My mother and I love making these empanadas together! We make a lot of different kinds of empanadas, but this sweet dessert is the perfect way to celebrate the apple season. The pastry is...

Growing up, I did not like meatloaf at all.  Looking back, I realize my dislike stemmed from the dominant flavor of ketchup in most meatloaf recipes. Years later, I revisited the idea of meatloaf, and...

There is a lot of early morning work to do on the ranch, and neighbors often come to lend a hand with cattle work. One way I show gratitude is by making sure everyone who...

This is a recipe my mom created and has made for our family since I was young. It is a one pot recipe that makes a simple yet hearty meal. The combination of saffron, rice,...

This is my dad’s favorite pie. There are lemon people and chocolate people, and he is a lemon person, so I love to make this pie for him. The lemon filling is bright and fresh,...

It has become a tradition of mine to make this tomato soup at the beginning of the rainy season. As the weather shifts and our summer crops wind down, I love to capture the marvelous...

This is my great-grandmother’s chocolate cake recipe. I was never able to meet my great-grandmother, but I have learned so much about her by studying the recipes she has handed down for birthdays, anniversaries, and...

A bone-in ribeye is my favorite cut of steak, and I love grilling for special occasions. It is well marbled, flavorful, and the ultimate classic cut. Chimichurri sauce is one of those condiments that you...

In our area, there are many walnut groves. The funny thing about walnuts is once I start eating them, I can’t quite stop. I developed this recipe to celebrate the sweet fragrance of fresh walnuts...