Crockpot Pinto Beans (with or without soaking)
The slow cooker makes magic with meats and beans. In general, it works a lot better with ingredients that are hard and take a long time in the stove to soften. These Crockpot pinto beans are a must! How to cook pinto beans in the slow cooker without soaking? As you probably know, when cooking […]
Read MoreHealthy Banana Blueberry Muffins
Craving for something sweet but healthy at the same time? This banana blueberry muffins are the answer. And besides, they are super easy to make. It’s just an all-in-one recipe 🙂 Did I also mention that it is simple, super yummy, low in sugar and one of the best breakfast to go ever. You can […]
Read MoreMexican Chori-Pollo
Mexican Chori-Pollo is one of the easiest taco fillings that you can find. It also works as an ethnic main dish if served with rice and avocado. Only 20 minutes and done! My long affair with Mexican food hasn’t always been like this. I used to dislike Mexican food when I was younger. But my […]
Read MoreBaked Bbq Chicken Thighs
These baked bbq chicken thighs is a staple dish in my house for two major reasons: easy to make and delicious to eat. I’m all in about recipes that require almost zero prep time and that allow me to use a lot of shortcuts to get a well-rounded dinner without all the fuss. These […]
Read MoreShrimps and Chickpea Soup
This shrimps and chickpea soup is one of the soups that I like to make the most in my house. It has a lot of Mediterranean flavors: bay leaf, thyme, and fresh garlic. It is a rich and chunky soup — my favorite type —- that has bold flavors and a lot of personalities. You […]
Read MoreProtein Banana Bread Muffins
As a banana bread lover, I can’t avoid falling in love with these protein banana bread muffins. They are a fluffier and healthier version of the classic banana bread. Check out my other banana bread recipes: Banana and chocolate chips bread Banana and nut bread Using the classic banana bread batter you can add as […]
Read More15 Minutes Crack Slaw
This is the easiest and quickest recipe for a crack slaw. This keto friendly meat with cabbage and a lot of oriental flavors are here to stay. It’s a quick dinner idea that takes less than 15 minutes! What is crack slaw? Crack slaw is an Asian stir fry that consists of ground meat — […]
Read MoreEasy Mushroom Risotto
This is the easiest and creamiest mushroom risotto recipe that I know. Risotto can be quite challenging for novice cookers but this recipe makes the process way more simple. I really enjoy earthy flavors that may seem so simple but turn out to be comforting to my palate. I learned to make this meal when […]
Read MorePasticho (Venezuelan Lasagna)
Pasticho is the Venezuelan version of Italian lasagna. Layers of pasta, bolognese sauce, bechamel, mozzarella cheese, ham and topped with a lot of parmesan cheese. A scrumptious, indulgent and filling dinner. Pasticho Sundays were my favorite days at my “Tia Meche’s” house — my aunt Mercedes’. And the recipe comes directly from my grandma. My […]
Read MoreCrockpot Apples with Cinnamon
These slow cooker apples with cinnamon are a spiced and buttery easy dessert that will warm your heart — and your belly. Apple and cinnamon, the ultimate comfort sweet flavor combination. It’s also one of my favorite ingredients to mix. My famous apple and cinnamon bread is just another example of my all-time affair with […]
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