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About
Recipes
- Weeknight Dinners
- Sweets
- Breakfast
- Salads
- Dips
- Soups
- Veggies
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Breakfast
Soups
Veggies
Sweets
Mexican
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Salads
Beverages
Dips
Drinks

Real food. Big flavor. Inspired by culture. Made for everyday life.

Homemade Mangonada Recipe

A bowl of yellow split pea soup with herbs sits on stacked plates. Next to it are a glass of red wine on a coaster, a piece of bread, and a folded napkin with a spoon and fork, all arranged on a light-colored table.

One-Pot Split Pea Soup (No Soaking Required)

Easy Chilaquiles rojos Recipe

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A bowl of yellow split pea soup with herbs sits on stacked plates. Next to it are a glass of red wine on a coaster, a piece of bread, and a folded napkin with a spoon and fork, all arranged on a light-colored table.

One-Pot Split Pea Soup (No Soaking Required)

A blue bowl filled with Mexican Cabbage Soup (Caldo de Repollo), topped with a cilantro leaf, sits on a white surface. To the side are a plate of fresh cilantro, lime wedges in a small bowl, and a white and green striped cloth napkin.

Mexican Cabbage Soup (Caldo de Repollo)

A bowl of creamy zucchini soup topped with cucumber slices and red pepper flakes sits on a white surface beside a bowl of sliced cucumbers and crumbled cheese, with a brown napkin and spoon nearby, all lit by natural sunlight.

Zucchini Leek Soup (Simple & Creamy)

Tres pequeños cuencos con asas azules de sopa de cebolla vegana, cubiertos de queso fundido y pan, reposan sobre una servilleta blanca con dos cucharas de plata a su lado sobre una superficie de mármol claro. Una ramita de tomillo adorna los cuencos.

French Onion Soup (Easy, Delicious with a vegan option)

A baking sheet holds seven whole, unpeeled sweet potatoes of varying sizes and shapes, perfect for baked sweet potatoes or trying new sweet potato recipes. The metallic, ridged sheet sits on a light-colored background.

All about Baked Sweet Potatoes

Three bowls of colorful quinoa salad, featuring chopped veggies like red bell pepper and green herbs, are arranged on a white surface. Reminiscent of Cauliflower Fried Rice, the salad is garnished with cilantro, with wooden chopsticks beside one bowl.

Cauliflower Fried Rice (Easy + Healthy)

A rustic green bowl holds Spicy Mexican Potatoes—baby potatoes coated in a reddish seasoning. Next to the bowl on a pale surface are whole dried red chilies and scattered chili seeds, hinting at their fiery flavor.

Papas a la Diabla (Spicy Mexican Potatoes)

A blue bowl filled with roasted broccoli florets, chopped pistachios, and pieces of what appears to be caramelized onions or dried fruit makes this Charred Broccoli Salad shine. A small dish of more pistachios and a striped towel sit nearby on a white surface.

Charred Broccoli Salad (Roasted-Style) with Dates, Mint & Pistachios

Homemade Mangonada Recipe

A beige plate holds six neatly stacked Mini Apple Tarts made of glossy, caramelized apple slices, each garnished with a green herb sprig. The plate rests on a folded cloth, with a large spoon and stacked dishes in the background.

Mini Apple Tarts (Easy Muffin-Tin Recipe)

A glass pedestal dish holds a pile of crispy, golden-brown homemade apple fritters dusted with powdered sugar. Chunks of apple peek through the fritters. Nearby, stacked ceramic plates hold part of a fritter. The background is light and minimal.

Apple Fritters (Easy, Homemade & Perfectly Crispy)

A marble surface with chocolate almond biscotti stacked on a white rectangular plate, scattered nuts, two glasses of red wine, a spoon with cocoa powder, and a small bowl of chocolate chunks in the background. Crumbs and biscotti pieces are scattered around.

Healthy Chocolate Almond Biscotti (Vegan & Dairy-Free)

Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti)

Two bowls of garlic mushroom pasta with sautéed vegetables, garnished with fresh herbs, sit on a light gray textured surface. Each bowl is accompanied by a fork and a napkin with red stripes. Two glasses of red wine are placed beside the bowls, adding to the elegant yet casual dining setup.

Garlic Mushroom Pasta with Chile Guajillo

A large orange bowl of delicious Japchae, featuring stir-fried Korean glass noodles intertwined with sliced carrots, vibrant bell peppers, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, and sesame seeds. The backdrop is a textured light stone surface with a small black dish of sesame seeds nearby.

Korean Glass Noodles Recipe (Japchae)

Three bowls of colorful quinoa salad, featuring chopped veggies like red bell pepper and green herbs, are arranged on a white surface. Reminiscent of Cauliflower Fried Rice, the salad is garnished with cilantro, with wooden chopsticks beside one bowl.

Cauliflower Fried Rice (Easy + Healthy)

Receta de ensalada vegana, ensalada mediterranea, ensalada de garbanzo y frijol negro.

Mediterranean Chickpea and Bean Salad

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Everyday Italian salad

A bowl of Emerald Kale Salad with shredded cabbage, chickpeas, and herbs sits on a marble surface. A block of Parmesan cheese on crumpled brown paper and black salad servers are nearby, creating a bright and fresh Hillstone-inspired scene.

My Version of Emerald Kale Salad (inspired by Hillstone)

A blue bowl filled with roasted broccoli florets, chopped pistachios, and pieces of what appears to be caramelized onions or dried fruit makes this Charred Broccoli Salad shine. A small dish of more pistachios and a striped towel sit nearby on a white surface.

Charred Broccoli Salad (Roasted-Style) with Dates, Mint & Pistachios

Homemade Mangonada Recipe

Easy Chilaquiles rojos Recipe

Two bowls of garlic mushroom pasta with sautéed vegetables, garnished with fresh herbs, sit on a light gray textured surface. Each bowl is accompanied by a fork and a napkin with red stripes. Two glasses of red wine are placed beside the bowls, adding to the elegant yet casual dining setup.

Garlic Mushroom Pasta with Chile Guajillo

Un frasco lleno de vibrantes cebollas rojas mexicanas encurtidas reposa sobre un paño doblado con tonos beige y melocotón, sobre una superficie de mármol claro. Una lima cortada por la mitad cerca agrega frescura a la composición. La vista superior resalta la textura y el color intenso de las cebollas.

Quick Mexican pickled onions

A woman in a blue puff-sleeve shirt sits on a white kitchen counter. In front of her are a silver vase with white hydrangeas and a bowl of lemons, limes, and oranges. The bright, modern kitchen has a wooden cutting board and utensils in the background.

I’m Alejandra—a Mexican cook, mom, and flavor lover living in Houston.

I share real food with big flavor, inspired by my culture and everything I’ve picked up along the way. Most of what I cook is plant-forward, designed with flexitarian families in mind — always made for everyday life and meant to bring us together at the table.

Mexican Favorites

A partially eaten red popsicle with a wooden stick rests on a speckled beige plate. Dried purple flower petals are scattered on the light gray textured surface beside the plate. The scene is bright and minimalistic.

Watermelon Paletas with Hibiscus Chamoy & Chile (Jamaica Enchilada Style)

Grilled sweet plantain halves topped with diced strawberries and drizzled with a creamy sauce create a delightful Mexican dessert. A cup of extra strawberries and a spoonful of sauce accompany them. In the background, a small glass with more sauce sits gracefully on a saucer.

Plátanos Macho con Leche Condensada

A small plate holds a halved sweet bread roll dusted with sugar, showing its soft interior. Next to it, a larger plate displays more sugared rolls. In the background are brown decorative spheres and clay pottery, all set against a dark surface.

Authentic Day of the Dead Bread (pan de muerto)

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Chile de arbol salsa

BREAKFAST

4-Ingredient Banana and Açaí Ice Cream (Vegan, Dairy-Free, 5 Minutes)

A loaf of bread in a cast iron pan.

No-Knead 3-Ingredient Bread (Crusty, Soft & Beginner-Friendly)

Easy overnight oats

Bowl dulce para desayunar, un desayuno de campeones fácil y rápido.Avena con crema de cashews

Creamy vegan oats Sweet breakfast bowl

SoUPS

sopa de lentejas rojas

Red Lentil soup with coconut milk

A bowl of creamy bean soup topped with crispy tortilla strips sits on a wooden plate. Nearby are a spoon on a gray napkin, extra tortilla strips, a dish of dark chili pieces, and a gray pitcher, all on a light surface.

Crema de frijol, Mexican Creamy Bean Soup

Sopa de brocoli con chips de shitake

Broccoli soup with homemade shiitake mushroom crisps

A bowl of creamy pozole verde with radishes and shredded lettuce on top. Nearby are small bowls filled with chopped onions, spices, and lime wedges. A woven basket is in the upper left corner, while one lime wedge and a corn chip are scattered on the white surface, adding a classic twist.

Creamy Pozole Verde Recipe, a twist on a classic

VeGGIES

small potatoes with chipotle peppers

Mexican potatoes with chipotle lime juice

Two white bowls filled with garlicky mushrooms rest on a wooden board. The larger bowl features mushrooms garnished with herbs, while the smaller plate holds a baguette slice topped with mushrooms. Additional bread slices are beside the bowls, set against a light gray background.

Mexican Garlicky Mushrooms (champiñones al ajillo)

Mexican fruit cup

Mexican Fruit Cups (With Chamoy and Tajín)

Smashed potatoes with kimchi-mayo

SWEETS

A glass pedestal dish holds a pile of crispy, golden-brown homemade apple fritters dusted with powdered sugar. Chunks of apple peek through the fritters. Nearby, stacked ceramic plates hold part of a fritter. The background is light and minimal.

Apple Fritters (Easy, Homemade & Perfectly Crispy)

A person holds a plate with a slice of powdered sugar-topped cake. In the background are round loaves of vegan Day of the Dead bread, a bouquet of red flowers, two cream-colored candles, and a framed black-and-white photo of a child walking away.

Vegan Pan de Muerto (Authentic Mexican Sweet Bread)

Three vibrant orange popsicles with embedded red strawberry slices and a hint of mango rest atop a bed of crushed ice. One popsicle has a bite taken out of it, revealing its creamy texture. The sunny yellow background enhances the bright, refreshing look of these fruity treats.

Mango Strawberry Paletas (Mexican Ice Pops)

Black bean brownies

DINNER

CAULIFLOWER BANH-MI

vegan stuffing

Vegan stuffing with leeks and kale

On a light surface, three bowls of spaghetti with tomato sauce and grated cheese are arranged. Each bowl contains a fork. Above the bowls, there is a small plate with extra grated cheese, ready to serve. The well-lit scene highlights the textures of the pasta, and the fennel seeds add an aromatic touch.

Tomato Fennel Pasta

flautas de papa

Flautas de Papa (Vegan Potato Flautas Recipe)

salads

An oval copper platter holds an Avocado Grapefruit Salad with grapefruit slices and avocado wedges, sprinkled with crushed pistachios and drizzled with shallot vinaigrette. The bright colors are artfully arranged for a fresh, vibrant presentation.

Avocado Grapefruit Salad with Pistachios and Shallot Vinaigrette

Brussels sprouts salad with avocado and salt.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lime & Avocado (Easy + Vegan)

Farro with roasted cauliflower and romesco salad

Receta de ensalada de colecitas de bruselas con aderezo de chipotle y maple.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Winter Salad with Smoky Maple Chipotle Dressing

DRINKS

Tres frascos de pomelo fresco y jengibre sobre una superficie gris texturizada, con un pomelo partido por la mitad y un trozo de jengibre cerca. Destaca el vibrante color naranja del jugo.

Ginger grapefruit wellness shot

A refreshing strawberry horchata in a clear glass, filled with ice and diced strawberries, topped with a whole strawberry on the rim. The drink is served with a glass straw, on a light plate

Strawberry horchata (horchata de fresa)

horchata matcha

Matcha horchata

agua de jamaica (Hibiscus Tea )

appetizers

A bowl of creamy Lemon Hummus with mint, drizzled with olive oil and garnished with chopped herbs, sits on a light surface. Beside the bowl, a halved lemon and a fresh sprig of mint highlight its smooth texture and swirl pattern.

Lemon Hummus with mint

A person is dipping a plate of vegan salsa into a plate of salsa.

Onion Dip- Super easy Vegan Onion Dip

A spoon lifts a dollop of gooey, dark chocolate peanut butter from a full mason jar set on a small cream-colored plate. Peanut pieces are scattered on the gray countertop. The background features a white hexagonal tile pattern.

3 Ingredient homemade chocolate peanut butter

Sriracha sauce

Home-made sriracha sauce (vegan recipe)

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