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Double Bean Quesadillas
Meatless meals don’t need to leave you hungry. These double bean quesadillas are super satisfying because of a double dose of protein. Black beans and pinto beans pair with mild green chiles for added...
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Summer Veggie Skillet
Summer veggie skillet is a colorful, delicious and healthful way to celebrate the bounty of fresh summer vegetables! This easy one-pan recipe has zucchini, peppers, tomatoes and corn and is finished w...
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Grilled Salmon With Cotija Corn Salsa
Internet, meet the easiest summer meal ever. Easiest summer meal ever, meet the internet. Here’s what we’re working with: Wild Sockeye Salmon! Grill it up. All it needs is a little salt and pepper. Co...
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Halloween Stuffed Mummy Peppers
I am so excited to share these Halloween Mummy Peppers with you because they are so cute, I’m not sure I can handle keeping them a secret anymore! So here they are! And even better, they are so easy t...
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Tex Mex Salmon with a Spicy Cream Sauce
Dia de los Muertos may not be something that resonates with most people, but being so close to the Mexican border here, we are pretty familiar with it. This “Day of the Dead” is from October 31st thro...
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Easy Mexican Street Corn
This month just so happens to be Hispanic Heritage Month and I’m excited to be sharing some of my FAVORITE Hispanic recipes with you here on the blog! First up: THIS amazingly easy and so incredibly d...
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Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema
Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema – delicious, healthy and easy tacos loaded with crunchy spicy slaw, a flavorful avocado crema and chunks of grilled tender salmon. We’re in full-on grilling mod...
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Chipotle Pasta Salad
Hopefully you know by now that I LOVE a good pasta salad. That love started with my mom who makes pasta salad for every family get together. It continued as I started experimenting in the kitchen more...
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Fresh Vegetable Pupusas
Pupusas are thick, hand-formed cakes that are made from masa harina (finely ground corn flour). These delicious corn cakes are stuffed with savory fillings like cheese, meat, or beans and lightly frie...
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Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
I love nachos, especially the homemade kind that are loaded with good cheese and fresh ingredients. There is something extra delicious about hot baked nachos right out of the oven with all the extra t...
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Waldorf Chicken Salad with Crema
Here’s a little twist to your traditional recipe for Waldorf salad. Instead of using mayo, we used our delicious and creamy crema Mexicana, plain yogurt and honey for the dressing. This combination is...
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Veggie Platter with Cacique Flavored Sour Creams
This veggie tray is prettier the messier it is—really! The color combo of all the vegetables displays beautifully.
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Mexican Salad Bowl with Cilantro Lime Dressing
It’s a New Year and a New You!! 2018 is here and I know we are planning our resolutions and figuring out what goals we would like to set for ourselves. Many of us may be looking towards a healthier li...
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Cheesy Brown Rice Harvest Bowl
Fall is here and I am ready for all the vegetables this season has to offer. I took some of my favorites and made this no-fuss baking sheet meal. It takes practically no time to prepare and all you ha...
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Creamy Ancho Chile Thai Noodles
One of my favorite things to eat when we go out is Thai food. I find myself craving creamy noodles I always order. So, I decided to recreate creamy noodles at home and have been enjoying them at home...
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Cotija Falafel with Jalapeño Tahini Crema
One of the best experience in life is traveling around the world exploring diverse cultures and cuisines. When I get to a new location, rather than immediately search for a restaurant, I’ll hit the st...
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One-Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken With Quinoa
I love to cook, but I hate, hate, HATE doing dishes. Yes, I do put my five kids to work on dishes after dinner, because honestly, one dishwasher does not cut it in this household. They’re often just a...
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Kale and Quinoa Salad
When the temperature starts to rise, the last thing you want is another hot meal. This Kale and Quinoa Salad is perfect if you are craving some fresh ingredients. It’s super easy to make, delicious, a...
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Tropical Bionico
I can’t think of anything more summery and tropical tasting than this bionico, tossed in mixture of Cacique® Yogurt Smoothie Pina Colada flavor and chia seeds. Then topped with granola and coconut, th...
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Overnight Chia with Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie and Muesli
If you are looking for an on-the-go breakfast treat that is just as delicious as it is nutritious? Then look no further. Overnight chia is easy to prepare the night before and there is no cooking invo...
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Piña Colada Smoothie Bowl
Smoothie bowls are a great way to start your day. You can have a wonderful, protein filled, cereal and fruit, snack. This Piña Colada Smoothie Bowl is no exception. I made it with Cacique® Piña Colada...
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Grilled Vegetables with Creamy Chipotle Dip
Hello grilling season! It’s time to dust off those grills, head outside and host a party on the patio. Whether you are hosting a big crowd or simply enjoying family time grilling is one of our favorit...
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Citrus Beet Salad with Jalapeño Avocado Crema
Citrus season is a time that I think should be celebrated as much as winter, spring, summer or fall! These beautiful, juicy fruits come to us when the weather is cool and the sky is grey, brightening...
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Crudité Platter with Spicy Crema Salvadoreña Dip
This dip has been in my family for literally as far back as I can remember. On any given day, it was always on the table. If relatives were coming to town, if there was a birthday party, holiday, or f...
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Shrimp, Cheese, and Mango Tapas
When one gets together with friends, it’s always a good idea to have something nice to snack on, because there is nothing more pleasant than having good conversation while eating delicious food. Now i...
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