The holidays are just around the corner, and I am here for it. Many of us will be celebrating a little differently this year. This will be the first year we have spent Christmas without extended family, and it is heartbreaking. I always say, to be successful in the kitchen, you don’t necessarily need all…
Month: November 2020
Breakfast Chalupa
It was always an exciting night when I walked into the kitchen and saw the giant sheet pan of golden fried corn tortillas resting on the stove, with my mom poking the future chalupas around her electric skillet full of bubbling oil. I knew that soon they would be smeared with refried beans, ground beef,…
Instant Pot Refried Beans
I love refried beans. I love how versatile they are, how cheap they are, and most importantly, how delicious they are. This recipe is so easy, and makes a TON of beans. I’ll whip up a batch of these when I know we’re having tacos or enchiladas, and we’ll eat them all week. I love…
Easy Gluten Free Enchilada Sauce
Growing up in southeast Texas taught me to be discerning when it comes to enchilada sauce. We never had store bought sauce, mostly because of allergies in the family. I learned to appreciate well made enchilada sauce from my favorite Tex-Mex restaurants. A good enchilada sauce will make the dish taste delicious no matter what…
Gluten Free Dairy Free Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Smash Cake
My younger daughter turned one recently. Like most caregivers, I am in awe that the year has passed so quickly, but because of COVID quarantining and social distancing, it feels like she has been a part of our family for so long. I have gotten a large amount of quality time with her this past…
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