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Tostadas de Frijoles (Bean Tostadas)

Tostadas de frijoles or bean tostadas are super easy and delicious! You can have them ready and on the table in just 30 minutes. This recipe uses homemade tostadas but you can easily replace them with store-bought ones. Tostadas Mexicanas (Mexican tostadas) are something we have on an almost weekly basis as they’re incredibly easy …

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Fresas con Crema (Mexican Strawberries and Cream)

If you love strawberries, you have to try fresas con crema. It’s a Mexican strawberries and cream dessert that’s perfect for the summer time! Now that it’s May it is officially strawberry picking time here in Kentucky. There’s nothing better than fresh picked strawberries. They’re always very red, juicy and flavorful. So much better than …

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Sesame Seed Milk (Leche de AjonjolĂ­)

Sesame seed milk also known as “leche de ajonjolí” in Spanish is a delicious way to make horchata using sesame seeds. This version of horchata is popular throughout Puerto Rico and El Salvador. This drink can be made with or without dairy and can be sweetened according to your liking. I’ve been totally obsessed with …

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Agua de Tamarindo (Tamarind Agua Fresca)

Agua de tamarindo is an easy and delicious beverage you must try! It’s very refreshing and it’s something the whole family will enjoy. What does tamarind flavor taste like? The tamarind fruit has a very unique sweet and sour taste. In beverage form it’s super yummy! Tamarind is popular throughout Mexico and in parts of …

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Arroz con Leche Mexicano (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Arroz con leche Mexicano or Mexican rice pudding is a delicious recipe that can be served for dessert or for breakfast. It’s loved by both kids and adults. If you enjoy the flavors of horchata then you’ll definitely love this delicious arroz con leche Mexicano. My whole family absolutely loves this creamy arroz con leche. …

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Molletes Recipe (Cheesy Beans on Toast)

You’re going to love this delicious molletes recipe! Molletes consist of bolillo bread rolls that have been sliced open, toasted and topped with refried beans, cheese and pico de gallo. Molletes are basically the Mexican version of the British cheesy beans on toast. It’s an easy recipe that everyone will love! Another great way to …

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