Refried Beans [RECIPE]

Is it possible to serve Mexican food without a big pot of refried beans (aka frijoles)? Well, I guess it’s possible, but not recommended! Not only are they delicious, but they’re nutritious and a great source of fiber too. Plus, they just mix well with a side of Mexican Rice and the left overs are perfect stuffed inside a great big burrito. Best part is, they are easy to make and you can let them cook away while you get other things done. So stop buying that stuff in a can, and make up a batch today! Continue reading “Refried Beans [RECIPE]”

Jathan FinkApril 24, 2020April 24, 2020Leave a comment

Food

Kitchen Sink Soup [RECIPE]

At times like these, there are going to be moments when you need to cook something but aren’t able to go to the store. That’s why I love this recipe for Kitchen Sink Soup, because you likely have everything already on hand, it’s hearty and delicious, and it cooks up fairly quickly. Plus it makes a good sized batch and the leftovers taste even better the next day.

Jathan FinkApril 4, 2020April 4, 2020Leave a comment

Food, Health

Eat More Legumes to Improve Your Health

Bean — You’re not eating nearly enough beans and other legumes. (Photo by Kevin O’Mara, Flickr)

Are you cranky, bloated, and just downright uncomfortable? Are you having trouble fitting into your favorite pair of jeans? If you answered yes to any of the above, then you probably aren’t consuming enough legumes in your diet. This results in fiber deficiency, weight gain and ultimately, constipation. Continue reading “Eat More Legumes to Improve Your Health”

Jathan FinkJanuary 22, 2017January 23, 20171 Comment

Food, Shopping

What Is Epazote and How Do I Use It?

Epazote is a herb commonly found in Mexican cuisine (pronounced eh-puh-ZOE-tay). It is also known as hedge mustard, Jerusalem parsley, Mexican tea, pazote, pigweed, West Indian goosefoot, and wormseed. Typically you will find this ingredient for sale with other dried herbs in Mexican tiendas, Latin grocery stores, supermarkets that cater to an Hispanic clientele, and online, although occasionally you may find it fresh at a farmer’s market in a bunch, similar to how items like cilantro are sold. Continue reading “What Is Epazote and How Do I Use It?”

Jathan FinkDecember 6, 2016December 6, 20165 Comments

Food

Pinto Beans with Chile

There is simply something satisfying about a slow cooked pot of lentils, and this recipe serves up flavor in spades. We learned the basic recipe for these when we took a cooking class in New Mexico years ago, but we’ve riffed on the dish a bit since then until we think we got it just right. Continue reading

Jathan FinkSeptember 14, 2015September 14, 2015Leave a comment