any excuses this time for why I haven't been heard from. I sure hope you all understand. If this were a real job I wouldn't be able to do this, but since this is all just for kicks and giggles I'm not loosing sleep over it.

Today's menu is simple and it includes all of the food groups. I think Farihn could make this blind folded. I think you get what I mean,it's easy as pie. (Of course I'm talking about the kind of pie you only need to heat up,that is.) Enjoy!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

6 Large all beef gourmet hot dogs

1 bag of 6 Cheddar & jalapeno bread sticks. ( You can use any kind of bun ,this is just what I like. I buy them at Costco in the bakery next to the bagels.)

1 can sliced pickled jalapenos (Not for nachos. These are stripes.)

1/4 lbs Oaxaca cheese cut into stripes. ( Any good white melting cheese will work.)

Mayo

Pico de gallo ( I will post my recipe for this soon.)

Grilled Mexican Pizza

2009-06-30T01:21:00.009-06:00

Hi there folks! I'm back with another yummy summer recipe that you and your family are sure to love. I wish I had more time to make videos, but life has kept me pretty busy. As I find the time I will be adding new delicious recipes. Remember if you are following me on twitter you will always be the first to know when a new recipes is on the site. I also wanted to take a minute to address a new request I have been recently receiving a lot, Facebook! Lately I have been receiving friendship requests from viewers. This was a surprise because I did not know that people new my last name. Anyways after some thought I have decided to open my Facebook to my website friends. Prior to now I have only used Facebook for my close personal friends. If you would like to join with me on Facebook I would love to have you, I only have one request, please attach a note to the request telling me how you know who I am (my cooking videos), also my family sees my Facebook so I would ask you keep it clean. You can find me by the name Tina Rotar Rivera. I hope to see you there!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

P.S.

There are a couple places in the video that the sun kept trying to peek through, sorry in advance for that. I get so annoyed!

DOUGH ( makes about 4 small pizzas)

2 packages Redstar quick rise yeast

1 1/2 cups warm water

1 teaspoon salt

3 1/3 cups flour

1 tbsp olive oil (grease you bowl with)

CHICKEN

9-10 chicken breast tenders

2 tbsp olive oil

1 lemon (squeezed)

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp Mexican oregano

salt/pepper

SAUCE (GREEN)

8 tomatillos

1 clove garlic

1 serrano pepper

1 poblano pepper

handful cilantro

1 Avocado (squeeze a lime over it to keep from browning)

4 tbsp Mexican crema (sour cream will also work)

salt

BEAN SAUCE (blend all ingredients in blender till smooth)

1 can black beans (Do not drain beans)

1/4 white onion

1 clove garlic

1 tsp Mexican oregano

salt

Other items you will need

1 red onion (for grilling)

4 Roma tomatoes

lettuce

pickled jalapenos

1lbs shredded Oaxaca cheese

Mexican crema

Tacos de Chorizo y Papa

2009-06-15T08:14:00.005-06:00

Oh my goodness, can I tell you how much you are going to love these? Mmmm..these are mouth-watering delicious tacos. Today I had Avery doing the video taping so if it looks like this was shot from an airplane, that is why. I think he is like six foot seven now. I told him to sit down but of course he didn't want to do that. He also likes to give his own input during the taping and do lots of strange shots. I guess I should be glad he is helping me out.

So where is the Mexican you ask? He hasn't been seen in any of our recent videos and people are starting to wonder. Well I won't lie, we don't see him as much as we would like to either. The Mexican is busy working, working, working! In order for me to be a stay at home mom in this economy and be small business owners he has had to put in some long hours lately. We hope soon he will be able to make an appearance.

One of the ingredients in this recipe may be a little hard for you to find. If you have a Costco close by, then no sweat. If your Costco doesn't carry it you can request it at the customer service. The brand is Aidells and the name is Spicy Mango with Jalapeno Smoked Chicken Sausage here is the link to their website http://WWW.AIDELLS.COM If you don't have any luck with that then you can use two pounds of chorizo instead. Good luck!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1lbs chorizo
1lbs Aidells Spicy Mango Jalapeno Smoked Chicken Sausage (about 5 links)
1 red onion
6 russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
1 package Sazon Goya seasoning
swish of canola

24 white corn tortillas (remember to double up your shells)

TOP WITH
chopped red onion
cilantro
lime wedge
pickled jalapeno

Salsa de Frutas y Chips de Canela

2009-06-09T21:36:00.007-06:00

This is one of those recipes where you can find me in the kitchen literally licking every last bit out of the bowl. Don't mind my kiddos, they were acting so goofy. I think by now you have all come to expect that, so I'm not too worried. These videos are what they are. I don't think Hollywood is going to be calling anytime soon to give us an Oscar for our performances.

Everyone in your family will loves this recipe. I failed to mention in the video that I will also occasionally add a little chile pequin to this just to give it a little unexpected kick and I also squeeze one lime over the apples to keep them from browning. Okay folks that's about it, make sure you check back tomorrow to see what we are making and don't forget to have a lovely day.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2 Granny Smith apples (squeeze a lime over the peeled apples to keep from browning)
1 mango
1 cup strawberries ( I won't lie I'm an eye-baller)
2 kiwi

CINNAMON CHIP PREP

1 package (8 count) flour tortillas
Butter flavor non stick cooking spray
1/2 cup sugar
2 tsp cinnamon

SAUCE

3/4 cup apricot pineapple preserve (Smuckers)
1/3 cup orange juice
1 tsp zest of orange
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp chile pequin (optional)

Torta de Milanesa

2009-06-09T09:15:00.006-06:00

I'm running out the door to basketball and I wanted to hurry and get this posted. My life pretty much revolves around my kids schedules. If it sounds like I'm complaining, I'm not. I love it and I wouldn't have it any other way. The only problem is that their schedules don't leave me a lot of free time to do things like this. I hope you love the recipe. Have a super fantastic day. I'll be back tomorrow with another yummy recipe.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs

2 eggs

1/3 cup milk

2 pounds top sirloin tip (thin slice)

salt / pepper

1/2 tsp chile pequin

Canola for frying

6 large bolillos

TOP WITH

mayo

refried beans

tomato

lettuce

avocado

pickled jalapenos

radish

onion slices

Frijoles Rancheros

2009-06-07T21:54:00.008-06:00

This is another one of those... "Don't tell the Mexican how you did it recipes." I'm a strong believer that if he or she loves it, who cares how long it took you to make it. Let them think you spent all day. It's our little secret. (Wink, Wink!) Everyone loves these beans, they are full of flavor. With summer just around the corner there are so many different dishes you can pair this with. Wait till you see what we are making tomorrow! Oh baby! I already have the video ready to post and I know everyone is going to love it.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

4-5 slices bacon
1/3 white onion
1 Serrano Chile
2 Roma tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp Mexican oregano
2 15.5oz cans Pinto beans
Handful of cilantro
Salt to taste

Sangria

2009-06-05T11:53:00.004-06:00

Are you ready for a nice refreshing summer drink? Well here is one of many I will be posting over the summer. At our house we do not drink alcohol so this drink is kid friendly. If you want yours to have alcohol ,all you need to do is replace the grape juice with red wine.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 cup chopped fresh pineapple

1 cup orange sections ( The video says one orange. If your orange is large then it should be enough.)

4-5 tbsp limeade concentrate

1 1/2 cups grape juice

3/4 cup club soda

handful of ice

lime slices for garnish

Paletas Estilo Acapulco

2009-06-03T08:00:00.001-06:00

Dear Cesar thinks this is such a clever name for this Paleta. You know me I wouldn't know. If you think it's just a total bomb of a name, don't be shy speak up maybe I'll take your advice and change the name. You know me I can make it but I can't come up with good names for my own creations. If you have a big familia you may want to double the recipe. This recipe will fill six of my molds. Summer is here.....Hip hip hooray! We are going to be making so many yummy summer recipes.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 banana

1 cup pineapple chunks

3/4 cup fat free condensed milk

3-4 tbsp frozen limeade concentrate

Arroz Verde

2009-06-01T20:28:00.011-06:00

Finally.... I'm getting around to posting another video. From some of the emails I've received I think some of you thought I may have died. Nope I'm still kicking! Life has kept me so busy I have struggled to find any time to post a video. Sometimes I feel like my only purpose in life is to get children to all of their different activities and home again. (Don't get me wrong I do love doing it,but it just doesn't leave me a lot of free time.)

Yesterday the Meximobile broke down on the way to Aries' basketball camp. It's one thing when you break down in a normal looking vehicle and another when its in a van that looks like a ice cream truck or something from the circus. Let's just say it draws much unwanted attention. Anyways I had my big plan that I would get some of the videos I have already made posted and then of course that happened.

I have been getting a lot of emails and I have not had time to respond to all of them so if you emailed me and have not heard back, I'm working on it. Also if you ever have questions or comments that pertain to a specific recipe please put them in the comment box under the video. This will save me so much time. Many times I will receive the same question multiple times to my email box from different people. Basically if you put your questions in the comment box I will only have to answer the same question once. I do love to answer questions so please don't misunderstand, this will just save me a lot of time and also help out people with similar questions. Also, I can't thank all of you enough for all the encouraging words that many of you send to me, It really makes my day when I read all of your really sweet emails. I wish I had the way to reach out to all of you and give all you a great big hug and say thank you!

Enjoy this recipe, it's quick ,easy and delicious.

See you in the kitchen,
Tina

1 1/2 cups white long grain rice

5 tomatillos

1/2 white onion

2 clove garlic

1 poblano chile

2 chicken bouillon cubes (maggie)

swish of oil

salt

water

"Horchata!" The new hit song!

2009-05-22T15:33:00.004-06:00

Woot woot! I have to do a little shout out to Fatmime for sending me this video. Dude you are so funny! I decided I should put this on my cooking page since it's a song about Mexican food. Here's what I love about this, these guys are just chillin at there house enjoying life. I think we get so busy sometimes with the day to day that we forget to just kick back and enjoy the simple things, like hanging out with friends and family and laughing. Really is there anything better then that. Fatmime you are so funny I can't wait to meet you someday and chill with you and your family.

I added another one of his funny vids to my hola page if you want to see more.

Fatmime I read a little about you on your page and can I just say...Thanks so much for keeping it funny and clean. The world needs a lot more good clean humor. These days all we ever see is people that are willing to stoup pretty low for a buck.( I would love to see a song about a six foot tall gringa cooking Mexican food.) Whatda you say? Hmmmm maybe?

FYI... I think this is Farihn's new favorite song,he won't stop singing it!

Thanks so much for making our family laugh today!

Paletas de Hielo con Mango,Limon y Chile

2009-05-17T23:51:00.006-06:00

Summer is just around the corner and what better way to kick off the new season then with some of these delicious paletas. These are so easy and healthy. It' doesn't matter what the occasion, these are sure to put a smile on any ones face. Keep watching throughout the summer, I will be adding a new paleta recipe each week. Ohhh yummy!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2-3 mangos (depends on size)

2 limes

2 tsp. sugar ( use splender if you want it to be sugar free)

1/2 cup water

Klass chilito en polvo ( chile powder) or chile pequin

Makes 6

Pipian de Chuletas de Puerco

2009-05-12T01:56:00.007-06:00

For many Mexicans this recipe is simply known as "Pipian". If you're not a pork fan you can substitute the pork for a whole cut up chicken and follow the same procedure. FYI.... Cesar has been cutting these videos for me lately. I usually don't have much say and when I realize that he has cut out something important, it's too late to go back and change it. Whats a girl to do? Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful, but he is a little too "cut happy" lately. So here's the stuff you missed. I added about a cup of chicken broth to the second sauce I put in the blender and about a half of a cup broth to the poblano pepper that I put in the blender. I also add about two cups of chicken broth to the final sauce in the pot. After you add your meat to the sauce you want to let it simmer covered for about 20 minutes on medium heat. Fewwww! I hope you get this and it makes sense. If not, you can leave me a comment in the box below or email me with any further question and I will help you figure out anything that doesn't make sense. As always, have a wonderful day and you will see me back here soon with more yummy Mexican recipes.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

(Don't I look Sexy with my eyes closed?) ( jajaja)

6 - 1/2 inch think bone in pork chops

20 tomatillos

1 white onion

3 cloves of garlic

1 jalapeno

2 Serrano peppers

2 pablano peppers

1 1/2 cups cilantro

1/2 cup epazote

3 1/2 cups chicken broth

1 cup toasted pumpkin seeds

1 tbsp lard

oil

salt/pepper

Ensalada de Nopales y Camarones

2009-05-07T01:17:00.004-06:00

Please excuse me because we all know what a nerd I am. When you watch this video here are a few things you need to know. I'm really such a kick back gal, but when it comes to pronouncing some of these things I make, it just looks so unnatural coming out of my mouth. Here's the thing, I'm an excellent learner when it comes to making something hands on, but if you give me a book and tell me to memorize something, forget it! How I know how to make all of these wonderful dishes is a mystery when I can't pronounce half of them. Anyways try to cut me some slack. I really am working on it. Also if it seems rushed, I too am aware of this. Ever since I left youtube my time has been cut in half. A blogger video really can't go more then five minutes. I'm working on a solution to this problem. I thought it might be fun to do a live show once a week. I may start doing this soon and then I will have all the time in the world. Thanks for hanging with me while I am figuring everything out. Enjoy this healthy recipe!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

4 roma tomatoes

1/2 red onion

2 avocados

2-3 cactus (depends on size)

20 large shrimp (raw, tail on ,deveined)

1 jalapeno (more if you like the heat)

1/2 cup cilantro

3 cloves garlic

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

salt

4 limes

Serve in lettuce cups or toasted corn tortillas.

Our little cake has a name!

2009-05-06T15:38:00.005-06:00

The moment you have all been waiting for....Not really but we will pretend. The new name for our cake will be..........

"Pastel Chango Bañado"

Thank you everyone that sent in a name suggestion. I loved this name from the minute I saw it. Thanks Pharmtch! You rock!

Chalupas de Pollo con Chipotle

2009-05-05T01:01:00.007-06:00

Hey there I'm back from the sicky world. Man am I glad that I don't get sick too often. Feliz Cinco de Mayo everyone! I already have so many dishes on the site that would be yummy to make today, but If you have made them all and you're looking to make something new, then perhaps this one will do the trick. I am always looking for ways to simplify authentic Mexican cooking, by using the rotisserie chicken you really save a lot of time. I must give you a word of warning... If you don't like your food to be too spicy, then whatever you do leave out some of the chipotle. I know you will love this recipe. Thanks to all of you that left me a comment or sent me an email while I was sick.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 small rotisserie chicken
1 red onion
2 chipotle peppers
Swish of oil
3 potatoes
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 can chicken broth
Salt to taste
15-20 corn tortillas

Top with...
Radish
Cilantro
Queso fresco
Lime wedge
Salsa verde ( Check the site for the recipe.)

Sick!

2009-05-01T09:54:00.002-06:00

Hi friends!

I'm sorry you haven't seen a post this week. I have been sick with a cold and I lost my voice. I tried to make a video the other day, but I kept coughing so I stopped. I'm hopping by Tomorrow I will have my voice back well enough to make a video.

See you back in the kitchen soon!

Tina

Queso Blanco Dipping Sauce

2009-04-23T11:01:00.008-06:00

This recipe was a request from a gal named Cheri. Hi Cheri! I sure hope this it what you were looking for. If not I know you will love it anyways. For any of you that may be watching for the first time I thought I should make it clear that the camera man is my husband. I don't want anyone to be confused after watching this. Have a great day everyone and if you have sent me a request keep watching, it's coming.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 small white onion (chopped)

4 tbsp butter

1 1/2 tbsp flour

1 cup milk

1 cup whipping cream

2-3 chopped pickled jalapenos

8 0z shredded Oaxaca cheese

8 0z shredded pepper jack cheese

15-20 tortillas cut into wedges ( You should be able to get 8 pieces out of each tortilla.)

Oil for frying

Gorditas

2009-04-21T22:53:00.007-06:00

Hey there friends! I have returned from spring break. Today we will be making Gorditas. One of my new found fabulous friends Jackie sent this recipe in and suggested I make it for you. Since this was something we already make I mixed Jackie and my recipe together for your tasting enjoyment. If any of you have a recipe you want to send in to me I would love to share it with everyone. Also If you have sent a request I have not forgotten you and you should see it soon. I received several emails from you guys over the break and I am working on emailing you back, if you haven't heard back from me you will soon, I promise. I hope life is treating all of you well.

See you in the kitchen,

Cheers!

Tina

This is cute Jackie and one of her twins.

GORDITAS

2lbs Top Sirloin Steak or Diezmillo (thin cut)
3 cups Maseca
1 1/2-2 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
2-3 cups Frijoles (checkout my recipe for these)

TOP WITH...
Lettuce
Quesso (oaxaca)
Tomato
Onion/ serrano chile (I like to saute these with a little oil in a pan together)
Crema
Cholula (hot sauce)

MARINADE
Juice of 3 limes
Couple swishes of canola
Salt
1 tsp Mexican oregano
2 cloves garlic
1/2 white onion rings
Handful of cilantro
1 tsp chile pequin powder

Where is Married to a Mexican?

2009-04-11T19:42:00.007-06:00

Hey guys!

Sorry! I've been busy doing mommy duties the last few days. Avery had a basketball tournament. Here's the good news... He won the dunk it contest! This was a really fun experience for him. I'm just glad we are not having Little Cesears pizza for dinner again, two days in a row is all I can handle. Here's a peek at two of his dunks. Notice in the first one his eyes are covered. Of course Cesar had to drop the camera on the best one so I only got two of the three dunks. I think Cesar was a little too excited.

Happy Easter! My kids are on spring break next week so we will see if I get anything posted! I promise I will do my best! You can always refer to the archives for something until I get back.

See you back in the kitchen soon!

Tina

Pozole Verde

2009-04-07T22:10:00.004-06:00

The kids are suppose to be in bed by now, but of course I can still hear the pitter patter of their feet run up and down the stairs. I'm so tired tonight, but I want to get this ready so it can post in the morning. I make every effort for this stuff not to interfere with my kids needs. I try as much as possible to work on this stuff when they are in bed.
Here is another fabulous recipe to add to your collection. I would have to say that hands down, Pozole is one of the most popular thing we eat here at our house. My kids love it so much they usually ask for me to make it on their birthdays. It doesn't matter to them if it is Pozole Rojo or Pozole Verde they love them both. I'm confident that your family will love this recipe.

I'm hating the shirt I have on. No I am not pregnant.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

2 Chicken breasts/2 chicken thighs
2 Maggie chicken bouillon cubes
3/4 white onion rings
3 cloves garlic
1 gallon water
1lbs tomatillos
2-3 serrano chiles
salt
Handful cilantro
5 150z cans white hominy

TOP WITH.....
Cabbage
onion
lime wedge
tortilla strips
Mexican oregano
chile pequin powder

Name Me!

2009-04-06T23:36:00.007-06:00

Hey guys, this is another Tina creation. I'm always busy making delicious creations to please my Mexican. Here is one that he loves to death. I have struggled with a name for this. Maybe you can help me. I would like the name to be in Spanish. If you have any good ideas you can post them in the comment box below. No idea is a bad one, so please don't be shy! Have a fabulous day. I will be back next time with a good old fashion authentic traditional Mexican dish. But for today I was feeling a little rebellious. I get that way sometimes. I sure hope you don't mind an occasional Tina creation.

See you in the kitchen,
Tina

CAKE BATTER

1 stick of butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
3 eggs
3 bananas (smashed)
1 cup Mexican crema
2 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda
1tsp baking powder
2 1/2 cups flour

SAUCE

1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Carmel sauce
1 cup sweet condensed milk

TOP WITH.... Fresh whipping cream Crushed walnuts

Or So She Says.... www.oneshetwoshe.com

2009-04-04T22:29:00.008-06:00

Hey there Friends!

I have a BIG announcement to make! Take a peek! See you back hear next week with more delicious MEXICAN recipes.

Tina

Enchiladas Rancheras

2009-04-02T06:55:00.009-06:00

I'm running around like crazy today! Enjoy the video! I'll let it speak for itself!
(I'm working on making the video quality better.) Also I got my email up and running again. If you sent me an email in the last 10 days. I never got it. So please, please send it again.

RANCHERO SAUCE
3lbs. Roma tomatoes
3 serrano chiles
1/2 white onion (use other half of onion to fry sauce in.)
2 cloves garlic
Cinnamon stick
1 tsp. cumin seed
1 tbsp. crushed Mexican oregano
1 tsp. sugar
handful of cilantro
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup slivered almonds

FILLING
2 lbs. Beef Tenderloin cubed
3/4 white onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic
salt/pepper

15-20 White corn tortillas
oil for frying

TOP WITH...
Red shredded cabbage
Crema
Queso Fresco
Slivered Almonds
Raisins
Cilantro
Pickled Jalapenos

Quick Message to my friends!

2009-04-01T10:19:00.006-06:00

If you haven't heard from me this is why... Here is the deal! I am currently still having issues with my email. I'm about to lose my mind over this. Please understand I'm not ignoring you. I have been erasing emails like crazy and it still isn't helping. I contacted the support people and they just gave me the run-around. Until this is resolved I can answer your questions in the comment section. I know, it's not the most personal, but as soon as the email is working I will let you know. Thanks so much for hanging with me!

Tina

PS This video was originally made for my youtube friends if you're confused.

I'm getting asked WHY! I did this because my kids and there friends are in the videos a lot and I don't want to worry about all the different place people are embedding my videos. You really can't believe where I found some of my videos. (Places I would never ever want my kids or there friends faces to be.) This way I have a little more control over what I put out there. Slowly but surely the videos I have on youtube will be removed, and only be able to be seen here.

Spicy Mexican Style Egg Rolls

2009-03-30T14:12:00.019-06:00

Hey there guys! So I have good and bad news. I guess it all depends on the way you look at it. The good news is that I am now on Twitter. The sad or bad news for some of you is that I will no longer be posting videos on youtube. If you want to continue to watch , which of course I hope you do, you will probably want to follow me on twitter or if you blog you can subscribe to my blog. If you choose to follow me on twitter you will receive a text message every time I post a new recipe. I really really hope you choose to stick around. I have so many cool recipes I still want to share with you. Many of them Authentic and some are my own creations. Today's post is one of my own. I hope you love it. Feel free to leave me a comment below about this recipe. I would love to see what you think. To follow me on Twitter follow the link at the top of the page.

Have a good one!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 package egg rolls
1/2 lbs chorizo
1/2 lbs spicy hot Italian sausage
3 potatoes boiled and cubed
1 bell pepper
1/2 white onion
2 cloves garlic
oil for frying

Bolillos

2009-03-25T23:09:00.005-06:00

So you may have thought the only way you could get your hands on some of these was to go to the local Mexican bakery, well not anymore. Now you can make them right in your own kitchen. This is a Mexican staple. It really doesn't matter where you live. If you are Mexican, you eat these pretty much every day. I'm always happy to share with you what I know. I hope you will enjoy this recipe and add it to your collection. Have fun making these.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 cup warm water
1 1/2 tbsp white sugar
3 tbsp active dry yeast
1 tbsp salt
4 tbsp butter
1 cup milk
5-6 cups flour

1 tsp cornstarch
2/3 cup water

375 degrees 35 minutes

Watch instructional video to learn how to make these.

Tacos Al Pastor

2009-03-24T08:43:00.009-06:00

Some of you may have thought it wasn't possible to make these delicious tacos at home. Well, I'll be honest,nothing can compare to the real deal, but these sure do come close. I fooled Cesar and we all know if he can be fooled they must be pretty dang good. Cesar is a picky eater when it comes to Mexican Food. He won't be bothered with imitation. It has to be the real deal or nothing.

The nice part about this recipe is you only have to do a little prep work and then off to the oven it goes.

So not to change the subject but Cesar told me the other day that I have had a lot of visitors on the cooking pages lately......Why aren't more of you leaving me a note to say hi? I promise I don't bite! (You don't have to be a blogger to leave a comment.)

Well have a great day!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

4lbs pork butt
2 guajillo chiles (Add more if you like it really spicy.)
2 pasilla chiles
1 California chile
2 tbsp vinegar
1-2 tsp cumin seed
1 tbsp Mexican oregano
1/2 cinnamon stick
1/3 white onion
3-4 cloves garlic
1-2 chipotle chiles/3tbsp adobo sauce from can
3/4 can Jumex pineapple nectar (Enjoy the rest while you cook!)
5-6 rings of pineapple for the top
salt to taste

Watch instructional video to learn how to prepare this.

Gelatina de Cuadros

2009-03-19T13:38:00.005-06:00

Calling all kids at heart! I don't care how old you are this is a recipe that everyone in the family can enjoy. Cesar eats these faster then I can make them. When he was a child this was a rare, very special treat. I think he's making up for all the years he didn't have any. I don't mind...anything to put a smile one his face. He works so hard and nothing makes me feel better than making a special treat for him.

Every family has a midnight snacker. At our house it is Aries. Every night he sleep walks to the kitchen to grab a little something to hold him over till morning. I think I can hear him now.....SHHHHH! I bet I can guess what he has snuck downstairs, of course one of these delicious treats. Tomorrow I'm sure I will find the evidence in the basement under one of the Luv sacs. Of course he has no memory of any of this. ( Right!) If only he could be a little neater when it comes to his midnight snacking. Anyways people, I think you get the point. These are some seriously tasty treats.

Enjoy!
See you in the kitchen,

Tina

7 oz package Mexican Lime Gelatina (add water kind)
7 oz package Mexican Orange Gelatina (add water kind )
7 oz package Mexican Rompope Gelatina (add milk kind)

For lime and orange flavors boil two cups water and add 2 cups ice per package.

Add 4 cups hot milk to Romepope mix.

Follow video instructions.

Polvorones

2009-03-17T16:55:00.011-06:00

It's cookie time! Cookies are universal. Everybody has a favorite one. I'm guessing after you try these you may have a new favorite. I think these could possible be the easiest ones you ever make. The first time I made these I couldn't get over the fact that there were no eggs....Cookies with no eggs huh! Is that possible? I didn't know then but now I can atest that yes it is possible.

Polvorones are a very traditional authentic Mexican cookies. Mexicans everwhere love and enjoy them. I actually have a few different ways to make these. I will share the others in a later video.

Enjoy!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

1 cup salted butter
1 cup confectioner sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla
2 cups flour

TOPPING
1 1/2 cups confectioner sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

350 degrees for 15-18 minutes
Makes 2 dozen

These picture were sent in by viewer friend Maricela.

ENSALADA DE POLLO

2009-03-17T00:59:00.000-06:00

Okay, I decided it was time to add something light to the menu. We all have different needs and I aim to please. This recipe is sure to quickly become a family favorite. Did you see Secily scarfing it down? I didn't pay her to do that. She absolutely loves it.! The best part is that you can eat as much as you want and not feel guilty at the end of the day. I have several other healthy dishes I plan to share in the near future so keep tuning in.

See you in the Kitchen,

Tina

2 chicken breasts (boiled in salted water and shredded)
One small head of lettuce
3-4 roma tomatoes
1 15oz can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
1 1/2 cups cooked green beans
3 eggs
salt

DRESSING
1/2 cup non fat sour cream or crema ( use full fat if you like)
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 tbsp vinegar (or more if you like)
1-2 tsp chile piquin powder

Fried Ice Cream

2009-03-15T10:23:00.003-06:00

This post was originally made for another website. Now that the post day has passed I am adding it over here at mine. Your kids will love you to death if you make this with them.

Have a great day!
See you in the kitchen,
Tina

SOPA DE LENTEJAS

2009-03-14T00:58:00.000-06:00

Well, we did it! We made this delicious soup in the backyard. Cesar is very excited about this. Now he says we have one more thing we can make when we go camping. I must admit this was really fun. We laughed so much in the process of making this. I guess one thing I have learned is no matter what life throws at me I can find some humor in it. Did I mention the garage door spring broke and we had to fix that too? At our home things usually happen in threes so who knows whats next.

Enjoy the soup!

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Large pot 3/4 full of water
1 1/2 cups Lentils
1lbs chorizo
2 cloves garlic
1/2 white onion (more if it's small)
2 serron chilies
5 roma tomatoes
generous handful of cilantro
salt to taste

Serve with toasted corn tortillas

CHURROS

2009-03-12T00:57:00.000-06:00

Who doesn't love a Churro? Crispy on the outside and chewy goodness on the inside. I could sit and eat the whole batch all by myself. This is one of those recipes that everyone needs to know. Pretty much anyone can look in the cupboard and find everything they need to make these. No running off to the store needed for this recipe. While I was making this video something crazy happened. I'm lucky I didn't get hurt. I explain everything in the video. Enjoy this recipe.

See you in the kitchen!

Tina

DOUGH (STEP ONE)
2 eggs
1tsp Mexican vanilla
1/8 tsp nutmeg

HEAT TOGETHER (STEP TWO)
1 cup water
1/3 cup butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt

ADD AFTER STEP 2
1 cup all purpose flour

1tsp orange zest

star tip (#20)
pastry bag
oil for frying

cinnamon sugar to sprinkle on top.
1/4 cup white sugar
1tsp cinnamon

ENFRIJOLADAS

2009-03-06T00:54:00.000-07:00

Crazy name! Every time I write this word I think I spelled it wrong. Spanish words just make me crazy! I try so hard to speak and write Spanish and I just stink at it. Even though I do stink, I won't give up. I'm determined! So I know you will loves this recipe. Guess what the best part is.... None of us have ever got the rumbles in the tummy from it. I can't figure it out, I think it's cuz you blend the beans. No really, I don't know what it is, but we have never had gas after eating Enfrijoladas. Thank heavens for that! That was probably to much info, but hey, I say it how it is.

See you in the kitchen!

Tina

BEAN SAUCE
2 cans pinto beans ( in water no flavor added)
1/4 white onion
2 cloves garlic
6-8 epozote leaves
salt

1/3 white onion rings to fry sauce in.
Swish of oil

FILLING

1-1/2lb chorizo
1 bell pepper
1 poblano chile
1 serrano chile
1/3 white onion

18-20 white corn tortillas
oil for oil bath

TOP WITH
crema
lettuce
tomatoe
avacado
queso fresco
pickled jalepenos

CONCHAS

2009-03-06T00:53:00.002-07:00

I have so many fond memories when I think about Conchas. Every time we go to visit our Family in Mexico my father in-law makes a special trip to the local Panaderia to purchase some of these sweet treats. I think the thing that makes it so special is that I know he really can't afford to. He just loves us so much that he scraps every peso he has together to buy some. Money has always been very tight for Cesar's family but for them to share even something as simple as Conchas with us is so special. I know it makes his dad so proud to do this for us. After having these a few times I new I needed to learn how to make them. Here is what I have come up with. I hope you enjoy this recipe and find a special way to incorporate making these into a family tradition.

DOUGH
3 tsp yeast
1/2 cup warm water
6 tbsp butter
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
4 cups flour

TOPPING
2/3 cup white sugar
1 stick of butter
1 cup flour

Divide topping in half
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla

Sprinkle cinnamon sugar, white sugar or colored sugar over the top.

These photos were sent in by viewer friend Maricela.
If you want to share a photo of anything you make from this site, please send it and I will post it for everyone to see.

Tortilla Bowls

2009-03-04T22:25:00.003-07:00

This is just a quick little video to show you how easy it is to make your own Tortilla Bowls. These can be used for sweet and savory dishes.

Enjoy!

See you in the Kitchen,

Tina

8 inch flour tortillas

Oil for frying

Cinnamon sugar for sweet version.

Salt for savory version.

PALETAS DE SANDIA CON CHILE Y LIMON

2009-03-02T22:05:00.000-07:00

So I absolutely have a thing for Mexican Paletas. I will never forget one of my trips to Mexico when I discovered the Pina with chile ones. I know, call me crazy but I literally went to every little mercado in Cesar's village and bought them out. I think the people at the stores must have been thinking crazy gringa what is she going to do with all of those paletas? I ate them, every last one. I was a mean mom I didn't even want to share even one of them. Anyways, I decided I needed to crack the secret code to making these. Cesar says "I did it!" I hope you have fun making these and of course eating them. Try any jello flavor with these I know they are all yummy, I've tried just about every flavor combination.

1Tbsp butter
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1Tbsp lime juice
1 3oz package melon fusion Jello
1Tbsp chile pequin powder

ALBONDIGAS

2009-02-19T16:31:00.000-07:00

This is a fun recipe. There are many ways to make these. In fact I have a few of my own ideas I will share in a later post. I really make ever effort to stay as close to authentic as possible with my posts. Sometimes that is really hard for me because I tend to be creative and want to mix things up a bit. This is how my mother in-law makes these. After quit a bit of research I have found that most people like to put a lot of stuff in theirs. These are pretty simple but, the Mexican loves them and it makes him long to see his mother so I know they are the real deal. I always welcome your comments. Since most of my viewers come from youtube they comment to me there. I need to be better and move their comments over to the blog for the bloggers to read. The youtubers always have great suggestions.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

SAUCE
10-12 roma tomatoes
1/3 white onion
2 cloves garlic
salt

swish of oil
1/4 white onion
3-4 cups water

MEATBALLS
1lb ground beef 85%
1lb chorizo
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
5-6 tbsp fresh mint
salt
cracked pepper

2-3 chopped boiled eggs and
uncooked rice to stuff in center of meatballs

15-20 Green olives

GARNISH WITH
Lime wedges
Cilantro

Serve with white rice and frijoles

ULTIMATE TRES LECHES CAKE

2009-01-31T13:01:00.002-07:00

All of us have something that really gets us excited, I'll tell you, for me it's this cake. You may be wondering why I have waited so long to post it. Let's just say I didn't want to share all my best recipes at once. There are many ways you can tackle this,if you're not a round cake fan you can also do it in a 9x13 pan and slice it down the middle and then fill it. Whatever you like. I know you will love this recipe. I usually have a little whipping cream leftover. I just put it in the fridge and we use it to put on top of our hot chocolate.

See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Oven Temperature 350

3 cups sifted all purpose flour
2 cups sugar
Tsp baking powder
Tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 cups Mexican crema
2 cubes butter
4 eggs
2tsp vanilla

3 MILK MIXTURE

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 can evaporated milk
1 can condensed milk

FROSTING

4 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar

FILLING
1/3 of frosting cream
1 small package instant vanilla pudding
1 cup Mermelada de freza (recipe for this is on side bar or you can use store bought strawberry jam.)

6-8 Strawberries for center of cake and garnish
Sprig of mint
Canned mandarins for garnish

TINGA

2009-01-31T08:29:00.000-07:00

I remember the first time I had this. Our family was at a party with friends my husband went to high school with. I distinctly remember this specific dish sitting on the table, I'll be honest, it really didn't look like something I was willing to try. My friend Stacey assured me that I would love it. A little hesitant I took a bite. Boy was she right! I loved it. I'm not a fan of cabbage but I really like this. After the party I had to have Cesar's friend that made it over to the house to teach me how to make it. That was several years ago and we have been loving it ever since. The best part...it's so easy to make!

See you in the Kitchen,

Tina

2lbs chicken (any part you like)
2 cubes Maggie tomato chicken bouillon cubes
Swish of oil
1 white onion (cut into rings)
1 head of cabbage
2-3 chipotle peppers with 2-3 tbsp of sauce from can
1 can petite dice stewed tomatoes
salt to taste
15-20 tostadas
Crema
Hot sauce of choice

ROLES DE CANELA

2009-01-30T18:25:00.000-07:00

Although these are not 100% traditional Mexican they have earned their place on the married to a Mexican site. These are Senor's favorite and if he loves them I know you will. ( He's really picky, but shhhhhh you didn't hear that from me.) I'm so excited for you to try these. If you're not a fan of nuts leave them out, if you like raisins add some before you roll the dough up. Either way you do it I know that you can't go wrong with these. I need to give a little shout out to Phil for teaching me how to make this wonderful dough. You can also use the dough to make some of the best rolls you'll ever have.

See you in the kitchen!

Tina

DOUGH
3 Tbsp yeast
1 Tbsp sugar
1 cup warm water

SEPARATE BOWL
1 cube butter
2 cups milk
1 cup water
1 heaping palm salt

8-10 cups flour

FILLING
1 cube butter (Half per roll.)
2 cups brown sugar (eyeball this to your liking per roll.)
1/4 cup cinnamon ("""""")

FROSTING
8oz cream cheese
2 cubes butter
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tsp vanilla
4-6 cups powdered sugar (This will depend if you like your frosting stiff or runny.)

MERMELADA DE FREZA

2009-01-30T11:48:00.000-07:00

This jam will be so helpful to you. I use this for so many different recipes. My ultimate Tres Leches Cake is one of them and since I will be making that for a birthday that is coming up I thought I should get this posted. I promise you can't go wrong having this on hand. I have several other jams I will share with you later.

8 cups strawberries
16 cups sugar
3 cups water
4 packages pectine (1.75oz size)

TAMALES VERDES

2009-01-29T18:31:00.000-07:00

Hey there! This one has been a request for some time,sorry it has taken me so long to do these. Making tamales is not hard it is just a time commitment. There are short cuts I share in the video to cut some time out,but I still felt I should share the traditional way with you. Making tamales is a act of service and love for those that receive them. In fact I was thinking that some homemade tamales would make a great Valentines gift for the Mexican in your life. Take your time and get the whole family in the kitchen to help you. This is a great weekend project. This recipe will make 25-30 tamales if this is too many for your family to eat place the extras in a zip lock bag and they will keep for up to a month in the freezer.

Good Luck!
Tina

ADD THE FOLLOWING 6 ingredients TO 8-10 CUPS BOILING WATER

1-2lbs chicken breast
1/2 bell pepper
Handful of cilantro
2 cloves garlic
1/3 white onion
2 maggie the chicken cubes

DOUGH

4 cups Tamale meseca
4-5 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup butter
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt

FILLING SAUCE

13 tomatillos
3-4 serrano chiles
2 cloves garlic
handful of cilantro
1/3 white onion
1-2 tsp salt

25-30 corn husks

CARNITAS

2009-01-27T15:03:00.000-07:00

Ohhh Yummy! I can gurantee you will be asking for seconds after you try this. Some people like to do this in a crock pot. I'll be honest, for this one you need to use the oven mainly because you will cook it uncovered for the last 30 minutes. You want the meat to crisp up a bit at the end and with a crock pot this really does not work too well.

See you in the kitchen!
Tina

3-4 Pounds pork butt
4 Cloves garlic
1/2 White onion (half rings)
1 tbsp Seasoning salt
1 tsp Black pepper
1tbsp Oil

SAUCE

6 Tomatillos
Handful of cilantro
1/4 White onion
1 Clove garlic
2 Serrano chiles
Salt to taste

SALSA DE CHILE PASILLA

2009-01-27T14:51:00.000-07:00

Be careful when you make this. The salsa will stain anything that it touches. I have white counters and I spilled some of the salsa on them. I had to use clorox to get it off. It's really good but a little messy.

See you in the kitchen!

Tina

4 Tomatillos
4 Chiles pasilla
1 1/2 cloves garlic
1/4 White onion
Salt to taste

SALSA DE TOMATES ASADOS

2009-01-27T14:08:00.000-07:00

This is one of many salsas that are used as a topping for tacos de pollo, tacos de carnitas and many other popular Mexican tacos. I think this will be a great addition to your collection. I used my pancake griddle when I roasted my tomatoes and chiles on the stove.

Enjoy!

Tina

5 Roma tomatoes
3 serrano chiles
handful of cilantro
1/4 white onion
1 clove garlic
2 pinches Mexican oregano
Salt to taste

NECTAR DE FRUTAS

2009-01-27T13:43:00.000-07:00

Saturday I went for my weekly shopping trip to the Mercado. I can't brag enough about the great deals I find every time I go there. The Oranges were eight pounds for a dollar.... No you didn't read that wrong what a deal! Anyway I thought I should load up on the vitamin C because my kiddies have been sick with colds. Here is a great healthy drink that is sure to become a family favorite. My kids and Senor love this and I know your will.

See you in the Kitchen,

Tina

4-5 Oranges
1/2 cup apple juice
1 peach (sliced)
2- 8oz Mexican style mango yogurts
1 cap full Mexican vanilla (optional)

POZOLE

2009-01-25T18:09:00.001-07:00

Amigos, This meal is the best. It will make your spouse very Happy!!! Sorry for the spelling on the video. I'm not sure how that slipped by me.

PART 1

PART 2

POZOLE

water (fill pot 3/4 full)
2 chicken bouillon cubes ( Maggie)
1/2 onion (half rings)
3 peeled garlic cloves
2 lbs of pork shoulder country style ribs, extra lean(less fat) boneless
3 dry California chiles
5 15 1/2- once cans of hominy
salt to taste
Top with...
3 limes cut into wedges
1/2 cabbage or lettuce
1/2 white onion diced
12 corn tortillas, cut into strips

SOPAPILLAS

2009-01-25T17:23:00.000-07:00

This recipe was sent in by one of my viewers. It's awsome!

Sopapillas

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups warm water

Recipe by: Sonya Rodriguez

TLACOYOS

2009-01-22T15:10:00.000-07:00

I forgot to mention on the video that some people love to add choped onoins over the top. I usually don''t because I am cooking for kids and my little ones don't like onions.

Tlacoyos

2 cups of Maseca
Pinch of salt
2 cups water
Simple frijoles ( see video)
Swish of oil

Top with…..

Simple salsa verde ( see video)
½ onion chopped
½ head lettuce shredded
Crumbled panela

HORCHATA

2009-01-19T21:13:00.001-07:00

This is a very popular drink in Mexico. Horchata is very simple to make and I promise your family will love it.

Horchata

water 6-8 cups (depends on your blender)
1 cup of white rice soaked in water with cinnamon)
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon of Mexican vanilla
1 teaspoon of almond extract
1/2-1 cup of sugar

TRES LECHES CAKE

2009-01-18T23:51:00.000-07:00

What can I say...... Yummy ! Oh baby... sooooo good.

Tres Leches Cake

1 box yellow cake mix (follow the box directions)
Milk Mixture
1 cup sweetened condensed milk ( I use the whole can)
1 cup of evaporated milk
1 cup of heavy cream

Homemade whip cream

2 cups of heavy cream
1/2 cup of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of Mexican vanilla

Top with
1 cup of coconut
1 small jar of maraschino cherries

MEXICAN RICE

2009-01-18T00:08:00.000-07:00

This is a traditional Mexican rice recipe that my husband's mother makes.

Mexican Rice
water
6 Roma tomatoes (depends on size)
1/2 onion (I like white)
3 garlic cloves (depends on size if large use two)
3 tomatoe chicken bouillon cubes
4 tablespoons of olive oil (vegetable oil is traditional)
1 cup of long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon of salt
2 carrots
2 potatoes (whatever you have)

ENCHILADAS VERDES CON POLLO

2009-01-15T23:51:00.000-07:00

This is one of my favorites!

Part 1

Part 2

Enchiladas Verdes

1 rotisserie chicken

5 tomatillos (If small use more)

1 Serrano Chile pepper (like it hot use more)

1 jalapeno chile pepper

1/2 cup of cilantro leaves

1/2 of onion

3 cloves of garlic

corn tortillas (# depends how full you make them)

1 cup of canola or olive oil

1 tablespoon of salt

1/2 pound of Ranchero cheese or mozzarella

1/2 head of lettuce

1/2 cup of sour cream (crema preffered)

1 avocado

AGUA DE TAMARINDO

2009-01-13T18:00:00.000-07:00

Agua de Tamarindo

3 liters of water

6 pods of dry tamarindo

1 cup of sugar

CHICHARRON CON NOPALES

2009-01-11T17:10:00.000-07:00

Chicharron con Nopales

3 large cactus remove thorns
¼ lbs chicharron
1 white onion cut into half rings
2-3 cloves garlic
15 tomatillos
4 serrano chiles
Salt
Swish of oil

PONCHE

2009-01-11T17:06:00.000-07:00

Ponche

3 1/2 liters water
3 cinnamon sticks
3 apples (red delicious not recommended )
1 large orange
4 inch pieces sugar cane cut in stripes
Two handfuls of pitted prunes
¾ cup white sugar
1 lb guavas peeled seeded and quartered ( optional if available where you live.)These can be found in the frozen foods section of your local latin market in the winter.

CHAMPURRADO

2009-01-11T17:03:00.000-07:00

Champurrado

1 cup Maseca
4 cups water
6 cups whole milk
6 oz Mexican chocolate grated ( abuelita)
2 mexican cinnamon sticks

CEVICHE

2009-01-11T15:58:00.000-07:00

I really feel bad I have not put this up sooner. I know that a lot of you were hoping that I would hurry up with this one. I hope you enjoy. This is a winner recipe.
See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Ceviche

½ lb shrimp cooked and deveined finely chopped
½ lb imitation crab finely chopped
4 chopped roma tomatoes
1 peeled chopped cucumber
1 medium white chopped onion
1 chopped avocado ( you can never use to many)
3 serrano chiles
1 cup chopped cilantro
½ cup lime juice
Few dashes of Cholula hot sauce
½ -1 cup Mexican style tomatoe sauce (el pato)
Salt to taste
Tostadas

SOPA DE TORTILLA

2009-01-11T15:54:00.000-07:00

This has to be one of my personal favorites. I love the savory, spicy, and sour flavor of this soup. This soup has a very bold flavor. If you are not acustom to strong flavor this may come as a surprise. Give it a try and tell me what you think.
See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Sopa de tortilla

Swish of oil
½ white onion diced
2 cloves minced garlic
1 chopped serrano chile
1 chopped bell pepper
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp chile powder
½ rotisserie chicken shredded
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup frozen corn
2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
8 cups chicken stock
½ cup lime juice
½ cup chopped cilantro
Pinch of salt

Top with..

Tortilla strips
Oaxaca cheese ( or any white melting cheese.)
Crema (sour cream)
Avocado

BUÑUELOS

2009-01-11T15:50:00.000-07:00

Creating family traditions is so important. These simple, traditional, Mexican cookies will be just the thing to start up the Christmas season. Our family loves these and I know yours will too.
See you in the kitchen,

Tina

Buñuelos

2 cups sifted flour
1 tbsp sugar
¼ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 egg
¼ -1/2 cup milk
Oil for frying
½ cup white sugar mixed with 1 tbl cinnamon

FLAN

2009-01-11T15:44:00.000-07:00

If you're married to a Mexican and you don't know how to make this, now is the time. I think you will be suprised how easy this is. I know you can do it!
See you in the kitchen,
Tina

Flan

6 eggs
11/2 cups whole milk
12oz can evaporated milk
14oz can condensed milk
1tsp mexican vanilla
½ cup white sugar

Carmel sauce

1 cup sugar

SNOWFLAKE TORTILLAS

2009-01-11T15:41:00.000-07:00

What kid won't love these. It's so fun to watch them discover what they can do with a tortilla. I hope you have as much fun making these as we do.
Feliz Navidad!

Tina

Snowflake Tortillas

8 inch flour tortillas
Powdered sugar
Holiday sprinkles
Oil for frying tortillas

DULCE DE LECHE

2009-01-11T15:33:00.000-07:00

This is a winner idea! I know you will love this quick and easy recipe. This would make a great gift.
See you in the kitchen!

Tina

Dulce de Leche

! 14 oz can of sweet condensed milk

MEXICAN STYLE APPETIZERS

2009-01-11T15:27:00.000-07:00

The holidays are just around the corner. Here are a few quick ideas to help you make your gathering a success.
See you in the kitchen!
Tina

BIRRIA

2009-01-11T15:15:00.001-07:00

Just in case my pronunciation was to poor for you to understand. Here are the names of the chilies.
Ancho, Guajillo, and Cascabel. Cascabel is the very hot one. Good luck. I think you will be amazed how easy this is.
See you in the kitchen!
Tina

Birria

Toast and then soak the chilies in 2 cups boiling water
4 Ancho chilies
4 Guagillo chiles
2 Cascabel chilies (I use California when I make this for the kids Cascabel are just to hot.)

2lbs cubed top round beef
2lbs boneless beef rib
¾ white onion
6 sprigs tyme
2 bay leaves
6 cloves of mined garlic
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp Mexican oregano
Ground pepper
Salt
½ cup red wine vinegar
3 quarts water

Garnish with…

Onion
Lime wedge
Chopped cilantro

SIMPLE FRIJOLES

2009-01-11T14:47:00.000-07:00

This is a simplified version of traditional Frijoles. No one will ever know that you didn't spend hours in the kitchen making these. The Mexican in your life will definitely be fooled .
Get cooking!
Tina

Simple Frijoles

Swish of oil
1/3 white onion half rings
2 cloves of minced garlic
2 cans pinto beans
Salt to taste
½ cup chopped Epazote leaves
Sprinkle with crumbled panela cheese

SIMPLE SALSA VERDE

2009-01-11T14:43:00.000-07:00

This is very simple,but very tasty. If you want to kick up the flavor you can add a few pieces onion a clove of garlic and a handful of cilantro. We do it this way as well. Enjoy!
chao,
Tina

Simple Salsa Verde

8-10 tomatillos
1 serrano chile (more if you like it hot)
Salt
¼ cup of water
Jazz it up by adding an avocado to the blender

PAMBAZOS

2009-01-11T14:30:00.000-07:00

Wow! These are such a treat. My kids call these Mexican Sloppy Joe's. So I guess you could say Sloppy Juan. Anyways I know these will be a family favorite. Enjoy! Let me know what you think.
See you in the kitchen!
Tina

Pambazos

6 golden potatoes boiled and cubed
1lb chorizo
½ white onion rings
6 pieces bolio
Top with…
Lettuce
Panela cheese
Avocado
Salsa verde ( see video for this)

CHILES RELLENOS

2009-01-11T14:12:00.000-07:00

This is not a recipe that you would want to fry hours before you plan on serving it. Chiles Rellenos is best when you eat it immediately after it comes out of the fryer. Yes, I know this is not the healthiest dish, but as I always say.... "Everything in moderation and you will be just fine."
See you in the kitchen!
Chao,
Tina

Chiles Rellenos

4- chilie poblanos
4 eggs
1 cup flour
Salt & pepper
11/2 cups white melting cheese ( Sandra likes to use queso fresco)
Oil for frying ( I use canola)

CHILAQUILES DE SALSA ROJA

2009-01-11T14:03:00.000-07:00

This is a popular dish for breakfast in Mexico. I have several different ways I prepare this. Here is one of them. This is the most basic recipe. If you want to add more flavor to this you can add a clove of garlic and a few rings of onion to the blender.
Enjoy!
See you in the kitchen!
Tina

Chilaquiles

20 corn tortillas
10-12 Roma tomatoes
2 serrano chilies
Swish of oil
Salt to taste
2 cups white melting cheese ( I like Oaxaca)

MEXICAN SPAGHETTI

2009-01-09T23:09:00.000-07:00

This is a recipe for my mother- in-law's spaghetti. It's very simple and very delicious. You can't go wrong with this recipe. My children can be picky eaters and they love it. Bear with the video taping Secily was doing it. Someday she will be a pro

Mexican Spaghetti

6 cups of Roma tomatoes
4 cloves garlic (if pieces are big use less)
½ small yellow onion
½ cup water
11/2 tsp salt
Swish of oil
1lb spaghetti noodles
10 oz Oaxaca cheese cubed
12 oz cooked deli ham cubed

ATOLE DE ARROZ

2009-01-09T23:03:00.000-07:00

I have to admit my kids get absolutely excited when I make this. I tend to make this much more often in the fall and winter. Yesterday was the first day of fall and today it's a little chilly outside, so I decided to make this wlth some Pan de Canela. Tonight we will gather around the table as a family and enjoy this treat. The kids can't wait and neither can I.
I will get a video up on the site for the bread soon.
Tah tah for now!
Tina

Atole de Arroz

12 cups water
1 cup long grain rice
1 cinnamon stick
4 cups of milk
1 tsp Mexican vanilla
1 cup sugar

MOLE POBLANO

2009-01-09T21:29:00.000-07:00

This recipe will fool any Mexican into believing you spent all day in the kitchen. Shhhhhh this will be our little secret. What they don't know won't hurt their belly one bit. I did fail to mention during the video that during the 20 minute simmer you need to add a few whole cloves to the pot that you will remove with the cinnamon stick before you blend the sauce in the blender. Also don't forget a pinch of salt.
See you in the kitchen,
Tina

Part 1

Part 2

Mole Poblano

1 yellow onion
1 bell pepper
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
2 tbsp chile powder
½ tsp cinnamon
1 can of diced tomatoes
1 can chicken broth
1 cinnamon stick
2 - 1oz cubes bittersweet chocolate
2 chipotle chilies
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 lime
Salt & pepper
Swish of oil (whatever you like)
16 chicken strips or 1lb chicken ( whichever cut you like)

SOPES

2009-01-09T21:22:00.000-07:00

MMMMM........... All I can say about this recipe is "Yummy! Yummy! Yummy!". Here is a Quick Tip. Sliced radishes would also be delicious on these. The combinations for Sopes is endless. See you in the kitchen.
Chao,
Tina

Sopes

1 1/2 cups of warm water (more if too dry)
2 cups of instant corn flour (Maseca)
Salsa
1 teaspoon of salt
7 tomatillos
1 1/2 Serrano Chiles (more if you like it hot)
Top with...
1/2 pound of cheese (queso fresco)
1/2 head of lettuce (shredded)
1/2 cup of sour cream
1/2 diced white onion ( optional)

SOPA DE FIDEO

2009-01-09T21:19:00.001-07:00

After I finished making this video I had a last minute thought I wanted to share. If you want this soup to take the place of a main dish, you can always add some carrots and potatoes after you add the water. I have made it this way several times. This is also very typical for Mexicans to do. Watch for Aries' disappearing act! It's quite funny!
Chao...... Tina

Sopa de Fideo

6 roma tomatoes
2 cloves of garlic
1/4 onion
2 tablespoons of salt
2 tomatoe chicken boullion cubes
6-8 cups of water
1- 7 ounces bag of Fideo or angel hair pasta
1 tablespoons of vegetable or olive oil
1/2 cup of sour cream or Mexican crema

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB

2009-01-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

Enjoy this quick easy recipe for Mexican style Corn on the Cob. After I made this video I remembered how much my husband loves to crumble and add Queso Fresco to the corn. Just thought I would share that extra tip with you. Tah tah for now..... See you in the kitchen .

Mexican Corn on the Cob

6 ears fresh corn ( boiled)

lime cut into wedges

1/2 cup of mayonnaise

chile powder

queso freso (optional)