Two hands expertly use a molcajete, the traditional Mexican home cook’s tool, to grind roasted tomatoes, chilies, and garlic into a chunky, vibrant red salsa. In the lower left corner, a black plate holds crispy yellow corn tortilla chips.

What Is a Molcajete? How to Use It Like a True Mexican Home Cook

Using a molcajete is simple, but the order you add ingredients and how you grind them makes all the difference.
Learn what a molcajete is, how to season and use it, and why this traditional Mexican mortar and pestle makes the best salsas, guacamole, and more. Get tips, care instructions, and recipe ideas to use it like a true home cook.
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Learn what a molcajete is, how to season and use it, and why this traditional Mexican mortar and pestle makes the best salsas, guacamole, and more. Get tips, care instructions, and recipe ideas to use it like a true home cook.

Two white bowls filled with black bean soup, white hominy, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and thin onion strips sit on a pink textured surface. Artfully arranged, the bowls evoke a fresh twist on classic pozole.

Black Bean Pozole (Mexican Black Bean Soup)

This black bean pozole recipe is pure comfort in a bowl. It's one of the easiest, most nourishing traditional Mexican soups you can make—and every spoonful feels like a warm hug for your soul.
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About this recipe Nothing beats cozying up with a big bowl of pozole when the weather turns chilly. I always find myself craving hearty, flavorful soups that are easy to throw together, and this black bean pozole checks every box. I have the fondest memories of my grandmother preparing this …

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Healthy and Easy Lentil Salad Recipe (Perfect for Meal Prep)

This vegan lentil salad is packed with vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and nourishing ingredients. Lentils are naturally rich in protein and fiber, and when you mix them with crunchy vegetables and a homemade Dijon vinaigrette, you get a salad that's just as delicious as it is healthy.
This easy lentil salad is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or light dinners—and it’s naturally vegan, plant-based, and gluten-free!
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About this recipe If you’re looking for a simple, delicious way to eat more plants, this healthy lentil salad recipe is for you. It’s packed with fresh vegetables and hearty lentils tossed in a bright, zesty vinaigrette. This easy lentil salad is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or a …

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A hand wearing colorful bracelets holds a small, oval black plate with three almond butter stuffed dates topped with chocolate chips. In the background, there is a blurry gold bowl with a spoon on a white surface.

Almond butter stuffed dates

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious almond butter stuffed dates as a mid-day snack or a sweet and satisfying dessert!
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About this recipe Almond butter-stuffed dates are an easy and nutritious snack packed with flavor and energy-boosting nutrients, making them the perfect midday pick-me-up or after-dinner treat. You can whip up a batch of these sweet and satisfying snacks with just a few simple ingredients in no time. They’re vegan, …

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Ranch Water (The Best Texan Summer Cocktail)

Ranch Water is a traditional Texan cocktail that is refreshing, light and simple. It's a great alternative to sweet and heavy cocktails, and it's perfect for hot summer days or as a refreshing post-workout drink.
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What is ranch water? Ranch Water is the ultimate summer cocktail—light, citrusy, bubbly, and made with just three ingredients. This traditional Texan drink has a margarita flavor but is even easier to make and much lighter. It’s the kind of cocktail you whip up in under a minute, with no …

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Almond Mint Pesto (with a Latin Twist!)

This pasta with mint and almond pesto is flavorful, refreshing, and comes together in under 30 minutes. It's the perfect balance of fresh herbs, crunchy almonds, and a spicy jalapeño kick.
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About this recipe This almond mint pesto is a fresh, vibrant, and bold twist on the traditional Italian pesto. Instead of basil and pine nuts, we’re using mint and parsley for a refreshing herbal base, almonds for crunch, and a touch of jalapeño for a subtle kick. It’s vegan, super …

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A stemless glass sits on a wooden board, filled with a light orange summer sangria. Garnished with thin slices of apple and peach, and topped with fresh mint leaves. Another drink and a clear glass container blur in the background.

Easy Summer white Sangria (No Sugar Added!)

Recipe to make summer sangria, a drink made with rosé wine, slices of seasonal fruit, and mint leaves.
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About this recipe Let’s be honest—sangria sounds fancy, but it’s actually one of the easiest summer drinks you can make. This version is lighter and healthier because I skip the sugar and use sweet, ripe fruit instead. The secret? A mandoline slicer. It makes slicing the fruit super quick and …

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Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Salsa Verde Lentils

These Mexican-inspired loaded sweet potatoes are filled with green lentils simmered in salsa verde and topped with creamy avocado, cashew cream, scallions, and fresh cilantro. A delicious, wholesome plant-based dinner you’ll want to make again and again.
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About this recipe These Mexican loaded sweet potatoes are one of my all-time favorite recipes. Naturally sweet, nourishing, and packed with flavor, they’re the perfect combo of cozy and fresh. Each sweet potato is filled with lentils cooked in salsa verde, creamy avocado, cashew crema, scallions, and fresh cilantro. It’s …

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Receta de tostada ahogada

Mexican Drowned tostada, tostada sinaloense

These tostadas ahogadas are my lightened-up twist on classic deep-fried potato tacos. You get all the flavor, crunch, and comfort—but without the extra oil. A simple and satisfying dish from Mexican cuisine that’s plant-based and packed with veggies.
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About this recipe This easy recipe for tostada ahogada, or Mexican drowned tostada, is my quicker, lighter take on my mom’s famous tacos dorados from Sinaloa. Instead of frying tortillas, we use ready-made corn tostadas and load them up with creamy mashed potatoes, fresh veggies, and a flavorful tomato broth …

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Smashed roasted potatoes with golden, crispy edges are spread on a white plate, evoking classic Patatas Bravas. Seasoned with spices, this Spanish tapas-inspired potato recipe boasts an appetizing, textured appearance next to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Patatas Bravas My Way

These roasted patatas bravas are my quick and easy take on the classic Spanish tapa. Made with crispy smashed potatoes, smoky spices, and a creamy, paprika-rich sauce, this version skips the deep frying but delivers all the bold flavor. Perfect for tapas night, game day, or whenever the craving hits. Ingredients
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About this Recipe This is not your traditional patatas bravas—and I’m totally okay with that. This is my fast, home-cook version of the iconic Spanish tapa. Inspired by many nights of pan con tomate, a glass of tinto de verano or a good sangría… I realized the one thing missing …

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