Tacos are one of the best things in the world! I live in a state with a high Hispanic population and I get irrationally excited about finding authentic and killer new restaurants to visit. I love finding new and inspiring flavor combinations and I fell in love with a vegan taco that I found at one of those local spots. I was determined to make my own version of those tacos and ended up with these Vegan Roasted Pepper Tacos! I am not always wanting meat but strive to find vegetarian ... continue reading...
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Hummus with Red Pepper
This Hummus with Red Pepper is ready in just minutes! A delicious homemade hummus that is great to serve up as an appetizer or snack. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a classic for a reason! The smoky, sweet flavor from the red peppers is a delicious way to flavor a classic hummus dip. Should I Remove the Bean Skins? This is a complete personal preference. I like the texture of the garbanzo bean (chickpea) skins, plus the added nutrition, so I leave them on. You can remove ... continue reading...
Cajun Roasted Chickpeas
Cajun Roasted Chickpeas are a simple spicy snack recipe with a homemade seasoning blend. This post contains affiliate links. Cajun Roasted Chickpeas are incredibly simple to make and a great entertaining recipe. I like to make them in advance and use them for a simple go-to appetizer for friends. This recipe has been one of the favorites so far because the flavor is so unique and bold. Cajun seasoning will not taste like gumbo, since gumbo has additional seasonings in it. But ... continue reading...
Spicy Cocoa Espresso Roasted Chickpeas
These Spicy Cocoa Espresso Roasted Chickpeas are inspired by steak seasonings that mix cocoa powder, espresso, and cayenne together. This post contains affiliate links. Chickpeas are also called garbanzo beans, which is what I called them growing up. Most commonly, I see and hear "garbanzo beans" and have never seen a can that says "chickpeas" but we will stick with the "chickpea" naming in this recipe as that is how roasted chickpeas are known. Spicy Cocoa ... continue reading...
How To Roast Peppers
One of the most magical parts of Mexican and Latin food for me is roasted peppers! Whether they are in a sauce, salsa, or a dish itself, the flavors of a roasted pepper are amazing! Learn How To Roast Peppers for all of your favorite Mexican and Latin recipes! This post contains affiliate links. This process works for all sorts of peppers. I tend to use poblanos the most for a lot of recipes because they have a lot of great flavor with a mild heat, so I can eat a LOT of them! Check out ... continue reading...
Creamy Roasted Poblano and Lime Enchilada Sauce
A simple sauce full of flavor, this Creamy Roasted Poblano and Lime Enchilada Sauce recipe is a unique and delicious addition to your favorite Mexican food! This post contains affiliate links. I love my Smoky Chipotle Enchilada Sauce but have been wanting to make another sauce that was green and pepper-focused for a while now. Roasted poblano peppers are full of flavor with a mild heat so they are the perfect foundation for this sauce. Just a few ingredients will make this ... continue reading...
Roasted Poblano Lime Crema for Taco Night
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FronteraExperience #CollectiveBiasThis Roasted Poblano Lime Crema is made using roasted poblano peppers, lime juice, and sour cream for a simple and flavorful sauce that is perfect with your favorite Mexican meals. I love using this sauce on so many different Mexican food meals. It is fast and simple to make which makes it perfect even for simple meals and entertaining. The ... continue reading...
Pork Medallions with Creamy Peppercorn Mushroom Pasta
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RealFlavorRealFast #CollectiveBiasI am so excited to share this recipe with you all! I am always on the hunt for fast and easy recipes that still taste amazing. These Pork Medallions with Creamy Peppercorn Mushroom Pasta are just that! The pasta pairs SO WELL with this Smithfield® Roasted Garlic & Cracked Peppercorn Tenderloin. The pork has a little kick ... continue reading...
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa
Making your own salsa is incredibly easy. It is so fast and simple, allowing you to make it taste exactly how you want it to. Total control over customization!I am typically a fan of the traditional, red salsas, but I love to change things up and this Roasted Tomatillo Salsa is perfect! The tang of the tomatillos that you find in salsa verde is enhanced through the roasting process. Have you discovered tomatillos yet? They are those odd small, green things that look a little like tomatoes ... continue reading...
Roasted Vegetable Pizza
Homemade pizza is a very, very special thing. One of my favorites is this Roasted Vegetable Pizza.Now you might be thinking...veggie pizza? BORING! Just throw veggies on, bam! Done! But no no no, that is not the same thing as this spectacular Roasted Vegetable Pizza. The key word here is ROASTED. The veggies go in the oven with a little oil, salt, and pepper until they start to brown up with brings out a little caramelization of their natural flavors and transforms them into little nuggets ... continue reading...
Roasted Poblano Sweet Corn Hummus
I am a recent hummus convert and have become completely obsessed with the stuff in the last few years. This Roasted Poblano Sweet Corn Hummus is one of my favorite new flavors! I think part of the reason why I was so quick to jump on the hummus bandwagon was that I started eating it by making my own and not eating the ones you can get in the store. I knew it would be easy to make (and it soooooo is!) and homemade always tastes a million times better. Plus! You can experiment with flavors ... continue reading...
Roasted Hatch Chile Hummus
Roasted Hatch chiles are one of my favorite things and I am always looking to incorporate the peppers into new recipes. Roasted Hatch Chile Hummus has become one of my favorite ways to eat them as well as the favorite hummus recipe in the house. If you are not lucky enough to have access to the fresh peppers, you can used the canned version. But if you do live somewhere that gets these beauties, stock up on them in the fall when you can! We spend an afternoon peeling and ... continue reading...
Roasted Poblano Salsa Verde Green Enchiladas with Chicken
We love our Mexican food in this house, and these Roasted Poblano Salsa Verde Green Enchiladas with Chicken are right up there as one of the favorites. If I am ever running through dinner ideas, I know that if I mention these, I might as well stop there! These Roasted Poblano Salsa Verde Green Enchiladas with Chicken are a great change of pace from the typical red enchilada sauce. The tomatillos give it a great tang and the roasted peppers provide a depth and smokiness. ... continue reading...
Hatch Green Chile Pico de Gallo
Take it up a notch! This Hatch Green Chile Pico de Gallo is your favorite fresh and chunky salsa with diced green chiles for extra flavor. This fresh tomato salsa is SO good! I was inspired by my popular classic pico de gallo recipe which is requested SO often for parties and events. Paired up with my love of Hatch green chile peppers instead of jalapenos, and this Hatch Green Chile Pico de Gallo is a fun twist! What are Hatch Green Chiles? Hatch Green Chiles are a little ... continue reading...
Hatch Green Chile Queso Fundido
This Hatch Green Chile Queso Fundido is a fast and delicious appetizer or game day recipe packed with cheese and Hatch chile peppers! This post contains affiliate links. I love cheese and am also obsessed with Hatch chile pepper recipes. So once I discovered queso fundido, I know a Hatch queso fundido was in the cards. This queso fundido receta (recipe) is easy and keto low carb, plus gluten free, which makes it great for a crowd and game day. What is Queso Fundido? I ... continue reading...
Vegetarian Chile Relleno Quesadilla
This Vegetarian Chile Relleno Quesadilla is a fun and fast Mexican recipe. Perfect as a snack, lunch, appetizer, or even dinner, these quesadillas use the same great flavors of a chile relleno in a new way. This post contains affiliate links. Mexican food is one of my favorites, especially when it is centered around roasted peppers and fresh flavors. Chile rellenos are one of my favorite things to make, but they can be tedious and time consuming. So I have been on a mission to find new ... continue reading...
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Barbacoa Tacos
Tacos are pretty much one of the best foods. Ever. Need something quick for dinner? These Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Barbacoa Tacos are perfect! Barbacoa is a meat such as beef that has been slow cooked with some spices and seasoning, then shredded. I love using this shredded beef for tacos, but it is also fantastic in enchiladas or quesadillas. You could even make it into a Mexican salad! This post contains affiliate links.Slow ... continue reading...
Vegetarian Hatch Green Chili
This Vegetarian Hatch Green Chili lets the flavor of the fresh roasted peppers shine! Make it as a meal on its own, or use it as a sauce! This post contains affiliate links. Something about the fall and football season makes me want to cook this Vegetarian Hatch Green Chili every Sunday. We are lucky enough to have pepper stands throughout the state in the fall and the smell of the peppers roasting is intoxicating! I stock up on two or three bushels to make sure that I ... continue reading...
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New Additions to the Recipe Collection Greek Pasta Salad Simple Macaroni Salad Roasted Tomatillo Salsa New in Travel Preparing for an International Trip Preparing for a trip is stressful enough, let alone the added tasks and steps that need to be completed when traveling internationally. And traveling internationally is a completely different experience. You are walking into a world of possible different languages, currencies, traditions, laws, customs, and so on! I have ... continue reading...
Pesto Turkey Burgers
These Pesto Turkey Burgers have become one of THE most popular hamburgers in this house! Packed with a basil pesto and complimentary Italian flavors, this burger recipe is a great way to celebrate the summer! Turkey Burgers Recipe As soon as the warm weather hits, we LOVE to cook outside on the grill as much as possible! These Pesto Turkey Burgers were made for family that wanted to avoid beef and red meat, and I thought the combination of Italian flavors with basil pesto would be ... continue reading...
Green Chile Cornbread Casserole
Kick up your corn casserole by making this Green Chile Cornbread Casserole! A perfect side dish for any holiday that takes just minutes to assemble. Mexican Corn Casserole So my Green Chile Creamed Corn was a surprisingly huge hit when I posted it, especially around the holidays! So when I ventured into corn casseroles, I knew I needed to make a version that used the same flavors. This corn recipe highlights three different kinds of corn while incorporating roasted chile peppers ... continue reading...
Thanksgiving Stuffing with Cranberries, Kale, Pecans, and Wild Rice
Make your Thanksgiving side dish recipes exciting with this Thanksgiving Stuffing with Cranberries, Kale, Pecans, and Wild Rice! Thanksgiving is my absolute favorite food holiday! In our family, even though we are a bunch of cooks, we keep it traditional and the exact same food every single year. But I always host a Friendsgiving to experiment and do fun, unique Thanksgiving recipes! This Thanksgiving Stuffing with Cranberries, Kale, Pecans, and Wild Rice has been my ... continue reading...
Ranchera Salsa
This Ranchera Salsa is a delicious homemade salsa recipe! Made with fresh tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, onion, garlic, and more. Ranchera Salsa I have been loving making salsas with fresh tomatoes and ingredients. One of my favorites is my Salsa Chile de Arbol. In comparison, Ranchera Salsa is full of just fresh flavors while Chile de Arbol has a smoky, roasted flavor to it from the dried peppers it uses. What is ranchera sauce made of? These are the ingredients in this ... continue reading...
Hatch Pork Green Chili
This award winning Hatch Pork Green Chili is one of my favorite soups to make! This post contains affiliate links. Pork Green Chili Something about the fall and football season makes me want to cook this Pork Hatch Green Chili every Sunday. But honestly, I also crave this chili on a regular basis, even in the summer. The flavors are so fresh and bright that it works all year round. Looking for a vegetarian version? Check out our Vegetarian Hatch Green ... continue reading...
Mashed Butternut Squash
This Mashed Butternut Squash is a simple side dish perfect for Thanksgiving, the fall, and holidays. Made with earthy flavors for a gluten free and keto low carb recipe. Savory Mashed Butternut Squash Squash is one of the ultimate fall foods but it is typically made using sweet flavors. This Mashed Butternut Squash is made with savory sage and spices for a delicious side that works as a potato or starch substitute. It can easily be made vegan by using vegan butter for a ... continue reading...
Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts
These Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts are loaded up with the same great toppings of a potato skin in a healthy vegetable format! Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts These smashed brussels sprouts are SO good! I whipped them up as an easy side and everyone loved them, including people that are not a big fan of brussels sprouts. What makes something "loaded?" Well, like a loaded baked potato, it means lots of butter, cheese, sour cream, bacon, and chives (or green onions). Someone said ... continue reading...
Grilled Chicken Legs with Cajun Dry Rub
Grilled Chicken Legs with Cajun Dry Rub are perfect for summer grilling! A simple homemade spice blend that you can make as spicy or mild as you want! This post contains affiliate links. Grilled Chicken Legs with Cajun Dry Rub These Cajun chicken drumsticks are just delicious! I have fallen in love with making dry rub recipes for meats on the grill. The dry rub almost makes a light, thin crust on the chicken that traps in the moisture and provides great ... continue reading...
Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Bring the restaurant home with this Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken! Pasta is tossed in a creamy garlic sauce with spinach, red peppers, garlic, and chicken. I really love finding restaurant dishes that I love and trying to recreate them at home as close as I can, especially with Copycat Olive Garden recipes. This Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken may not be on the menu any more, but you can recreate it at home! Pasta Noodles So the classic Olive Garden ... continue reading...
Salsa Chile de Arbol
Salsa Chile de Arbol is a fast, easy, and fresh tomato salsa. Perfect as a dip or condiment to your favorite Mexican recipes! Chile de Arbol Salsa is named for the peppers it uses. What I love most about this recipe is how incredibly fast and easy it is to make with a ton of flavor! When I served this up the first time, it was raved about! Which is hard to do, since my Pico de Gallo is a fan favorite. You can use this fresh salsa as a topping for your favorite Mexican foods like ... continue reading...
Copycat Maggiano’s Tuscan Mussels
These Copycat Maggiano's Tuscan Mussels are a fast and easy Italian seafood recipe perfect as an appetizer or main course! Mussels are cooked with beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil in a white wine sauce. Mussels Recipe I just love Maggiano's! It is a smaller chain Italian restaurant that has a lot of unique food. These Copycat Maggiano's Tuscan Mussels are one of their popular appetizers! Something I love about seafood is how incredibly fast it cooks. You can have an amazing ... continue reading...
Creamy Balsamic Dressing
This Creamy Balsamic Dressing is a delicious homemade salad dressing. Dairy free, keto low carb, and gluten free. I just love vinaigrettes but sometimes they can feel a little oily or even disappear into a salad due to how thin they are. This Creamy Balsamic Dressing is a delicious alternative packed with lots of flavor! Not only does it have a strong balsamic taste that you love, but it is also thick and easily coats your salad. Creamy but Dairy Free This Creamy Balsamic ... continue reading...
Hatch Green Chile Guacamole
This Hatch Green Chile Guacamole is a fun twist on a classic! This post contains affiliate links. I am a huge fan of guacamole, and also anything Hatch green chiles. This Hatch Green Chile Guacamole is a delicious and fun way to highlight the green chile peppers in a yummy dip. Using the green chile powder is optional, but I find that it really brings a depth of flavor to the guacamole. This way, you are getting some of the green chile flavor throughout all of the ... continue reading...
