Hi Reader, If there's one thing I always look forward to making this time of year, it's tamales. And these Cheese and Jalapeño Tamales deserve a place on your Día De Los Muertos menu. Spicy Roasted Jalapeño and Cheese Tamales Get the recipe They're filled with smoky, charred jalapeños and melty cheese, all wrapped in soft, fluffy masa. My favorite way to serve them is with salsa ranchera and a little crumbled cotija on top. One tip from making hundreds of tamales: Beat the masa well. It's the...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, The secret to really good nachos? Layer everything twice. That way, you don't end up with a pile of plain tortilla chips hiding underneath all the good stuff.My Loaded Sheet Pan Shredded Chicken Nachos have salsa-coated chicken, refried beans, and plenty of melty Real California Milk cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Finish with guacamole, pickled jalapeños, and sour cream, and you've got an easy dinner that's also perfect for game day. Get the recipe This post is sponsored by Real...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Pollo Con Crema is one of those Mexican dishes that proves a one-pan, 30-minute chicken dish can also taste incredible! The key is building each layer: browning the chicken, softening the poblano and jalapeño, and finishing the sauce gently with real dairy so it stays creamy, smooth, and balanced. My version uses Real California Milk dairy products for a rich sauce that never feels too heavy. Mexican Pollo Con Crema Chicken Recipe Get the recipe This post is sponsored by Real...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Can I tell you a little secret? I almost didn't share today's recipe. Coconut... in ceviche? It sounded a little too unexpected, and I wasn't sure anyone would go for it. But the more I made it, the more I loved it. The creamy coconut milk mellows the bright lime just enough, while the shrimp stays fresh, tender, and full of flavor. Piled onto crispy tostadas with creamy avocado, it's become one of my favorite summer meals. Funny how the recipes I hesitate over the most often...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Every month I love looking back to see which recipes everyone has been cooking, saving, and sharing. Sometimes an old favorite makes a comeback, and sometimes a brand-new recipe surprises me by climbing to the top. If you missed any of June's reader favorites, here's your chance to catch up. These are the recipes everyone couldn't stop making! June Reader Favorites Churro French Toast Bake Get the recipe 12 Crunchy Jicama Recipes Get the recipe Chicken Mole Poblano Get the recipe...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, The Fourth of July is almost here, which means it's time to fire up the grill, gather your favorite people, and enjoy some seriously good food. If you're still deciding what to make, consider this your game plan. I rounded up some of the MOST POPULAR RECIPES to help you build the ultimate holiday menu! Pollo Asado (Yucatecan Grilled Chicken) Get recipe One reader said: "Yum! This was an amazing recipe. The flavor is off the charts good!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - JennW Instant Pot Mexican Rice Get...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I recently spent the morning walking through avocado groves in Ventura County with California Grown, and let me tell you, it made me appreciate a good California avocado even more. We visited Kimball Avocados in Santa Paula, a family-run ranch tucked into the hillsides, where Rachael Kimball Laenen shared the care, patience, and work that goes into growing their beautiful Hass avocados. Of course, after seeing all those buttery avocados on the trees, I came home craving one thing:...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Father's Day! If you're celebrating today, I hope it's filled with good food and even better company. At some point today, everyone will probably end up outside around the grill. But before that happens, you'll usually find me in the kitchen. I'm blending salsa, slicing limes, warming tortillas, and trying to keep everyone from sneaking chips into the bowl of guacamole before dinner is ready. Some things never change. I love those moments just as much as the meal itself. The...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, May had a few recipes readers absolutely couldn’t stop talking about. Here are the recipes that earned the most clicks, saves, and five-star reviews all month long. If one of these reader favorites slipped past you, now’s the perfect time to catch up. Top Picks This May Carne Deshebrada One reader said: "Love this recipe, am making it for the 4th time😊⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Susan Cilantro Lime Rice One reader said: "This is an awesome recipe! I used quinoa instead of rice and is soooooo...
5 months ago • 1 min read