Are you looking for a few recipes that you can cook from your food storage? The recipes I’m sharing are easily made from all of those item in your working and long term pantries. You’ll love the peace of mind that comes from knowing your family will be fed, no matter what happens. Check out these top food storage recipes that are sure to be family pleasers! 1. Southern Cornbread… Continue Reading
Crock Pot Red Beans and Rice
Whether you have a craving or you’re trying to save a little money, Red Beans and Rice are a staple in a lot of households. This recipe will show you how to turn an ordinary recipe into something super delicious! Red Beans and Rice can be made by themselves or as a side. There are so many things you can do with this recipe, and it’s a great way to… Continue Reading
So Easy Cuban Black Beans
Hearty black beans in a spicy tomato sauce served over some white rice, what could be better? These Cuban style black beans are so easy to make, you’ll add them to your weekly menu! I love my neighbors. They are the most kind, generous people I have ever met. Well, except for my previous neighbors, who were really great to be neighbors with. I have been fortunate that everyone I… Continue Reading
Top Favorite Cinco de Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a fun celebration of the Mexican victory over the French army. Here are some delicious recipes to help you celebrate and enjoy the day. Back in 1862, a very large French army was defeated by the much smaller Mexican army. This day gave the Mexican army some much needed morale boost during the Battle of Puebla and it slowed the French army’s advancement towards Mexico City…. Continue Reading
Easy Chicken Recipes
Chicken is one of the most versatile meats. It can go from casseroles to sandwiches, and even as the main star of the recipe with ease. These easy chicken recipes are family friendly, and will make your weeknight dinners quick and delicious!
Barbacoa Chili with Cachete De Res
Authentic Tex Mex flavors starts with authentic foods. This barbacoa chili uses cachete de res, real beef cheek meat, for the base. The result is a thick, hearty, chili that is full of deliciousness. Living in Texas has given me a whole new love of different foods. Sure, there is common comfort foods like biscuits, bread, pasta, and such. But, true Mexican food is now one of our top “go… Continue Reading
Authentic Barbacoa Tacos
Tender, tasty, and full of flavor, authentic barbacoa is easy to make and works great in tacos, chili, sandwiches, and more. You’ll love these juicy authentic barbacoa tacos! After moving from the Midwest to the Southeast part of Texas, I discovered that tacos were basically a food group here. Taco trucks, small taco restaurants and more were to be found on every single corner. They were not “Americanized” tacos, either…. Continue Reading
Easy Refried Beans in the Instant Pot
Perfect for filling tacos, burritos, dipping tortilla chips, and as a side dish, these homemade refried beans are easy in the Instant Pot. Taco night can happen any night of the week when you have anInstant Pot. You can use it to make cilantro lime brown rice, blackbeans, and more. My favorite part of making food in the InstantPot is the mainly hands off cooking approach that is like a… Continue Reading
How To Quick Soak Beans
If you forgot to soak your beans overnight, you can still have them recipe ready quickly with this quick soak beans method. I like to have different kinds of dried beans on hand. Beans are a healthy way to stretch meat, or go without meat at any meal. They have loads of fiber, and are so versatile in so many recipes. However, beans generally need to be soaked overnight in… Continue Reading
Potato, Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Tacos
All the flavors of the Southwest in one easy breakast dish! You’ll love how easy these breakfast tacos are to make! Ah, tacos. It seems to me that nearly anything can be made into a taco now. Take a flour tortilla and stuff it with just about anything from seasoned ground beef and hot sauce to black beans. But, scrambled eggs in a taco? You bet! Add some delicious chorizo… Continue Reading