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The Winning Ingredient to Have Up Your Sleeve This Thanksgiving

At Cacique, we’re proud to call Family one of our Four Pillars – and family’s something we take very seriously, both year round and especially during the holidays. We see the table as a sacred place w...
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What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine 2019

Cacique and I are once again honoring Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine. We’re celebrating the profound impact Mexican cuisine has in America by shining a light on...
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Easy Slow Cooker Mole Chicken

Easy slow cooker mole chicken has such a deep, rich flavor but is made really easy with a blender mole sauce. It’s perfect for tacos, rice bowls, wraps, quesadillas and more! I’m not going to even bot...
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Short Rib Tostadas with Pineapple Salsa and Cotija

Short Rib Tostadas with Pineapple Salsa and Cotija feature melt-in-your-mouth-tender meat paired with sweet and spicy fresh pineapple salsa and bursts of salty creaminess from Cotija cheese. Mexican f...
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Chicken and Chorizo Enchiladas with Chipotle Crema Sauce

If you like it hot, these Chicken and Chorizo Enchiladas are for you! Spicy, delicious, and smothered with the creamiest Chipotle Crema Sauce. They will knock your socks off! Enchiladas are corn (or f...
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Tex Mex Chorizo Migas

I can't wait to share this deliciously satisfying Migas recipe with you. It is a breakfast I have been making since waaaay before I met Mr. Fearless Dining...but I will save that story for another day...
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White Queso Dip with Chorizo

I am so excited to share this ooey, gooey melty cheese White Queso Dip recipe with you. I even added my favorite Cacique® beef chorizo to add some spice and zing! Grab a chip and get ready to satisfy...
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One-Pot Breakfast Chorizo Bake

When you have a large crowd coming over for a weekend breakfast or brunch, you don’t want to spend your early morning prepping, cooking and cleaning. The best solution is doing the hard work the night...
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One-Pot Chiles Rellenos En Arroz Cremoso

Every time I visit Mexico, I return newly inspired and with a collection of recipes to I want to try. During one of my visits to Mexico City, my tía Luisa shared this one-pot recipe with us and it has...
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One-Pot Spicy Chorizo and Potato Hash

Having a big family means that breakfast on the weekends is often considered a main event. It takes a lot to feed a large family. One of our favorite ways to enjoy our breakfast dishes is chorizo and...
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Chorizo Christmas Quiche

Every Christmas morning growing up, my mom would make something special for breakfast. It was something I would always look forward to after the presents, of course! As I grew older, the excitement ce...
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Chayote Potato Gratin

Yikes! Can you believe Christmas is only a few weeks away? It’s time to start planning your holiday menu, send out Christmas cards and begin your holiday shopping list. Wow, I’m already tired. I find...
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Chorizo Potatoes Au Gratin

I can’t wait to dig into some of the delicious Thanksgiving comfort foods this year. All I can think about is moist turkey breast, sweet pumpkin pie and ultra-cheesy potatoes. I mean who doesn’t love...
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Spice Up Your Thanksgiving Sides

Keep the Turkey, but try new twists on your Thanksgiving Sides this season.
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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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Mexi-Style Fondue

Posadas Navideñas is a great time for family bonding and celebration. What better way to get the family together than by hosting your very own posada? If you are looking for great finger foods to impr...
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Cranberry Jalapeno Queso Fundido Dip

The word on my lips this month is THANKSGIVING. It’s simply my favorite American holiday! It already has me daydreaming of pies, turkey, and everything else that comes with it. We're starting this hol...
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Ultimate Macaroni & Cheese Casserole

School’s back in session and so is our routine. My daughters wanted to sign up for so many after school activities that by the time we get home to do homework, we’re all exhausted. Making dinner has t...
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Creamy Plantain Soup

From New Year’s to Super Bowl and Fat Tuesday, it’s already been a tough year for our diets, but we’ve managed to make strides toward a healthier year. Small things matter, such as walking more, eatin...
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Zucchini Soup with Cotija Crisps

I am going full force on this better for you diet here in 2016. I’ve been thinking of more ways to incorporate an abundance of veggies into my family’s meals, without skipping on enticing flavors. One...
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Pumpkin Quinotto with Crema Salvadoreña

Looking for a different and delicious side for your healthy menu? Give this Pumpkin Quinotto a try. Made with nutritious quinoa and pumpkin, it is a wholesome and delicious twist on risotto and super...
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Chile Poblano and Creamy Corn Soup

The Day of the Dead is November 1 and since I want to honor my mom, I decided to prepare her favorite dish, a Chile Poblano Cream Soup made with roasted poblano peppers, sweet corn and the authentic f...
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Roasted Poblano Scalloped Potatoes

Whew! Where did the days go? Thanksgiving’s right around the corner, fall is in full swing and it’s time to talk turkey. Mami officially handed over Thanksgiving a few years ago and I take the passing...
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Sweet Potato Souffle with Nut Crumble

The first time I ever had a sweet potato casserole, was a little over ten years ago. It was the first Thanksgiving I was spending with my boyfriend, now husband, and his family. The sweet potatoes cov...
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