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For the people that have not tried the combination of spice and chocolate, this recipe is...

Whether you’re a savory or sweet breakfast eater, you will not be able to resist this...

This recipe happened totally by accident. I was on a trip in Chattanooga, Tennessee with my boyfriend wandering around...

Confit anything is a minimal labor of love. You’ll find yourself adding this simple ingredient to just about everything...

Can an appetizer be refreshing yet comforting? Because this one would check both of those...

This go-to breakfast burrito gives all the flavors of chorizo without the chorizo. With the addition of harissa in your...

By now I am sure everyone has heard of the infamous, viral TikTok Italian Grinder Sandwich, and if you haven’t, I am so...

No matter what time of the day it is or how old you are, a grilled cheese sandwich is the...

Typically the words decadent and salad do not go hand in hand, however, this salad’s components break all the...

This recipe was inspired by my mom, who is an amazing chef. Our family’s favorite time of the year is Christmas time, and...

This is another recipe inspired by my mom. I distinctly remember her making these chimichangas for the first time when I...

This is one of my favorite recipes I have ever made. It’s the perfect weeknight meal to leave you with enough leftovers...

If you haven’t noticed by now, my mom is the greatest inspiration for the recipes I create! Except with this recipe, I...

Who doesn’t love a pasta salad?? This is the pasta salad you won’t be able to stop...

This simple salad was inspired by an hors d’oeuvre I had in Miami. The fresh flavors in this salad are refreshing with a...

This Starbucks dupe is a simple recreation of the café’s super popular latte. The...

I made this recipe right after Christmas because I didn’t want that holiday spirit to fade. I was still in the mood to...

This combination of lemonade, Topo Chico sparkling water, and Pepitos Chilitos Chile & Limon Salt is thirst-quenching....

This loaf cake offers all the comforts of fall, while still honoring the citrus flavors of summer. The nutty and floral...

This is the type of breakfast that will either have you ready to conquer the day or take a nap. There’s no in between,...

Because some cheese is better when it’s marinated in Mendocino Spices. What’s so versatile about this recipe is that...

This pizza really is “that pizza.” It’s that pizza that looks so effortlessly good, but you don’t know how....

These savory shortbreads are an elegant alternative to chips or crackers, and you’re totally going to want to double the...

Fall offers all the cozy flavors of pumpkin, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Mendocino Spices achieves all those tastes in our...

Pumpkin is a fall flavor I think people either love or despise. The people that love pumpkin I highly recommend trying this...

This recipe is a flavor party in your mouth! Mendocino Spices Meat Blackened Seasoning adds a Cajun flavor that is...

There’s nothing quite like a cold Sunday morning and warming up with some buttermilk pancakes. My dad used to always make...

These green beans offer so much more flavor than you could imagine and maybe even more than a French fry! The Mendocino...

Obviously we had to stay up to date with the TikTok trends and make a butter board for this upcoming holiday season. This...

This recipe you truly must measure with your heart. I know this sounds daunting for some people and even I was a little...

For all the sushi lovers out there, this recipe is for you. Making sushi at home is a task and a half, and it never seems...

In traditional Toluca fashion, we are keeping up with the TikTok trends. And thank goodness we are because this salad is so...

Spicing up your chili oil has never looked so good. This everything bagel chili oil, will surely spice up your breakfast...

This single serving bowl is the perfect addition to your breakfast or lunch repertoire. You get all the textures from the...

This recipe is proof you do not always need fresh ingredients to attain a delicious flavor. Because this salsa verde has...

This is your Thanksgiving’s elevated mac and cheese. With this side we decided to honor the traditional Thanksgiving side...

If you’ve ever had Dot’s Pretzels before, this is a Dot’s pretzel in a pecan. The flavor is salty, mustardy, and...

Thanksgiving is national turkey day, yet the extravaganza of sides. Most Thanksgiving Day sides are overlooked or...

Birria is such an intimidating recipe to tackle because of the amount of ingredients that go into it. I am here to reassure...

This recipe has been a family favorite for years since we started going to the beach. My mom was able to recreate cascabel...

This recipe was luckily a one and done test and success when I made it the first time and my roommate said it was the best...

This recipe for pork and shrimp egg rolls utilizes one of my favorite kitchen tools – the air fryer. For some reason, I...

This is a recipe inspired by a cooking sensation, who is beloved on Instagram for all her home-cooked delicious meals. She...

You have never craved brussels sprouts until you have had them in gratin form. Although brussels sprouts is dubbed as a...

Making homemade mac and cheese is more work than your generic easy mac, but this recipe is worth the labor. What I think...

Around the holidays, green beans are often the obligatory side dish you must put on your plate just to make it look green...

Prepping a large meal for a lot of people can be an intimidating task around the holiday season. If you’re scared of...

Bacon is already so good, spicing it up is not always necessary. However, when it’s the holidays and you’re using bacon...

This salad looks like a Christmas chopped salad because of all the bright colors that pop from the red cabbage, green...

Poaching shrimp is so underrated because it takes less than 5 minutes to cook maybe a whole pound. Cocktail shrimp is also...

Overnight oats are great breakfast to meal prep. These are apple pie flavored and are packed with great nutrients from the...

This recipe is stupid easy to make involving only 3 ingredients. My mom used to make this for me growing up and I found it...

Horchata is a classic Mexican drink consisting of white rice soaked in water, sweetened with cinnamon and sugar. The...

Jalapeño popper dip is a staple during football season. The spicy jalapeños and cheesiness are unrivaled with some cold...

This is unlike your traditional mac and cheese because it’s cacio e pepe flavored, but offers richness, cheesiness, and...

My family and I were first introduced to this chicken salad when we visited London in 2016 during Queen Elizabeth’s...

This chicken was made for spicy lovers! Traditional Nashville Hot Chicken is fried, but this slow cooked version packs the...

Ranch is the staple condiment to have on hand in my house. We put in on everything from salads to tacos to veggies. If...

When I first made this recipe, I doubled all the ingredients because I was working with a seven-pound pork shoulder! The...

Cubans are one of my favorite sandwiches to get out at a restaurant if they offer it. I love the idea of adding even more...

Pizza is one of those meals that never gets old. Opportunities to jazz up pizza when you have all the ingredients around...

Lemon pepper wings are arguably the most coveted flavor of wings because they appeal to the masses. If you’re not a fan...

Football season is upon us, and what goes better with football than a batch of spicy wings. Because these are not your...

New Year’s naturally is the season full of expectations because everyone wants to whip themselves back into shape before...

Bahn Mi sandwiches are derived from Vietnamese cuisine and are loved across almost all cultures. Although the flavors are...

Fish tacos are so underrated because I think they’re prepared faster than a typical ground beef or chicken taco. Biting...

Elevate your fry or potato chip game by whipping up this quick truffle aioli. Having this as a dip on hand will only refine...

Normally I am not a fan of beans but OMG was I a huge fan of this bean dip! This recipe was, of course, inspired by my mom...

When I was prepping this recipe, I was originally going for a queso fundido. Traditional queso fundido is served in a dish...

Pigs in a blanket are a staple Superbowl food. They’re super convenient to prepare and are always a crowd favorite. We...

Poaching is one of my favorite cooking methods to utilize because it’s almost effortless. During busy gatherings where...

Capitalizing off the Hibiscus Poached Pears (linked) we decided to make a delicious libation with the hibiscus syrup....

This pasta has all the typical flavors you would find in a shrimp broil with shrimp and Cajun sausage, but also has a...

I love a recipe that can be interpreted as an appetizer or meal, and these firecracker chicken wraps are one of those...

Making homemade hot sauce sounds like a daunting task, and for some people this might sound silly because, of course, you...

For some reason having a cookie is not enough sometimes. I don’t know if it’s just me, but I crave a soft, chewy treat...

There’s nothing quite like enjoying a crusty warm baguette with a seasoned plate of olive oil. For this Mediterranean...

Do not let your leftover Mediterranean Olive Oil Dip go to waste. Repurpose the leftover oil and use it as a dressing for a...

Most of us have had/heard of the classic shrimp scampi. This scampi dish has all the traditional flavors of garlic, butter,...

Although it’s so easy to buy a can of beans that are ready to eat, it’s worth the effort to make your own. The utility...

Most people that eat meat, tend to plan their meals around a particular protein. It’s an easy habit to fall into but can...

Shakshuka is a delicious, nutritious breakfast or brunch that originates from North Africa and the Middle East. Naturally,...

TikTok was onto something, once again, when they made this recipe viral. It will be extremely hard for me to make potatoes...

Let’s take a moment to thank St. Louis for popularizing such a delicious appetizer. Toasted raviolis are usually fried,...

Occasionally you crave a bowl of salty, garlicky noodles that feel like Chinese takeout. Taking the homemade route is...

Homemade pretzels stuffed with Parmesan cheese and tons of fresh herbs are hands down a crowd pleaser. The secret...

Garlic bread is one of those side dishes/appetizers that is favored no matter how old you are. Sure, buying Texas Toast...

Shakshuka is a delicious yet nutritious breakfast that captures so many different flavors from fresh tomato to spicy chile....

Buying a rotisserie chicken is super easy when you’re already at the store, but the shredding can be a tedious job. You...

When I was younger, I would always groan at mom when she told me we were having pork chops for dinner. The same thing...

Yes, some fast-food chains are unbeatable! But with the aid of Mendocino Spices, we can get close (if not better) than the...

Homemade biscuits are a comfort food that’s typically a fall/winter favorite, but you can truly enjoy these chili cheese...

Snack mix is typically bought at your local grocery store for convenience. But when you’re in the mood for that one...

Rice is a standard side to many weeknight meals. Plain rice is great for leftovers to recreate a new meal like fried rice,...