Creamy Pinto Beans with Bacon and Roasted Chili

Instructions Prepare the beans: Soak the pinto beans in 6 cups of water overnight (or at least 8 hours). Drain and rinse. In a large pot, add the soaked beans, onion halves, garlic cloves, bay leaf, and 6 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 1.5-2 hours, […]
Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Instructions: Prepare the enchilada sauce: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute to form a roux. Add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano, and whisk for another 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, […]
Baked Ranch Chicken Wings Recipe

Directions: To Bake Crispy Wings: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets (with a large rim) with parchment paper or foil. Set a wire rack (preferably a nonstick rack, or lightly greased) over baking sheets. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Divide wings between wire racks and spread out in a single […]
Baked Ranch Chicken Wings Recipe

Directions: To Bake Crispy Wings: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets (with a large rim) with parchment paper or foil. Set a wire rack (preferably a nonstick rack, or lightly greased) over baking sheets. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Divide wings between wire racks and spread out in a single […]
Loaded steak ramen

Directions: 1. Add all the broth ingredients to a large saucepan over a medium heat and leave to simmer for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally. The longer it cooks, the deeper the flavour will be. 2. Place the egg in a small saucepan filled with cold water. Place over […]
Spicy Cajun Steak with Creamy Alfredo Pasta

Directions: Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the steak strips with salt, pepper, and half of the Cajun seasoning. Add the steak to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the steak […]
Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Mas

Directions: Prepare the Mash:Cook Potatoes: Place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.Mash Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add milk and […]
potato taquitos recipe

Directions: Combine potatoes and enough water to cover in a large saucepan over medium heat. Boil for 20 minutes or until fork tender. Drain. Mash potatoes in the saucepan with a potato masher. Return to low heat, add milk and bouillon and stir until mixture thickens; approximately 5 minutes. Heat oil in a large skillet […]
Homemade Bacon Refried Beans

Directions: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the bacon and set aside. Reserve 2 Tablespoons of the bacon fat and add to a medium pot. (Alternatively, or if you do not have enough fat, use oil instead). Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat. When hot, add the onion and […]
Avocado Jalapeño Dip

Directions: Step 1 Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Pulse/blend for 15-30 seconds until fully blended. 2 blocks cream cheese 2 avocado 14 oz pickled jalapeños 1 cup sour cream or Mexican crema 3 juice of limes 1 tbsp chicken bouillon OR salt 2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 […]