Coffee Rubbed Pot Roast @Folgers #Folgers #Ad

    It's no secret that I love Folgers coffee.  Over the years, I have gotten very creative and infused its rich flavors into many recipes.  After all, why should I limit myself to enjoying the smooth and bold taste of my favorite coffee only in the morning when I am having my breakfast?     Folgers Coffeehouse Blend has been my perfect muse for trying out all of these dynamic recipes because its taste is rich and strong from beginning to end. I’ve used it before to create my Salted Caramel Iced Coffee recipe and it turned out delicious! This time, I wanted to really see how this coffee blend would stand up when paired with one of my favorite meats, pot roast.     Yes, you read that correctly, I used Folgers Coffeehouse Blend to prepare Coffee Rubbed Pot Roast!  This was the best way to take my brew to the next level by pairing this recipe with the smooth, bold flavor of this coffee.  You can add anything to this blend and still … [Read more...]

Salted Caramel Iced Coffee @Folgers #Folgers #Ad

    There is nothing like enjoying a cup of your favorite coffee anytime of the day.  The entire experience is mesmerizing and tantalizing from your taste buds to your sense of smell.  Folgers Coffeehouse Blend is perfect for exploring alternative brewing methods because of its distinct taste that starts smooth and finishes bold.  That is why I knew that it would be the perfect blend to use for my Salted Caramel Iced Coffee recipe.     Folgers Coffeehouse Blend allows you to add anything to your coffee and still taste your coffee perfectly.  When I was a little girl, my grandmother always loved to carry caramels in the pocket of her apron.  She would secretly eat them throughout the day and would often give me one to eat whenever I was good or just to reward me with a treat.  It's a beloved memory from my childhood so I knew that caramel would be the perfect ingredient for creating a decadent iced coffee recipe.    … [Read more...]

Coffee Flavored Caramel Flan Recipe @Folgers #Folgers #Ad

    Growing up in Spain, drinking coffee was an integral part of every breakfast meal and often part of an after-dinner ritual.       Flan and coffee speak to me about my childhood.  Since my sons are being raised here in the United States, it is important to my husband and I to be able to instill values and traditions from our culture to them.       Cooking and baking together has always been an important way for us to give them insight into past experiences during my childhood abroad.     This weekend, I decided to create a coffee flavored caramel flan with them because, what better way to pair two staples from my childhood in the form of a delicious dessert?!       The best part is that we are now creating new memories together and we can include the coffee that we love in our home, which is Folgers.  It is the perfect combination of the past and the present to create experiences that our boys … [Read more...]

Celebrate Latino Culture – Rice Pudding Recipe #HerenciaLeche @SiempreLeche #Ad

*This is part of a sponsored collaboration with MilkPEP and DiMe Media. However, all opinions expressed are my own.     Enjoying delicious food is an integral part of Latino culture.  There are so many recipes that immediately catapult me back to my childhood and remind me of my rich heritage.  One particular dessert always comforts me and overwhelms me with happy memories about joyful family gatherings and being surrounded by those who truly have mattered in my life.     For these reasons, I love to prepare and enjoy rice pudding with my own family in the hopes that they will also be reminded of these good times we spend together whenever they enjoy this decadent treat.  The best part about making rice pudding for my family is that it contains milk and its 8 grams of high quality protein with every serving.  I'm trying to raise strong boys and I know that the human body needs protein, which is found in milk, to build muscles and … [Read more...]

Lemon Parfait Recipe #MyGoodEnergy #TeamPremier #Giveaway @PremierProtein #Ad

    Now that Memorial Day weekend is behind us, I feel like the summer season is on the horizon.  It's so exciting to think about long, summer days enjoying some refreshing beverages along with my favorite desserts.  Being a teacher affords me the luxury of having summers off with both of my boys.  As a result, I like to spend every minute with them and not slaving away in the kitchen.  Many of the recipes that I prepare during the summer are quick and easy so I don't have to worry about taking valuable quality time away from my family.     Premier Protein® offers a great-tasting shake packed with 30 grams of protein that come in 3 delicious flavors (Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberries & Cream) and have 1 gram of sugar and 160 calories. The drinks are designed to fit an on-the-go, healthy lifestyle.     This is perfect for our family because we love to take road trips and also enjoy our snacks while we are being active.  I love the Premier Protein® shakes because they can be … [Read more...]

Oats And Apple Smoothie Recipe #HerenciaLeche @SiempreLeche #Ad

*This is part of a compensated campaign with Latina Mom Bloggers and MilkPEP. However, all opinions expressed are my own.     This week I have started to notice that the leaves are finally starting to change colors here in New York City.  I really love the Fall because the weather gets cooler and it is a busy and exciting time preparing for the upcoming holidays.  Everyone seems to be busy and productive and our home has returned to keeping up with school schedules, extracurricular activities, and sports.     Since Hispanic Heritage Month is also in the Fall, many Latino families like ours also enjoy this time of the year because it allows them to share time-honored traditions with their families and loved ones.  Preparing food together and sharing family recipes is an integral part of our culture.     Many Latino family recipes contain milk as a key ingredient.  Growing up in Spain, I can still recall the delicious cheeses that were served during the afternoon when kids were … [Read more...]