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Alejandra Graf

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

A bowl of Creamy White Bean Chili with chunks of avocado and cilantro garnish sits on a napkin with an orange border. Nearby, lime wedges and cilantro rest on a dark plate, while broken tortilla chips are scattered on white marble.

Creamy White Bean Chili with cauliflower

Three short glasses filled with a yellow-orange drink and ice cubes are arranged on a light surface. Each glass has a chili powder and salt rim, and visible chili peppers float inside the beverages.

Why I’m skipping strict rules this January and choosing mocktails instead

A plate of Chilaquiles Rojos topped with red salsa, melted cheese, sliced onions, chopped cilantro, and cream. Crispy tortilla chips peek through. A bowl of onions and a striped cloth napkin are nearby on a white surface.

Chilaquiles Rojos (A Very Different, Very Delicious Method)

A gray oval plate holds star-shaped Hojarascas, traditional Mexican cinnamon cookies dusted with cinnamon. Several cookies are scattered around the plate, while bundles of whole cinnamon sticks add a rustic, festive touch to the scene.

Hojarascas (Traditional Mexican Cinnamon Sugar Cookies)

A person holds a stone plate with a taco filled with seasoned meat and herbs, squeezing a lime wedge over it. Another plate with more lime wedges sits below on a bright surface, making this scene as inviting as your favorite overnight oats recipe.

15-Minute Mexican-Inspired Weeknight Dinners (When You’re Too Tired to Think)

A plate with wedges of purple radicchio drizzled with bold, Creamy Parmesan Dressing and garnished with chopped herbs. A gold fork and beige napkin sit beside the plate, while more dressing glows in soft natural light. Easy elegance on display.

Creamy Parmesan Dressing (Easy, Bold, Ready in Minutes)

A glass jar filled with golden, crunchy granola hecha en casa and raisins sits on a cloth. A wooden spoon rests nearby, with granola spilling out onto the surface, creating a rustic and inviting scene with a light, neutral background.

Healthy Homemade Granola

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 skillet filled with ground beef, diced potatoes, tomatoes, and vegetables sits next to a plate with two stuffed tortillas topped with orange sauce—an inviting choice for cozy meals. A small bowl of sauce and warm tortillas are nearby on a white surface.

Holiday Recipe Round-Up: Easy, Cozy Meals for a Full House

Two roasted spaghetti squash rings, inspired by Cacio e Pepe and seasoned with herbs and cheese, sit on a dark plate with a fork atop a turquoise cloth napkin. A tumbler of golden liquid rests on a coaster at the upper left.

Spaghetti Squash Cacio e Pepe

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Real food. Plant-forward with options for all.

This is cooking for real families with different ways of eating. You’ll find vegetarian and plant-forward recipes, plus flexible options to make each dish your own. And while AleCooks isn’t only a Mexican food blog, it’s where my Mexican roots shine through in bold, plant-forward recipes full of flavor.

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