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Cinco de Mayo: A Tribute to Mexican-Inspired Flavors!

I think it’s no secret around here that Mexican inspired flavors are by far my favorite ones to whip up in the kitchen and place onto my dinner table.


Easiest Ever Cheese Enchiladas

There’s something about the cuisine that just captivates me…


Mexican Chicken Soup for a Crowd

Perhaps a love of all things spicy coupled with an affinity towards fresh, bold yet simple, comforting flavors.


Yucatán-Spiced Chicken w/ South of the Border Orecchiette Salad

And ever since this little read I just can’t seem to get enough!


Mexican Chicken and Potato Stew topped w/ Spicy Slaw

There’s so many fabulous ideas for south-of-the-border eats aside from the usual taco and enchilada too… 


Mango Ricotta Enchiladas

Although who doesn’t love a good twist on that ol’ classic?! ;)


Mexican “Lasagna”

Mexican cuisine is truly so much more. And I just.can’t.seem.to.stop!


Huaraches w/ Chicken & Refried Beans

So here are a few of my favorite Mexican-inspired eats, right outta my kitchen to yours…


Mexican-Spiced Chicken Tacos w/ Corn & Summer Squash Saute

Just in time for Cinco de Mayo.


Exploding Chicken Taquitos & Chili Slaw

Which I’ll be celebrating tomorrow with some fabulous eats, friends and well, you know… 

Priorities, people ;)


Spicy Swiss n’ Mixed Greens Enchiladas

Hope you enjoy some spicy flavors and good times this weekend too!!

 
Black Bean Soft Taco w/ Fresh Mango Salsa

Happy eating :D

 

Friday Round Up: BBQ Tofu, Greek Fro Yo, & Choc Chip Cookie Dough!

Fridayyyyyyyyyyy!

Time for a recipe round up and a few other foodie things :)

This week’s been full of yummy fresh flavors, that’s for sure!

Asian Beef & Rainbow Swiss Chard
Pineapple Black Bean Salsa 
Salsa Verde Orzo Salad

Simple, fresh n’ delicious warm weather flavors ’round here :)

I also got my hands on some other tasty treats outside the Fanatic kitchen!

Blueberry Vanilla Graham Greek Frozen Yogurt

Instagram me? :P

Yep. It’s about as ridiculously good as it sounds.

True story.

BBQ Tofu Spring Rolls w/ Two Dipping Sauces from The Citizen.

Yea yea yea. So I may or may not keep that place in business :P But I’m not alone!

These were fresh n’ tasty and I loved the dipping sauces. Plus their roasted beets are a side dish I could literally eat every day. Love love love.

So yea, if you’re in RVA and haven’t been here… Do it.

You won’t be sorry ;)

And with that, I’m off!!

You just might find me in the kitchen this weekend attempting to make these bad boys

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Peanut Butter Cups

Photo courtesy of HowSweetEats.

I mean seriously. Are you kidding me? Not sure I’ve ever wanted a dessert more.

But really…

Jess = Culinary Genius.

Fact!

 Enjoy your weekend friends :)

“The secret of happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles.”