Feliz Cinco de Mayo and a Book Review

We combined my husband, Frank's, 75th birthday on Saturday with Cinco de Mayo for a wonderful Fiesta.  We had about 30 guests, and I wanted to keep things simple.  Life doesn't get much easier than a sheet pan Shrimp Fajita platter. 

Easy Enchiladas #SundayFunday

This easy enchilada recipe has been a staple in our household for many years.  It is not a true enchilada recipe as it uses flour tortillas instead of traditional corn tortillas, but it is easy to make,  delicious to eat, and can be made ahead of time.  

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are featuring Tortillas today......

Chicken Fajita Foil Packets #SundayFunday

All the delicious ingredients of Chicken Fajitas, wrapped up in foil, and cooked on the grill for an easy, fuss-free, mess-free dinner, perfect for Eating Outside.

I wrapped mine up like a burrito, so I didn't even need silverware!!  The Sunday Funday Bloggers are Eating Outside today....

Repurposing Meatloaf Two Ways

Last Saturday, my brother, Dick, joined us for dinner.  We had Mass before he was scheduled to arrive so I decided to make Crockpot Meatloaf so it would be ready when we got home.  I made a batch and a half because Rae had said she would make Meatloaf Sandwiches for dinner on Sunday.

As a kid, Mom sometimes packed me leftover meatloaf sandwiches for lunch.  Cold meatloaf on soft bread with ketchup.  I loved it but had never made it myself.  Rae's Meatloaf Sandwich was nothing like that!!!

Chicken Tinga Tacos #SundayFunday

  Tinga is a smoky sauce made of tomatoes, onions, and chipotle peppers.  These tacos are made with chicken baked in this sauce, then shredded and placed into a corn tortilla before being topped with Mexican cheese.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are serving up Tacos today.....

Mexican Pizza for Taco Tuesday

Crisp Corn Tortillas covered with Refried Beans, Cheese, and chopped Tomatoes then topped with Lettuce, Avocado, and a drizzle of Ranch Dressing.

Pork and Mandarin Orange Tacos and a Book Review #SundayFunday

Teriyaki pork stuffed inside flour tortillas and topped with an Asian Slaw that includes Mandarin Oranges is a fun, easy change to your Taco Tuesday meal.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing recipes that feature Mandarin Oranges today......

Lobster Tacos #FishFridayFoodie

Tender, buttery lobster chunks, shredded cabbage and avocado lime crema enfolded in warmed flour tortillas make for a very special Taco Tuesday or a fun and casual Fish Friday.

The Fish Friday Foodies are sharing Lobster Recipes today........

A new Taco Tuesday Recipe and a Book Review

Pizza and Tacos collide in this delicious and easy baked taco recipe.  Perfect for dinner on a Taco Tuesday.

Black Bean and Pumpkin Quesadillas #SundayFunday

Pumpkin, Black Beans and Cheese flavored with Taco Seasoning and served up in crisped flour tortillas make for a perfect Meatless Meal.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are serving up Pumpkin this week.......

Shredded Beef Taco Bowl #SundayFunday

Turn your leftover beef brisket into a second dinner with this easy peasy and delicious Taco Bowl recipe.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Hearty Bowl Meals today..........

Korean Steak Tacos #ImprovCookingChallenge

 Flour tortillas stuffed with slices of Flank Steak marinated in Korean flavors and grilled to perfection, topped with coleslaw dressed in additional marinade.  

It's time for the Improv Cooking Challenge.........

Selefina Spiced Chicken Tacos and the Weekly Menu #sponsored

 Adagio Teas proudly presents Selefina spices and I proudly share them with you.  I was given the opportunity to receive the new line of Selefina products at no cost for sampling/testing purposes.  I agreed to share my honest review of these products in return.  

Look at this assortment!!!  I didn't know what to make first.......

Chicken Mole Tacos #Chocolate Week

Add some dark chocolate to your tacos today.  This mole sauce adds tons of flavor to ground chicken helping to make your tacos a bit heart healthier. Adding chopped nuts and using soft corn tortillas instead of fried hard shells add fiber and continue with the heart healthy theme.  

We are still celebrating Chocolate Week here in anticipation of Valentine's Day.  There are hearts everywhere.  Let's use those hearts to remind us to take care of our hearts and those of our loved ones.

Beef Barbacoa Tacos #MultiCookerMonday

 Beef slowly braised in the slow cooker, flavored with orange, chili sauce and vinager.  Shredded and served taco style on corn tortillas.  OH MY YUM!

It is Multi-Cooker Monday.......................

An Ode to Kung Pao Tacos #SundayFunday

 A Haiku from Me to You

Cultures are combined.

Tacos meet Asian filling.

It sure is tasty. 

I'm sure you are wondering why in the heck I am writing a Haiku at all, let alone a Haiku about Kung Pao Tacos.  Well, other than these tacos are incredibly beautiful, much like a work of art.  They are also amazingly delicious.  A masterpiece from the kitchen.  They also give Taco Tuesday an Asian atmosphere so there is the cultural aspect, kind of like going to a museum.  Ok, okay.....all of what I say is true but the real reason?

It's Sunday Funday and we are sharing Food Poetry........

Slow Cooker Mahi Mahi Tacos #MultiCookerMonday

A perfect Lenten Friday, Mexican Monday or Taco Tuesday Meal that takes only a few minutes hands on time and a couple of hours in the slow cooker and you have wonderful, flaky fish and savory, tender vegetables ready to be made in to these incredible, healthy and nutritious tacos.

It's Multi-Cooker Monday.........

Air Fryer Taquitos #MultiCookerMonday

The Teen is a huge Taquito fan and I usually keep a box of store bought in the freezer for her to heat up for herself and friends.  One day the box in the freezer was empty and I had just completed the Costco run where I normally purchase them.  So onto Google I went and found this easy, quick air fryer recipe.  The Teen said they are even better than the store bought version.

Join us for Multi-Cooker Monday..................

Taco Tuesday Calzone #BreadBakers

 Celebrate your next Taco Tuesday with these fun and easy Taco Calzones.  Your family will thank you.

We are making Stuffed Breads today with the folks over at Bread Bakers........

Black Bean and Butternut Squash Enchilada Casserole #BakingBloggers

Black beans and roasted butternut squash combined with other fresh vegetables and layered between corn tortillas topped with sour cream and enchilada sauce.  This is a wonderful addition to your Mexican Monday or Taco Tuesday rotation.

The Baking Bloggers are celebrating Pumpin or Butternut Squash today.......