Have you ever wanted to learn how to make sope shells? All it takes is three simple ingredients and a little bit of practice. You know what I love about cooking with masa? It’s forgiving. If your dough comes out too dry, you can simply add more water (a little at a time) until you get the right consistency. If it’s…
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I can remember the exact moment that I first tasted a cooked chayote. It was at a barbeque when I was about nine or ten years old. My Tio’s friend who was manning the grill asked me if I wanted one. I had no idea what they were but I’ve never been one to shy away from something new –…
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Making a quick shrimp tostada appetizer doesn’t get any easier than this. It’s one of the easiest appetizers to make because the ingredients are so simple and easy to find. Especially in California. It’s enough to serve at a small gathering as an appetizer or have it for dinner at home all by itself. You can definitely serve it with…
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It’s official! The Eagles and Patriots are headed to the big game on February 4, 2018. Are you ready for the showdown? Yeah, me neither. Party planning has never been my forte. Lucky for us non-party-planning folks, we have thousands of ideas at our fingertips on the interwebs. Today I’m sharing 15 Game Day Party Ideas that are simple, kid-friendly,…
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A great way to use up those Thanksgiving leftovers is to make empanadas. These Ham and Veggie Empanadas with Cranberry Sauce are seasoned with salsa negra and soy sauce. It has been years since I’ve made empanadas. The last time I made them I bought the dough pre-made at a Mexican grocery store in the bay area that is made…
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Have you ever heard of the Olive Oil Commission of California (OOCC)? I hadn’t heard of them either until I attended a learning excursion put together by the Internation Food Blogger Conference (IFBC) and Cobram Estate. They taught me and other IFBC attendees all about the process of making extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), and how to quickly spot good…
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There’s something to be said about the love for salsa verde that some people like myself have. Seriously, I can have it twice a week, with leftovers, for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and still be as happy as a kid in a candy store. I love it so much that I have six different posts using salsa verde. Each one has its…
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Hello! I'm Stephanie - Author & Content Creator for Spanglish Spoon. This blog is all about my cooking endeavors with a little bit of life and familia thrown in the mix.Read More..
