5 Popular Mexican Cheeses to Stock Up on Right Now — Tips from The Kitchn

When you think about cheese, what kinds come to mind? For most of us, it’s probably a lineup of the usual suspects — a list of favorites we reach for on a regular basis. (Cheddar and mozzarella, anyone?)

But there are quite a few delicious cheese options that hail from Mexico — and they’re ready to do more than stuff a quesadilla.

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26 Recipes to Make for Mother’s Day Brunch — Recipes from The Kitchn

If there’s ever a time to stay home for brunch, it’s on Mother’s Day. Not that Mom doesn’t deserve a nice meal out, but it’s one of the busiest Sundays for brunch every year. So if you’re staying in, do it up big! Roll out the red carpet, bring her coffee in bed, and make her a meal that shows her how much you care.

If your mom’s got a sweet tooth, any one of the sweet and fruity French toast options will do the trick. Want to serve something hearty and savory? A breakfast casserole or savory breakfast cake fits the bill. To round out the menu, we’ve included a few cocktails and flavorful mocktails, so no matter what you serve, you can raise a glass and toast to mom.

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In Like a Lion: 5 Vegetable-Forward Recipes That Capture the Feisty Side of Spring — Recipes from The Kitchn

Spring’s earliest produce can bring both elation and puzzlement. After months of lumpy storage vegetables and produce shipped from afar, verdant greens and tender roots are a welcome shift. But spring’s first offerings aren’t for the faint of heart – from spicy radishes to punchy greens to pungent alliums, early spring produce can prove tough to tame.

I’ve found that the best way to savor these first shoots and roots is to celebrate the season’s assertive and uniquely green palate. To help, I have a few guidelines I turn to again and again to make the most of the season’s early bounty.

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Carne Asada

Carne Asada

Carrrrrrne asada! Do you remember that Superbowl ad with the two lions? For months after that aired I couldn’t say “carne” without rolling the rrrrrrs.

Clever of whatever ad agency came up with that campaign to feature two king carnivores talking about carne asada, which translates literally as “beef grilled”.

Carne asada is the thinly sliced, grilled beef served so often in tacos and burritos. You can also serve it straight up, with rice and beans on the side.

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