If you have never heard of Puerto Rican Coquito around the holidays, then you are surely missing out! I was first introduced to Coquito by my husband's family - celebrating Noche Buena (Christmas Eve) at his aunt's house and was handed a cup of coquito following our meal. I thought it was egg nog (which… Continue reading Puerto Rican Coquito
Category: In The Kitchen
Quick, fun and super easy recipes to feed your hungry family in no time flat.
Puerto Rican Sofrito Recipe
Puerto Rican sofrito is a super aromatic and versatile puree of vegetables that is the secret ingredient for a lot of Puerto Rican dishes, including Carne Guisada and Pastelillos. My mother-in-law always made us big batches to freeze when she came to visit. Because of the pandemic, she doesn't visit us as often (understandably) so… Continue reading Puerto Rican Sofrito Recipe
Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore
It's Fall and that means bring on ALL the comfort foods and crockpot meals! If you need a healthy and quick weeknight recipe that the entire family will gobble up, you're in the right place! I have this super easy Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore recipe for you today! It is a delicious combo of tender,… Continue reading Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore
Walmart Grocery Haul & Meal Plan
I have a budget friendly Walmart grocery haul coming at you this week! I usually give myself $125 a week to feed my husband, two daughters and I but this week I needed to stretch the budget a bit. I typically grocery shop at ALDI first for produce, and see what they have in terms… Continue reading Walmart Grocery Haul & Meal Plan
Back to School 2020 Monthly Meal Plan
Happy September! It's Back to School Time! I think it's safe to say that 2020 has been a hell of a year for all of us, and although it's crazy we're already in September, I am happy to be in the final stretches of 2020. I took a long break from monthly meal planning due… Continue reading Back to School 2020 Monthly Meal Plan
Oven Baked French Fries
Happy Wednesday everyone! I'm coming at ya with another recipe, this time for my fav side, French fries. I don't know about where you are but Spring is definitely trying to stay here in Northeast Pa. It is on the chillier side, but there have been some really nice days mixed in. Yesterday we grilled… Continue reading Oven Baked French Fries