Family Recipes
Simple, delicious dishes for everyday family meals
21 recipes
Agua de Jamaica
A refreshing Mexican drink with a rich ruby color, tangy hibiscus flavor, and gentle sweetness.
Vanilla Atole
A thick Mexican corn drink made with milk, vanilla, and piloncillo — warming, with a silky, creamy texture.
Bean and Cheese Gorditas
Warm, thick corn cakes filled with soft mashed pinto beans and stretchy Mexican cheese — a homemade take on the popular Mexican street food.
Guacamole
Fresh Mexican guacamole — ripe avocado mashed to a texture with tender chunks, with juicy tomato, white onion, cilantro, hot chili, and lime juice.
Guacamole with Garlic
A classic Mexican dip made with ripe avocado, fresh lime, cilantro and hot chili pepper — creamy, flavorful and ready in just a few minutes.
Elotes — Mexican Grilled Corn
Juicy corn cobs with a golden charred crust, a creamy dressing, salty cotija cheese, chili, and fresh lime — a classic Mexican street food snack.
Black Bean and Cheese Enfrijoladas
Soft corn tortillas rolled with filling and generously coated in a velvety black bean sauce, served with queso fresco, cream, and onion.
Esquites
Juicy kernels of young corn, simmered with epazote and chili, then served with lime, mayonnaise, and crumbled Mexican cheese.
Mexican-Style Calabacitas with Corn
Juicy zucchini with tender corn, tomatoes, onion, and fresh cilantro — a simple homestyle Mexican dish with vibrant vegetable flavor.
Frijoles de la Olla
Tender Mexican pinto beans, slow-cooked in a fragrant broth with onion, garlic and epazote.
Mexican Rice Pudding
Creamy Mexican rice pudding with raisins and a warm hint of cinnamon, delicious served either warm or well chilled.
Molletes
A Mexican breakfast of crusty bolillo rolls, creamy refried beans, melted cheese and fresh pico de gallo.
Nachos with Dips
Crispy corn tortilla chips baked under a layer of melted cheddar with black beans and jalapeño, served with guacamole, sour cream and tomato salsa — a favorite Mexican party snack.
Nopales with Egg
A traditional Mexican breakfast with tender nopales, eggs, tomatoes, onion, and fresh cilantro.
Rajas con Crema
A Mexican dish of charred poblano pepper strips, sweet corn and silky crema — smoky, creamy and pleasantly spicy all at once.
Sopes
Soft corn cakes with a crisped pinched edge, filled with creamy refried beans, cheese, lettuce and spicy salsa — a classic Mexican antojito.
Huevos Rancheros
A classic Mexican breakfast featuring crispy corn tortillas, fried eggs with runny yolks, a smooth bean puree, and a thick, spicy ranchera salsa.
Chilaquiles Verdes
Crispy corn tortillas quickly simmered in a bright tomatillo-serrano salsa, served with eggs, crema and Mexican fresh cheese.
Chilaquiles Rojos
A Mexican breakfast of crispy corn tortilla chips in a rich tomato and chili sauce, topped with egg, cream and fresh cheese.
Churros with Chocolate Sauce
Crispy golden churros made from choux pastry, rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with a thick chocolate sauce for dipping — a classic Mexican dessert.
Mexican-Style Eggs
Juicy scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onion and green chili — a simple Mexican breakfast served with tortillas.