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Clean and Simple Breakfast Tacos

Clean and Simple Breakfast Tacos
As you know by now, I am a huge fan of Mexican food so starting the day off with Breakfast Tacos is a sure way to put a smile on my face (and that's with out the margarita;).

Mexican Cabbage Soup

Mexican Cabbage Soup

Okay, so soup was not on my cabbage agenda this week. 

I was planning braised red cabbage with apples and goat cheese served with some type of protein; possibly experimenting with chicken or pork moo shu, and/or whipping up an asian style cabbage salad. 

What changed things you ask?

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchilada's

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchilada's
Are you looking for a warm, nutritious, comforting meal that will knock your socks off??  Well, my friends... look no further because this is the one!

I saw this recipe over at Karina's Kitchen (a gluten-free blog), and loved it so much I made it twice in one week. Yep.  Twice.

So, So Simple Shrimp Tacos

So, So Simple Shrimp Tacos

As much as I would love to post a recipe that would hit the spot on a crisp Autumn day, it just ain't happenin'.  "Why?", you ask.  Simply because I've yet to have a crisp Autumn day.  Here in SoCal. we're still warm... not hot... but definitely warm.  We're talking mid-seventies. 

Guacamole - Video

Guacamole - Video

When it comes to eating out, Mexican is my all time favorite food!  If I had to pick a last meal it would be margaritas with chips, salsa, and guacamole! Yum... just thinking about it makes me happy!

I love making guacamole when friends come over because it's a fun food! Plus everyone loves it and it's always the first thing to go!

Food For Thought »

The Bottom Line on White Whole-Wheat Flour
Nov 13, 08 - Comment
Like many of you, I have become a big fan of the White Whole Wheat. 
This Is Gonna Be An Interesting Nine Months
Oct 31, 08 - 1 Comments
Ever notice how much easier it is to give advice to others compared to how
Seven Days and I'm Done!!
Oct 3, 08 - 2 Comments
Well guys, although I had big ambitions I’ve decided to call it quits after seven