Margarita Madness

Welcome friends!

Cinco de Mayo is May 5th so it's time to get some of those party ideas together. First and foremost track down (and sample of course), a delish margarita recipe. I got mine when we lived in Houston. It's pretty powerful but really tasty! You may adjust the amount of tequila used to your own taste.

Margaritas Mas Grandes
Serves 10

2 1/2 cups tequila (I prefer gold)
1 qt. limeade
1/2 cup Grand Marnier
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 limes cut into wedges for garnish

Put all liquids together in pitcher, stir and serve with a bucket of ice.

For a more fruity margaritas.....check out Strawberry Mango Margaritas at Baker by Nature.

http://bakerbynature.com/strawberry-mango-margaritas/

OR

Pineapple Margaritas at Miss in the Kitchen

http://www.missinthekitchen.com/pineapple-margaritas/

Whatever margaritas you serve on Cinco de Mayo, they will surely be a party favorite.

ENJOY!

Kathleen

AWESOME--Cinco de Mayo Inspired Menu

We love Mexican food in our house so it's only fitting that on Cinco de Mayo, we go all out. Today's recipes have unique twists on some old favorites....... Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail.....Easy Mexican-Inspired Hummus....Pomegranate Margaritas....and for my friends from Western NY (Buffalo area) and those that LOVE Buffalo Chicken.....Buffalo Chicken Tacos with Blue Cheese Cilantro Ranch Dressing.....delish recipes....stop on over!

HEALTHY TEX MEX TACO SALAD

HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO!

TLB has found a great healthy TEX MEX TACO SALAD for you all to enjoy! 

Click the link to some deliciousness.........and enjoy your day! 

http://www.chatelaine.com/recipe/vegetarian/tex-mex-taco-salad-recipe/

                                                      CHEERS,

                                                   Kathleen

A CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION FOR TWO!

Every year on the 5th of May the celebration of Cinco de Mayo is observed to commemorate the Mexican army's victory over the French forces. It was when we lived in Houston that we grew to appreciate the Mexican heritage and the food that would forever change us!

Well, we aren't in Houston anymore, but not a year goes by that we don't take the time to celebrate whether it be a quiet evening at our favorite Mexican restaurant or a full fledged party for the neighborhood.

This year it's just a small  party for the two of us......

These little porcelain Mexican dolls were a gift from my Uncle/Godfather who sent me these while he was in the Army at least 55 years ago. I love their handpainted faces and beautifully handsewn clothes. 

These little bites are so easy. I browned ground beef and added a packet of Taco Seasoning. Then stuffed mini Fillo shells with the taco meat and sprinkled each top with Mexican blend cheese. Pop in the microwave for 2 minutes and serve.

I stopped by the grocery store and bought their homemade guac and salsa. This saved me so much time in preparation and having too many leftovers.

No Cinco de Mayo party is complete without a good Margarita. Since my recipe makes servings for 25 we are settling for the next best....Jose Cuervo!

  Wishing you a safe and delicious Cinco de Mayo!

Kathleen

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