A few years ago, I started a food blog as part of a challenge to cook more often. It worked great for about 18 months & then life got busy again. Our nights are crazy shuttling the kids to different activities across the town. Instead of trying to maintain two blogs, I decided that each Sunday I will highlight the only a favorite meal from the week.
This week: Mexican. I made my favorite shrimp enchiladas and a salad. One nice thing about being in a new town is that I can entertain new people with my old recipes.
I've learned that my kids do not eat at parties. So, I try to put out appetizers that are healthy - this time it was fruit & veggie trays. The chips, salsa & guacamole were put out when dinner was served.
With Cinco De Mayo right around the corner, we served Mexican beer (Tecate & Trader Jose's are two favorites) and Skinny Girl Margaritas. Here's a video of Bethenny making the blended version and on the rocks. I don't like tequila, but these were good - and strong (hence the club soda dilution)! Definitely worth spending a few extra dollars for the good stuff. And, clear tequila is the way to go!
If you can't watch the video, put ice in the cocktail shaker, count to 3-4 while pouring tequila, squeeze in 1/2 lime, add a splash of citrus liqueur & shake, shake, shake. Pour, add more lime if desired & a splash of club soda (I added more).
This week: Mexican. I made my favorite shrimp enchiladas and a salad. One nice thing about being in a new town is that I can entertain new people with my old recipes.
I've learned that my kids do not eat at parties. So, I try to put out appetizers that are healthy - this time it was fruit & veggie trays. The chips, salsa & guacamole were put out when dinner was served.
With Cinco De Mayo right around the corner, we served Mexican beer (Tecate & Trader Jose's are two favorites) and Skinny Girl Margaritas. Here's a video of Bethenny making the blended version and on the rocks. I don't like tequila, but these were good - and strong (hence the club soda dilution)! Definitely worth spending a few extra dollars for the good stuff. And, clear tequila is the way to go!
If you can't watch the video, put ice in the cocktail shaker, count to 3-4 while pouring tequila, squeeze in 1/2 lime, add a splash of citrus liqueur & shake, shake, shake. Pour, add more lime if desired & a splash of club soda (I added more).
I always have trouble deciding what to serve for dessert with Mexican food.
I wanted something other than chocolate. In keeping with the tequila theme, I decided to serve Lime Sorbet over Pound Cake with Tequila Flambeed Berries. The flambe was definitely a crowd pleaser! This recipe would be very good over angel food cake too. It's definitely making another appearance over the summer. Refreshing & light! I recommend making the sorbet the night before your dinner.
Recipe via Emeril Lagasse.
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