The Last Word is one of my favorite cocktails. There are many variations on this gin drink, but my favorite is with mezcal. Yield: 1 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 3/4 oz lime 3/4 oz Green Chartreuse 3/4 oz Mezcal 3/4 oz Luxardo How to Make It
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Spanish Beans Dish
This recipe is from my fiancée’s family. Spanish Beans Dish Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. of Spanish beans (typically found at a Farmer’s market or Spanish store) 4 russet potatoes, into quarters 8 oz. pancetta 1/2 tbsp sweet paprika 1/2 tbsp spicy paprika How to MakeContinue reading “Spanish Beans Dish”
Mezcal Margarita
This recipe is from Chris on TikTok. Yield: 1 Servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients 2 oz Mezcal 0.5 oz orange liquor (I prefer Grand Marnier) 0.5 oz simple syrup 1 oz lime Salt for rim How to Make It
Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
Yield: 1 Serving Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 0.5 oz Mr. Black coffee liquor 1.5 oz vodka 1.5 oz espresso 0.5 oz pumpkin simple syrup How to Make It Note: Pumpkin spice simple syrup is made by adding pumpkin puree, spices, water, and sugar into a small saucepan over low heat. Stir and cook forContinue reading “Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini”
TikTok Smoked Mac and Cheese
This delicious mac and cheese recipe is from TikTok. TikTok Smoked Mac and Cheese Yield: 8 Servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ingredients 1/2 lb. each for cheddar, colby jack, smoked gouda, mozzarella, and gruyere cheese, in cheese block 6 cups large elbow pasta 1 stick of butter 3 tbsp flour 1/2Continue reading “TikTok Smoked Mac and Cheese”
Black Pepper Jalapeño Basil Chicken Stir Fry
I absolutely love this recipe from Half Baked Harvest, although I put a little twist on it to add more spice. It’s also a super easy recipe to make! Black Pepper Jalapeño Basil Chicken Stir Fry Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Coconut Rice 1 (14 oz) can coconutContinue reading “Black Pepper Jalapeño Basil Chicken Stir Fry”
Air Fryer Falafel
In efforts to make a vegetarian version of my greek turkey meatball recipe, I decided to try falafel. This recipe is based off of Ela Vegan’s recipe. Air Fryer Falafel Yield: 25 Balls Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 2 cups (400g) dried chickpeas 5 garlic cloves, chopped 1 small onion, choppedContinue reading “Air Fryer Falafel”
Roasted Veggie Hummus Wrap
Roasted Veggie Hummus Wrap Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 white onion 1 zucchini 2 hatch chiles 1 small eggplant 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper 1 lb of pre-marinated chicken (see Note 1) 1 pacakge lavash bread 1 container of hummus Optional Toppings: kalamata olives, fetaContinue reading “Roasted Veggie Hummus Wrap”
Spanish Paella
Paella is a classic grilled rice dish from Spain that can be made with a variety of vegetables, seafood, and meat. While it is not super easy to make, it is delicious and is sure to please! Spanish Paella Yield: 6-8 Servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ingredients ¾ to 1 lb.Continue reading “Spanish Paella”
Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Cabbage Slaw
I love making shrimp, but I can never cook it right. This recipe is incredibly quick and easy, and is based off of Gimme Delicious’s Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Cabbage Slaw recipe. Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Cabbage Slaw Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Shrimp 1 pound shrimp peeled andContinue reading “Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Cabbage Slaw”