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Cinco de Mayo: Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas

Here is another great recipe for your Cinco de Mayo fete. While there are a few more steps to this recipe than normal–the results are well worth the effort. A second set of hands is helpful–but not necessary. Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas To make approximately 4 quesadillas you’ll need: 1 red onion, halved 1 large beefsteak tomato, halved 1 bell pepper, sliced 15 to 20 frozen cocktail shrimps, thawed 2 cups of Mexican blend or sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 4 large flour tortillas juice of 3 limes 1 tbsp of cumin Directions: Place shrimp on a skewer and in a shallow … Continue reading →

Appetizing Crab Quesadillas Are Versatile

Nothing says “Tex Mex” to me like quesadillas. I often serve quesadillas for dinner. They are super versatile and make a great party appetizer, but also are filling enough to work for dinner. The Sneaky Mama loves quesadillas too because what better place to sneak in a few vegetables than in between a folded tortilla stuffed with cheese. However, as kid friendly as quesadillas are, serving them to my husband requires a bit more creativity than just sticking cheese in a folded tortilla. Enter the crab quesadilla–pleasing to adult palates everywhere! To fill four tortillas you will need: 1 cup … Continue reading →

Easy Holiday Party Dishes—Baked Beans and Cheesy Wedges

Doesn’t sound too appetizing does it? Hang in there… you might be surprised. The following recipes are ideal for busy cooks who need a dish to pass at a New Year’s get together. The first dish is a hearty version of the classic baked beans. (What’s a holiday gathering without beans, right?) I’m not sure if it’s a Midwestern-thing or if people around the nation have a hankering for beans around the holidays, but whenever there are baked beans on a buffet table at the parties in Wisconsin they disappear fast. This specific baked bean recipe is great for office … Continue reading →

Ingredients for a Simple Cinco de Mayo Party

Everyone loves a party, but not everyone has the time or the means to throw a full-fledged fiesta to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Instead of renting a tent and filling it with tamales and pinatas, consider having a low-key affair that highlights the Mexican culture. Here are some simple ideas to get your kids fired up about the fifth of May: MEXICAN PLACEMATS Materials: Scissors Glue Ruler Pencil 18-by-12-inch piece of construction paper 16 strips of construction paper in multiple colors (each should be 1-inch wide by 12 inches long) Directions: Take the large piece of construction paper and fold … Continue reading →

Simple Cinco de Mayo Recipes

If you are looking for an easy way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, then head to the kitchen and whip up the following recipes. Both require minimal cooking skills, but yield outstanding results. Turn an ordinary Tuesday (May 5th) into a tasty treat-filled Mexican fiesta with these hot dishes: SPICY SHREDDED PORK TACOS Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (4 to 6 pound) or 2 to 3 smaller pork butt or shoulder roasts 2 tablespoons garlic salt 3 teaspoons black pepper 3 (6-ounce cans) diced green chiles 3 cups chicken broth 1 small yellow onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves Fresh … Continue reading →

Tamale Pie

I love Mexican food and this recipe for tamale pie is sensational. My husband went out with his best friend tonight, but tomorrow night, he is getting this for dinner! For this recipe, you will need yellow corn meal, garlic spread (crushed garlic can be used as well), one pound of ground beef, one medium onion, a can of whole kernel corn, shredded cheddar cheese, olive oil, one can of black whole olives, chili powder, and two cans of tomato sauce. To prep for this recipe, you will need to chop your onion into 1/4 to 1/2 inch sections. Leaving … Continue reading →

Dynamic Mexican Dips

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I love Mexican food. What I like most about Mexican food is dipping tortilla chips into all kinds of different sauces. There are a couple of recipes I got for some dips, but I altered them to my own taste. The salsa dip I found on a website a few years ago, but I don’t remember which one. I got the general idea for the guacamole from Rachael Ray of “30-Minute Meals” on the Food Network. I hope you enjoy them! Sassy Salsa 1 16oz jar of medium salsa (If you like it more or less spicy, you can use … Continue reading →