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Host An Affordable Cinco de Mayo Party

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo doesn’t have to leave you peso-less.  There are many ways you can throw a frugal fiesta on the fifth day of May.  The key is to make use of everyday items you already have around your home and turn them into priceless parts of your party. Here are some ideas to get you started: DECORATIONS Who says you need to fill your home with fresh flowers in order to have a successful Cinco de Mayo shindig?  Instead of busting your budget on fresh blooms, make your own colorful creations with tissue paper.  All you need is … Continue reading →

Your Genes Determine if You Like Pork

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Do you like pork? Do your family members enjoy dinners that include pork? Or, do you have a family member who cannot stand the taste, or the smell, of pork? A new study reveals that the reason has to do with genetics. Certain genes make a person able to smell the meat more intensely than others can. Pork has been described in advertisements as “the other white meat”. Many Americans eat pork sausage, pork chops, and pork ribs. We eat pork in tacos, and in rice, and we eat plenty of bacon that is made from pork. Of course, some … Continue reading →

Homemade Mexican Meal

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Whether you are celebrating the day with a fabulous fiesta or you’re honoring the Mexican culture with a simple family meal, be sure to include the following tasty recipes in your festivities: TOTALLY TASTY TACO DIP Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 package taco seasoning mix 2 (16 ounces) can refried beans 1/4 cup water 2 1/2 cups sour cream 4 cups shredded Iceberg lettuce 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese 1 (6 ounces) can sliced black olives 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup chopped jalapeno peppers Directions: In … 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 →

Hot and Spicy Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Spice up your Cinco de Mayo celebration with these sizzling hot Mexican recipes. They are easy to prepare and are sure to fire up your guests on the fifth of May: CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP Ingredients: 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 1 12-ounce can of tomatoes 1 1/2 lbs. of cooked chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes 3 ears of fresh corn 2 tablespoons salsa 4 cups chicken broth Pinch of salt 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 8 corn tortillas Canola oil Sour cream for garnish Shredded mild cheddar cheese Directions: Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in … Continue reading →

More Simple Cinco de Mayo Sides

Are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a full-blown fiesta? Even if you are just commemorating the day with a simple celebration, you should consider making the following sides. They’re easy to prepare (though, your guests would never know it) and are packed with authentic Mexican flavor. EASY SPANISH RICE Ingredients: 2 cups long grain white rice 1/4 cup canola oil 1 yellow onion cut into 1-inch chunks 1 bell pepper any color, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3/4 cup tomato puree 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 3/4 cups of chicken broth 3/4 cup of frozen … 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 →

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 →

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Chimichangas

Technically a chimichanga is Tex Mex and not true Mexican food. It is known to have originated in Arizona however exactly where it originated is the subject of some debate. I prefer the story of a chef who accidentally dropped some dough into a pot of hot oil, and in frustration yelled out, “Chimichanga” the equivalent in Spanish of “thingamajig.” I’m not sure how plausible that is, but that’s my story and I’m sticking to it! You will need: 1 lb. of ground beef 1/2 cup of finely chopped onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves 1 … Continue reading →