There is no Mexican fiesta without guacamole…or at least this is what us (non-Mexicans) think. Mexican or not, we love guacamole. This is a very simple recipe (only 5 ingredients), takes minutes to make and it is a lot tastier than store-bought guacamole. Serve it as an appetizer or a nutritious snack anytime. If you […]
Month: March 2017
Hemp Almond Banana Smoothie
I’m always starving after a long run or a mountain bike ride. I get in the house, usually tired, likely muddy, and head for the kitchen. This smoothie is one of my go-to recovery snacks – it’s made of whole foods and offers up protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins. It’s tasty and easy to whirr […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Mexican-inspired soup was a hit at our last Sunday Cooking Collective and it is also an excellent weeknight meal. If you have some chicken stock and leftover chicken on hand it will take you less than 20 minutes to make. If you don’t have any left over chicken you can pick up a small […]
Homemade Corn Tortillas
Although you can buy corn tortillas, they don’t even seem related to these soft, fresh ones….. I can’t take any credit for this recipe, it’s just the instructions on the bag of masa harina (Mexican corn flour). But, I have learned the hard way a few tricks about making these tortillas. And even though it […]
Mexican Fiesta
In the middle of March, with snow falling on the ground (unseasonably for our area!), we decided to cheer things up with the flavours and colours of a Mexican fiesta. The menu: Refried beans, homemade tortillas, guacamole, tortilla soup and chicken mole. The highlight: Making tortillas! You will need a tortilla press, but that’s part […]
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Refried Beans
These are beans, simple and tasty. This recipe was shared to us by a friend, by way of Denmark and Mexico and was part of our Mexican Fiesta Cooking Collective. They’ve got lots of flavour (mmm.. Bacon fat!) and a hint of heat. If you like your beans spicier, try adding chopped jalapeños at the […]
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Chicken Stock
Chicken stock serves as the base in all kinds of soups, stews, risottos and sauces and is a great way to add extra nutrients and flavour to recipes. My Grandma claimed homemade bone broths help cure colds, build strong bones and aid digestion. She was right. When you’re under the weather there is nothing better […]