You’ve heard of the oat milk craze, I’m sure, but Sesame Seed Milk (Horchata de Ajonjolí) needs to be on your list of recipes to make. Pronounced or-CHA-tah day oh-hone-ho-LEE, this plant milk is nutty, creamy, and simple to make. Since this milk is basically a pantry recipe, you never need to worry about not having…
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Ponche Frozen Custard (Mantecado de Ponche)
Ponche Frozen Custard takes a childhood drink, or curse in my opinion, and turns it into a dessert you’ll be happy to eat. Think of it as an edible malted shake, and you have a general idea of what this classic recipe is all about. You wouldn’t know it by looking at me today, but…
Spiced Apple Cider in the Slow Cooker
This Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Cider is an easy recipe for adults and kids to assemble and enjoy. It’s a simple recipe that elevates straight apple juice or cider to epic flavor proportions. I’m winding down my “cold weather” recipes here. Not that I won’t post more, mind you, I’m just trying to taper them…
How to Make Coconut Milk at Home
Here’s a quick “tute” all about Coconut Milk. How to make it. Why you should make it. And what you can use it in when you make it. Besides being creamier and more refreshing than that stuff in a carton or can, fresh coconut milk is easily customizable to add (or not) flavorings you might be keen…
Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Iced Tea)
One of the recipes I became obsessed with while living in El Paso, Texas, was Agua de Jamaica, or hibiscus iced tea. The tea was served at most (if not all) taquerias throughout the city. Its ability to cool even the spiciest of salsas and chilies made it a staple. My version of the beverage…
Watermelon Italian Soda- Refreshing for Summer
I could drink a Watermelon Italian Soda every single day. In fact, I often do. I can pronounce all of the ingredients and make it with little effort, so, why not? Plus, I always have what I need to make them. The simple syrup is made from fresh fruit juice and sugar. Afterwards, seltzer water…
Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie- Just 4 Ingredients!
The base to the easiest smoothie consists of fruit and yogurt. What kind of fruit? That’s up to you. What kind of yogurt? Again, that’s your call. Since I know the ends and outs of quick breakfasts that aren’t too complicated, I’m going to hand over as many suggestions as my little brain holds. After…
Vitamin C Bomb Smoothie: Drink to Your Health
Vitamin C Bomb Smoothies are probably the tastiest way to increase your daily intake of vitamins. I mean, without that nasty, vitamin-y after taste, that is. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is friend to very few chefs, and I’m no exception. Personally, I think they involve themselves in too much of our day-to-day…
Mango Lassi with Rosewater and Cardamom
Do you need a break from the world (I’m looking at you “the Media”) right now?!? ‘Cause I sure as heck do. Most of your kiddos have started classes again and I’m sure the days are starting to run together. Well, in case they are, I’m sharing one of my favorite, easy-to-make, easy-to-drink morning meals….
Cucumber-Lime Agua Fresca (Fresh Water)
HOOOOOMYGOSH!!! It is sooo hot and humid in San Antonio. I know I’m only 2 1/2 hours south of where I was living for the past 4 years, but DANG!!! It’s sweltering here! Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca AKA fresh water AKA juice AKA “help-me-survive-this-heat-wave” will get us all through these dog days of summer. Four…
