Candied Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients 2 lbs sweet potatoes 2 tsp cinnamon 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 stick butter Pinch of salt 2 tbsp vanilla extract 4-5 tbsp orange juice…
Enchiladas Rojas con Chile Guajillo
Ingredients Sauce 6–8 dried guajillo chiles (stemmed, seeded, softened) 2 dried ancho chiles (optional) 2 garlic cloves ¼ onion 2 medium tomatoes (roasted or boiled) 2 cups chicken or vegetable…
José’s Borracho Beans (Frijoles Borrachos)
Ingredients 1 lb dried pinto beans ½ lb uncooked bacon, chopped 1 small onion, diced 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ancho…
Jose’s Chicharrón en Salsa Roja
Ingredients (Serves 4–6) 250–500g pork chicharrón (cracklings or pork rinds) 4–5 ripe tomatoes (jitomates) 2–3 chiles serranos (adjust to taste) 1 chile guajillo or poblano (optional for depth) 2–3 garlic…
Albondigas
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef 1 cup white rice (uncooked) 1 egg 1 bunch cilantro (divided) 1 medium onion (divided) 1 head garlic (several cloves used) 5 dried guajillo…
Jose’s Calabacitas con Crema
Here’s a classic and cozy recipe for Calabacitas con Crema, a beloved Mexican dish featuring tender squash, sweet corn, and silky crema. It’s perfect as a side or taco filling!…
Smothered Steak
Ingredients: Cubed steak Salt and pepper (to taste) 1 onion, diced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 2–3 cloves garlic, minced All-purpose flour 2 tbsp butter 1 packet brown gravy mix Beef…
Jose’s Champurrado
Champurrado—a thick Mexican chocolate drink perfect for chilly mornings or holiday gathering. ½ cup masa harina or prepared masa 2 cups water (plus more for masa mixture) 1 tablet Mexican…
Caldo de Res
This hearty Mexican beef soup is full of tender meat, sweet corn, and chunky vegetables that make every bite comforting. The best part? There are no rules add as much…
José’s Salsa Macha
Ingredients 2 large ancho peppers 20 chile de árbol peppers 1/2 cup peanuts and ¼ cup peeled sunflower seeds 8 garlic cloves 1 tbsp sesame seeds 2 cups olive oil…