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Very Good Masa Harina, and a Simple Tortilla Technique

Hey folks, have you ever tasted the difference between a typical grocery store corn tortilla, and one made fresh in your kitchen? If you live in Chicago then maybe you haven’t, because why would you? ...

How about Breakfast for Dinner?

Adjusting to a new routine, as we go through these strange times, may be a challenge; however, we may actually find that we can break away from it and have some fun, especially in the kitchen!

Grilled Fish Tacos: A Twist on a Summer Classic

The hot summer months here in Chicago always make me think of a few things: milkshakes at Susie’s, burgers on the patio at Paradise Pup, and mostly, tacos. To be more specific, fish tacos. Don’t get ...

Homemade Corn Tortillas

When I go to a Mexican restaurant and they ask me “Corn or flour tortillas,” I am always going to choose corn. I think they are so much more flavorful! In Chicago, you can go to just about any ...

Taco Tuesdays with Homemade Flour Tortillas

I'm pretty sure Taco Tuesday is the best thing ever invented. I love Mexican food and growing up, it was one of my favorite dinners that my Mom made me. I say “me” because I know I am my Mom’s ...

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Very Good Masa Harina, and a Simple Tortilla Technique

How about Breakfast for Dinner?

Grilled Fish Tacos: A Twist on a Summer Classic

Homemade Corn Tortillas

Taco Tuesdays with Homemade Flour Tortillas

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