Over the past three years I’ve become a serious plant enthusiast. Houseplants have brought so much life, color, and joy into my home. Beyond aesthetics, many indoor plants improve air quality and can even boost your mood. If you’re starting a collection, this guide highlights the best indoor plants for beginners and shares simple care … Read more

Servings: 1 Cup Orange Salsa Taquera Orange Salsa Taquera is a vibrant, smoky, and spicy Mexican-style salsa that gets its distinct color and depth of flavor from frying tomatoes, tomatillos, and dried chiles in hot oil before blending. Sesame and pepita seeds add a subtle nuttiness and silky body, while a careful balance of water … Read more

Guatemalan Hilachas Hilachas is a classic Guatemalan shredded beef stew made with a robust tomato and chile sauce, thickened with toasted seeds. It features tender, slow-simmered beef paired with carrots and potatoes, resulting in a comforting, deeply flavored dish that pairs perfectly with white rice and warm tortillas. This recipe highlights simple techniques—slow simmering, toasting … Read more

Instant Pot steel cut oats in less than 20 minutes. This simple pressure-cooker method makes rich, creamy oatmeal with just three core ingredients: steel cut oats, milk, and a pinch of salt. Below you’ll find the ingredient list, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, flavor variations, and storage suggestions so you can customize every bowl. We Love … Read more

This Salsa Escabeche is inspired by a beloved recipe from the cookbook Nopalito and by the jalapeño relish served at a favorite breakfast burrito spot. The result is a bright, tangy, chunky relish that wakes up tacos, burritos, eggs and grilled meats. This version is intentionally mild and balanced: the pickled jalapeños and carrots give … Read more

This easy 7-ingredient pork rub recipe blends sweet and savory flavors to create a versatile, all-purpose dry rub for pork. It’s our go-to seasoning for everything from pork chops and ribs to pork shoulder and tenderloin. The mix is so good we’ve even used it on breakfast potatoes and chicken to add a warm, flavorful … Read more

Servings: 6 Beer-Braised Barbacoa This beer-braised barbacoa delivers fall-apart tender beef richly flavored with ancho chili, garlic, cumin, oregano and a splash of Mexican lager. Slow braising concentrates the spices and creates a smoky, savory braising liquid that clings to shredded meat. The result is classic taco-style barbacoa that’s equally at home on charred corn … Read more

This smoked chicken legs recipe uses a homemade smoked chicken dry rub that makes the legs crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. It’s a straightforward, beginner-friendly smoking recipe that yields big flavor with minimal fuss. Chicken legs are beloved for their dark meat, which stays juicy and packs more flavor … Read more

Servings: 4 Servings Grilled Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Skewers Grilled Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Skewers are tender, juicy, and richly flavored thanks to a simple but effective marinade made from plain Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon, and warming spices like cumin and coriander. The yogurt gently tenderizes the meat while adding a subtle tang that balances the spices and char … Read more

This is the most tender Slow Cooker Pork Loin roast you’ll make. The pork cooks low and slow right on a bed of potatoes, fresh aromatics, and a savory pan gravy. With minimal prep and four hours in the slow cooker, you get a complete, well-balanced meal: juicy pork, creamy mashed potatoes, and a rich … Read more