Mini Spicy Pork Chorizo Empanadas
Mini Spicy Pork Chorizo Empanadas
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These Mini Spicy Pork Chorizo Empanadas are some of the most scrumptious and flavorful ever!! Beware when making these… you won't be able to eat just one. 


  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 5 oz fresh chorizo
  • 1/2 cup onion, (diced)
  • 1/2 cup green pepper, (diced)
  • 1/2 cup canned black bean, (rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, (drained)
  • 2 tablespoons El Yucateco Chile Habanero Hot Sauce ((or any other hot sauce))
  • 24 wonton wrappers

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Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp
Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp
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If you love Spanish tapas as much as I do you need to try this  Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp recipe (gambas al ajillo) They’re easy to make, flavorful, and will be ready in 15 minutes or less. 


  • 1/2 cup of olive oil
  • 10 cloves of garlic (peeled and very finely chopped)
  • 3 - 5 red thai peppers (deseeded (optional))
  • 1 lb of shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of white wine
  • 1/4 cup of parsley (finely chopped)

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Instant Pot Smoky Cheese and Potato Soup
Instant Pot Smoky Cheese and Potato Soup
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This Instant Pot Smoky Cheese and Potato Soup recipe is the perfect way to savor cheese with a spoon. This delicious silky-smooth pureed soup is made with tons of smoked cheese, potatoes and a combination of spices that makes it totally irresistible. 


  • 1 ½ cup smoked gouda cheese, (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 4 slices bacon, (chopped)
  • ½ cup onion, (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup carrots, (shredded)
  • 3 garlic cloves, (minced)
  • 4 cups milk ((I used whole milk))
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 lb potatoes, (diced into small pieces)
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped chives to serve ((optional))

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Easy Turkey Fajita Bowl
Easy Turkey Fajita Bowl
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This Easy Turkey Fajita Bowl is fresh, satisfying, and flavorful! It’s loaded with juicy turkey, colorful peppers, and onions, all seasoned to perfection. If you’re looking for a quick and tasty meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes, this Easy Turkey Fajita Bowl is exactly what you need! Plus, they are fun to eat and easy to customize, and everyone can build their own bowl just the way they like it — so it’s guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family!


  • 1 lb Oven Roasted Turkey Breast ((I use store-bought, roasted turkey breast that is fully cooked and ready to eat - See notes))
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil ((such as olive oil, vegetable, or avocado))
  • 1 green pepper, (thinly sliced)
  • 1 red pepper, (thinly sliced)
  • 1 yellow pepper, (thinly sliced)
  • 1 onion, (thinly sliced)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oil ((such as olive oil, vegetable, or avocado))
  • 2 cans (15 oz - 425 g each) black beans
  • 2 garlic cloves, (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 2 cans (15.25 oz - 432 g each) corn kernels
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oil ((such as olive oil, vegetable, or avocado))
  • Optinal: lime juice, salt, and smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, (halved)
  • ½ cup onion, (finely diced (red or yellow onion is fine))
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice ((lemon juice will work too))
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups cooked rice ((see notes))
  • 1 avocado, (sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro, (chopped)

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Easy Skinny Arroz con Pollo
Easy Skinny Arroz con Pollo
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This Easy Skinny Arroz con Pollo recipe is super easy to make! It just has 7 ingredients and it will be on the table in less than 30 minutes!! Only 233 calories per serving.


  • 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup chicken (cooked)
  • 1/2 cup green peas (frozen)
  • 1/4 cup bell green pepper (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

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Easy Instant Pot Beet and Leek Soup
Easy Instant Pot Beet and Leek Soup
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This 20-minute Easy Instant Pot Beet and Leek Soup recipe is chock-full of essential everyday nutrients and crazy delicious. It’s incredibly simple to prepare; perfect comfort on a cold winter day!


  • 2 tablespoons olive oil + more for drizzle
  • 2 shallots, (finely chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves, (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, (minced)
  • 1 large leek, (thinly sliced (white and light green parts only))
  • 1 ½ lb beets, (peeled and chopped (about 6 medium beets))
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons roasted pepitas ((optional) (see notes))
  • sour cream to garnish ((optional))

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Honey Mandarin Roasted Chicken
Honey Mandarin Roasted Chicken
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An unbelievable juicy, tender and delicious chicken perfect for a weeknight dinner, ready in less than 40 minutes!


  • 1 whole roasting chicken (about 4 lb)
  • 3 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup mandarin juice ((see notes))
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 10 oz white pearl onions ((optional but recommended))
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves to decorate ((optional))

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Carne Asada Fries Nachos
Carne Asada Fries Nachos
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These Carne Asada Fries Nachos are easy to prepare, cheesy, and wonderfully savory! Perfect for Game Day, or anytime you want to bring out a crowd-pleasing dish to your table.


  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 oz beer
  • 4 garlic gloves (crushed)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Ancho chile powder
  • 2 lb flank steak or skirt steak
  • 1 lb bag seasoned Waffle Cut Fries (1.25)
  • 1 cup cheese sauce (grated (or more to taste))
  • 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup avocado (diced)
  • ¼ cup green onion (sliced)
  • leaves Cilantro for garnish (chopped)

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Caramel Coffee Float
Caramel Coffee Float
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This Caramel Coffee Float is an indulgent coffee drink packed with ice cream, caramel, and chocolate. A truly caffeinated bliss!


  • Smucker's Sundae Syrup Caramel Flavored Syrup
  • 2 scoops Blue Bunny® Salted Caramel Craze Ice Cream
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup espresso
  • Whipped cream (for garnish (optional))
  • Hazelnuts (Pecan, or Walnuts, chopped, for garnish (optional))

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Chicken and Shrimp Potato Corn Chowder - Chupe de Pollo y Camarones
Chicken and Shrimp Potato Corn Chowder - Chupe de Pollo y Camarones
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The chicken and shrimp potato corn chowder is my mom’s recipe and this delicious soup is considered comfort food in our home. We love it not only because it is delicious and filling but because it reminds us of our family too.


  • 12 cup chicken stock
  • 1 medium onion, (cut into 4)
  • 1/2 green pepper, (cut into 2)
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 1 chicken flavor bouillon
  • 3 large sprigs of cilantro
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 6 medium potatoes, (cubed)
  • 4 medium carrots, (diced (optional))
  • 2 cans (15 oz) kernel corn
  • 2 cans (15 oz) Cream Style Corn
  • 1 lb fresh shrimps (washed, peeled, and deveined)
  • 1 can (7.6 oz) Table Cream
  • ground cayenne pepper ((optional))

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