Tomato Raisin Salsa Fusion Recipe

  Tomato Raisin Salsa is an interesting and healthy fusion of Tex-Mex and Indian spices.  Everyone loves salsa and I see many flavor combinations available in the grocery store.  The … Continued

Smokey Toasted Arbol Salsa

Smoky Arbol Salsa Recipe

  This is not your usual salsa. This Smoky Arbol Salsa, also known as Guajillo Salsa, is a rusty red, very spicy, and perfect for drizzling over tacos, eggs, or anything … Continued

Benjamin Franklin Meal-Replacement Energy Bar Recipe

In 1784, Benjamin Franklin wrote a letter to his friend David LeRoy concerning improvements for traveling by ship.  In the letter he provided a list of recommended food items that … Continued

Salsa Verde

Salsa Verde Recipe – Tomatillo Salsa

Salsa Verde, also known as Tomatillo Salsa and Green Salsa, is to Mexican cuisine what tomato sauce is to Italian food.  It is similar to red salsa, except that instead … Continued

Roasted Chile Pepper and Tomatillo Salsa

Roasted Chile Pepper and Tomatillo Salsa Recipe

Roasted Chile Pepper and Tomatillo Salsa is for people who like very hot salsa!  So good and so addicting!  This is basically a spicy Salsa Verde recipe that highlights the … Continued

Rick's (soon to be famous) Salsa Recipe

Rick’s (soon to be famous) Salsa Recipe

Salsa recipes can vary from person, from state, and from countries. Some contain fresh tomatoes and some contain canned tomatoes.  It your choice and preference! Rick says, “I should sell … Continued

Fresh Tomato Salsa

Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe

Fresh Tomato Salsa is a delicious uncooked chunky tomato sauce known as Pico De Gallo or Salsa Fresca in Mexico where all the vegetables are chopped instead of blended.  Using only fresh … Continued

Fresh Tomato Corn Salsa

Fresh Tomato Corn Salsa Recipe

  End of the season Tomato Corn Salsa using sweet corn, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, and a southwest-style dressing make this a colorful and fresh Tomato Corn Salsa a delicious addition … Continued

Apricot Gem Bars Recipe

Apricot Gem Bars Recipe

These moist Apricot Gem Bars have a great flavor.  Everyone goes for these gems of a dessert, so treat your family and guests to these Apricot Gem Bars!   You … Continued

Cucumber Salsa

Cucumber Salsa Recipe

Cucumber Salsa has a wonderful crunchy flavor with the addition of cucumbers and yellow bell peppers to the traditional ingredients of onions, cilantro, jalapenos and garlic.  I really love a … Continued

How to make fajitas

Fajitas History and Recipe

Fajitas History: Texans would probably like to lay claim to the fajita, but history gives credit to Mexican ranch workers living in West Texas (along the Rio Grande on the … Continued

Homemade Canned Tomato Salsa

Canned Tomato Salsa Recipe

Learn how to properly and safely can your homemade canned Tomato Salsa.  This was my daughters, Brenda Weller and Nancy Hartman, first time experience canning homemade tomato salsa.  Canning and … Continued

Toasted Pumpkin and Squash Seeds

Toasted Pumpkin and Squash Seeds Recipe

Toasted pumpkin and squash seeds are a great healthy snack and a delicious addition to salads, granola, or trail mix.  So, do not throw away those Squash and Pumpkin (pepitas) seeds! … Continued

Baked Tortilla Chips

Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips Recipe

These wonderful homemade baked tortilla chips make sturdy dippers and are great for scooping up salsa or your favorite dip.  Baked Tortilla chips can be made with either corn or … Continued

Roasted Olives

Roasted Olives with Lavender and Truffle Oil Recipe

Roasted Olives with Lavender and Truffle Oil will definitely delight your family and friends.  This is one of my personal favorite roasted olive appetizer recipes. This fantastic olive recipe is … Continued