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Delicious Homemade Mexican Flan

11/22/25 | Baked Desserts, Blogging, Comfort Food, custard, Desserts, Family Favorites, Holiday & Celebration Recipes, Holidays, Latin American Sweets, Make-Ahead Desserts, Pudding, Recipes, Traditional Mexican Desserts

First off, there’s something about a delicious homemade Mexican flan that feels like a warm hug from my abuela — even though my hands are the ones whisking the eggs now. I turned 31 this year, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how the desserts we grow up with shape the way we see sweetness, comfort, and identity. For me, that’s flan: silky, golden, unapologetically rich — and deeply ...

Cacao Chia Pudding

05/29/24 | Blogging, Breakfast, Cacao chia pudding, Desserts, DIY, LifeStyle, Recipes

Like many women, I began suffering from hormone imbalances in the later half of my twenties. To my disarray, many healthcare professionals offered little to no answers. Prepared to do something about it, I dived into books and podcasts. Along my hormone healing journey, I found the incredible Dr. Mindy Pelz and her book "Fast Like a Girl: A Women's Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to ...

Zesty Ginger Shot

05/29/24 | Blogging, DIY, Juicing, LifeStyle, Recipes

As a Registered Nurse working during the COVID-19 pandemic, strengthening my immune system became essential and so... this recipe was created! Our zesty ginger shot is spicy, tangy, and concentrated- whether you are seeking a morning pick-me-up, a post-workout refresher, or simply a boost of wellness in your daily routine, this elixir has got you covered! The potent nodes of ginger and ...

Strawberry Arroz con Leche

04/11/24 | Blogging, Desserts, DIY, LifeStyle, Recipes, snack

As my abuelita always said, "panza llena, corazón contento" meaning a full tummy leads to a happy heart. Today we're embarking on an exciting culinary journey to create a delectable strawberry arroz con leche. This mouth-watering dessert is not only delicious, but it's also a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors. In English, arroz con leche translates to rice with milk. Originating in ...

Winter Harvest Salad

01/20/24 | Appetizers, gluten free, LifeStyle, Side Dishes

A bright and bountiful recipe for a delicious Winter Harvest Salad with a delightfully bright and refreshing honey citrus vinaigrette. As the winter chill sets in, it's the perfect time to celebrate the season's bounty with a nutritious and comforting Winter Harvest Salad. During the winter month's it might seem hard to create beautiful and bright recipes. However, that is not the case. ...

Creamy Lemon Chicken Soup

12/02/23 | DIY, Holidays, Recipes, Side Dishes

A bright recipe for a comforting, zesty and hearty Creamy Lemon Chicken Soup. As the leaves turn golden and the temperature drops, there's nothing quite like a warm and comforting bowl of soup to soothe the soul. While chicken soup is a timeless classic, we're here to introduce you to a delightful twist that'll tantalize your taste buds – Creamy Lemon Chicken Soup. This flavorful ...

Cinnamon and Ginger Stewed Apples

01/04/23 | Breakfast, Desserts, DIY, gluten free, Recipes, Side Dishes, snack

These Cinnamon and Ginger Stewed Apples are a simple, sweet and warming fiber filled recipe with lasting gut health benefits. As I've shared previously I was diagnosed with a hormone imbalance and after doing my own research I decided to attempt to heal my hormones through food. A huge factor in healing your hormones is learning how to heal and take care of your gut and these Cinnamon and ...

Raspberry Cream Torta Caprese

10/06/22 | Breakfast, Desserts, DIY, flourless, gluten free, Recipes, snack

This Raspberry cream Torta Caprese is a simple and decadently delicious dessert that you can make for any occasion. Delicious Torta Caprese with raspberry cream This Raspberry Cream Torta Caprese was inspired by the traditional desert. Which is a chocolate cake made with almond meal that originated from Capri, Italy. It's made with an almond base which avoids the use of traditional baking ...

Gluten Free Mexican Conchas

07/15/22 | Breakfast, Desserts, DIY, Recipes, snack

These tasty Gluten Free Mexican Conchas were made with real ingredients that you and your family will enjoy! Made with real ingredients! Beginning with a little bit of history before we embark on these tasty Gluten Free Mexican Conchas. The word "concha" translates into 'Seashell" in English. However for us a Concha is a traditional Mexican treat. This sweet bread dates back to the ...

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