Cooking with Guajillo Chiles: Join the Challenge!


¡Hola! Reader 👋,

Ready to spice up your cooking? This month’s Challenge Ingredient is Dried Guajillo Chiles, a versatile and flavorful staple in Mexican cuisine. And to inspire you, we’re featuring the iconic Pambazos—a delicious sandwich dipped in guajillo chile sauce and filled with potatoes and chorizo. 😋

Here’s how to join the fun:

  1. Cook with Guajillo Chiles: Try our featured Pambazos recipe or create your own dish using this month’s ingredient.
  2. Submit Your Entry: Leave a comment and star rating on the recipe and email me a photo of your creation (simply hit reply to this email).
  3. Win Big: One lucky winner will receive a $150 Amazon gift card!

🗓️ Deadline: Entries close on April 30, 2025 at 11:59pm PST. Don’t wait—start cooking today!

👉 Cook & Enter the Challenge Now!

We can’t wait to see your delicious creations. Good luck!


¡Buen Provecho! Kate

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