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Recado rojo shrimp make an easy, incredibly flavorful appetizer when paired with guacamole and served in scoop-shaped tortilla chips.

Traditional pork carnitas for tacos take 3 to 4 hours to cook, but with the Instant Pot, they take just one hour! The pork turns out just as tender, juicy and delicious. Happy National Taco Day! Yes, I really am celebrating. I love tacos. Plus, tacos are one of the only foods that my picky-eater-son …

Chorizo empanadas are a spicy, delicious Latin-American-inspired appetizer. Easy to make in advance, they are perfect for parties! We're celebrating the end of summer! Our host, Tamara of Beyond Mere Sustenance, is throwing a Latin American-inspired feast in this edition of Progressive Eats. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, a progressive dinner involves going from …

Looking for a fresh summer cocktail? Try this watermelon coconut mojito, with fresh watermelon and coconut rum. I've been wanting to share this recipe all summer. It's my new favorite summer drink! It's very easy to make and so refreshing. It's a twist on the Cuban classic, the mojito. The mojito combines mint, lime, and …

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with spicy crab guacamole — traditional guac topped with lump crab meat tossed with chile powder. Welcome to Progressive Eats, our virtual version of a Progressive Dinner Party. This month's theme is a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, and our host is Jane who blogs at The Heritage Cook. If you're unfamiliar …

This post and recipe was created for #HalloweenTreatsWeek. I was sent samples by some of the sponsor companies but as always opinions are 100% mine. This recipe is for adults 21 and older and does contain alcohol. Looking for a spooky cocktail for your Halloween party? Try these blood-red pomegranate margaritas! Pomegranate juice blends perfectly …

This post is sponsored in conjunction with AppleWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the AppleWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone. Smoky pork tacos with sweet apple slaw is an easy, delicious dinner. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to be a hit!

Ropa vieja is a Cuban dish loaded with shredded beef and vegetables that traditionally takes hours to cook, but in an Instant Pot, is ready in just over an hour! 

Blackberry lime margaritas have a vibrant color and delicious flavor. Adding lime zest to the simple syrup ensures that the blackberry doesn't overpower the drink's flavor. 

This post was sponsored by Mission Organics and The Daily Meal. All opinions are my own. With a touch of avocado and pineapple slaw for some sweetness, these chipotle lime shrimp tacos are the perfect combination of spicy and fruity!

Authentic barbacoa beef tacos are piled with shredded beef cooked low and slow in chili-pepper spiced sauce, and topped with cilantro, salsa and lime wedges.

Chicken and summer veggie tostadas are loaded with lots of fresh farmers market vegetables and herbs. It's a healthy meal that's easy enough for any weeknight!

Flank steak tacos use a lean cut of beef, tenderized with a chipotle chili-lime marinade, as taco filling in soft tortillas, topped with shredded lettuce and pineapple salsa. 

Mahi mahi tacos with mango salsa and avocado crema are a delicious, easy weeknight meal with lots of spice and summer flavor. 

Snack on baked churros dipped in dulce de leche this Cinco de Mayo! This pastry is traditionally fried, but this slightly healthier baked version is just as tasty.   For Mother's Day two years ago, Dave took me to a Cuban tapas restaurant, and we had a fantastic brunch. The first dish that I ordered was …

Originally published Feb. 11, 2015. Photos updated 7/18/2017. Chicken tacos are spiced with ancho chile powder and topped with cilantro slaw and avocado cream. This delicious meal is ready in under 30 minutes! We're finally getting settled into our new apartment, and getting into a routine. I have finally started meal-planning again. Even though I'm …

"Man Food" is all about big bold flavors, and these chipotle honey lime pulled pork tacos deliver! Make them for the dad in your life this Father's Day! It's almost Father's Day. It seems to be traditional that on Mother's Day, you go out for brunch, and on Father's Day, you stay home and cook …

Have I mentioned that I don't like pineapple? I've tried. I've eaten it quite a few times, thinking maybe I didn't get a "good" one the last time. But sadly, I don't like pineapple. Not on its own. When pineapple is not the dominant flavor, however, I've really enjoyed recipes that include it, like the jerk …