Kalebondigas

Kalebondigas

Even though my kids are grown (15, 20 & 21) I am still in the habit of sneaking vegetables in meals. Even now as adults they aren’t huge fans of kale so finding creative ways to use them is always a plus. Albondigas are so 

Shrimp & Salmon Cakes

Shrimp & Salmon Cakes

I was cleaning and organizing the freezer, which by the way I try to do at least every other week. It’s nice to keep things orderly and go through what you already have in order to be creative and not over buy. I found a 

Spring Kimchi

Spring Kimchi

My bestie Lauren gave me an amazing kimchi recipe a few years ago… it has since evolved because A. I lost the original recipe and B. Had to Fergie it up a bit! It is light, crunchy and so full of flavor. She also taught 

Barbacoa Pot Roast

Barbacoa Pot Roast

Two words that just belong together! Barbacoa & Pot Roast! It’s a cold day here in Southern California. It was 30 degrees when I woke up around 6:00am. Since I usually make dinner in the morning a Pot Roast sounded about right. I used the 

Zucchini Beef Pie

Zucchini Beef Pie

Nothing better than a recipe that is a main dish and a side dish all in one ! I serve this Zucchini Beef Pie with a huge salad and thats it! It is also great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Also… its great for on 

Chocolate Azteca

Chocolate Azteca

I am so proud of my Mexican Heritage. I was born in the United States but raised with very traditional Mexican traditions, ideas and customs. One of those being… THE FOOD! There is nothing in the world I enjoy more than good, authentic Mexican food. 

Bulgogi Beef

Bulgogi Beef

If you haven’t tried Bulgogi Beef please make this recipe. The combination of ingredients make this beef so tender and succulent. It is so easy to make, you basically throw all of the ingredients in the blender. Place in a container or zip bag and 

Kimchi Style Fried Rice

Kimchi Style Fried Rice

I am obsessed with fermented foods. Especially sauerkraut and kimchi. I can eat ridiculous amounts in one day. I crave the spicy, sour crunch! Well I was really craving kimchi fried rice but I had no kimchi! I decided to try something a little different 

Broccolini with Lemon & Garlic

Broccolini with Lemon & Garlic

Farmer’s market veggies are my Jam! I have to control myself and buy just what I need for the week! This weekend it was raining the entire times I was kind of rushing through before I was soaked. People usually assume that Broccolini is immature 

Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog Roll-Ups

Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog Roll-Ups

Little secret. I love hot dogs! Seriously it’s my favorite part of going to Costco! Well the samples rock too. Unfortunately my body does not care for the buns. I don’t have celiac but I do have some pretty severe sensitivities to gluten. I started