Recipes

Savory Smashed Potatoes

Enjoy the best of crispy and creamy in one bite with these savory smashed potatoes. A simple side dish where the texture and flavor are fantastic and the dish is very easy to make. Boil and cool the potatoes first, then smash, season and bake to make this delicious dish. The Yukon Gold potatoes get crispy with crunchy edges while staying creamy in the middle. We seasoned these with savory for multiple layers of flavor, from piney and earthy, along with a little garlic salt and olive oil for a satisfying bite. Serve beside a ribeye steak, meatloaf or roast chicken. These are the best potatoes - hands down.

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Gingerbread Donuts

These cute mini donuts use our Gingerbread Spice to bring holiday flavors to the breakfast table. We couldn't decide between two different garnishes in our recipe testing, so we included them both. Dunk them in the sticky maple gingerbread glaze or roll them in gingerbread sugar, according to preference. Can't decide? We'd advise you to split the difference and make some of each, like we did!For those who might be discouraged from trying doughnut recipes due to the frying involved, we are relieved to say that these were baked. After much experimenting, we decided the yeast donuts were best, and everything else came easy. Easy enough to, say, make a double batch and garnish your eggnog or hot cider for an extra special treat.

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Presunto and Cheese Rolls

2 hrs, 30 min

These rolls are as soft as a Hawaiian bun, but savory from the bits of meat and cheese inside. We split the dough in this recipe into roll-sized shapes, but you can easily just split the dough into four pieces and turn them into decadent sandwich rolls. When they bake they get a nice golden cheesy crust and the inside is airy, soft and luscious from the olive oil, while the fragrant spices will have your stomach growling! They're perfect to accompany soups, salads or serve at brunch. They also make a great breakfast egg sandwich, or serve them with warm marinara for dipping as an appetizer for movie night. "Every Saturday when I was growing up, my mother would go to the local Portuguese bakery and buy a dozen chouriço rolls—torpedo-shaped logs stuffed with sausage. By Monday, they were gone, mostly due to me. To dress up my childhood classic, I add presunto and cheese, and sometimes sautéed onions and garlic, to the dough. And I form the rolls into round loaves because I think they look elegant on the table."- From David Leite

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My Tía's Buñuelos

2 hrs, 40 min

This family recipe has been a favorite since childhood. My aunt effortlessly prepared them, while my job was to generously sprinkle the fried, flaky, thin, and crispy disks with cinnamon sugar. There are various styles of buñuelos, but this version is the most commonly found in Chihuahua, where my family resides. If I were to share a tip, it would be not to skip the step of letting the bunuelos dry out for two hours. I've often wondered why some buñuelos felt heavy and oily, and my aunt revealed that this was the secret to her ultra-bubbly and flaky buñuelos. Feel free to have fun with the cinnamon sugar mix. I’m a purist and kept it simple with our Cinnamon Toast Spice which features three different types of cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg.

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Sheet Pan Candied Pecans

5 min

A handful of pantry staples and Gingerbread Spice transform ordinary pecans into irresistible, sweet, and crunchy treats. Baking them on a sheet pan allows for an even candying process, and a midway stir ensures that the pecans emerge glistening with their lacquered shell. Whether you're savoring them as a snack or using them to finish off your salads or desserts, these candied pecans are an easy way to make these dishes extra special. Share them as a homemade gift or keep a stash on hand for whenever you crave a sweet, satisfying bite.

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Mayan Cocoa Arroz Con Leche

8 min

Mexican Chocolate Spiced Rice Pudding, known as "Arroz con Leche," is a quick and comforting dessert that ingeniously utilizes leftover plain white rice. It effortlessly comes together in minutes, thanks to our Mayan Cocoa mix. The blend gives the rice pudding a hint of bittersweetness from Valrhona Cocoa Powder, and a spicy kick from ancho chiles and cinnamon.  Enjoy it either warm or chilled – this dessert is a delicious treat that is luscious and satisfying. 

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Vadouvan Curry Burger

1 hr

Not many would describe a cheeseburger as a culinary masterpiece, but that's what you're getting with this dish. With luscious provolone and onions that are caramelized to perfection, you're off to a good start. The whole thing is topped with an original aioli infused with the French-inspired Vadouvan Curry, which is both mellow and light. And that's the key—hints of Fenugreek Seed, Brown Mustard, Cardamom, Turmeric, and Nutmeg in the Vadouvan Curry blend bringing it all together. In fact, be sure to make enough of the aioli because it's so versatile, you may find you want to use it on everything from now on. I can confirm it's a stunning French fry dip, it brightens up a good piece of salmon, and pairs beautifully with a crisp Prosecco. Keep in mind: Caramelizing onions takes a long time, so your prep time will be at least an hour if you plan to make them at home. You can speed up the process if you purchase them already caramelized from the store!

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Mole Olé Graveyard Layered Bean Dip

20 min

While we love a good 7-layer dip, this one has just 4 layers and it's perfect. The big flavor comes from Mole Olé! The presentation makes it perfect for Halloween parties. The famous mole sauces of central Mexico are delightfully complex, and ours is jam packed with 17 ingredients! From the bright chile flavors of Guajillo and Ancho to the warm depths of Allspice and True Cinnamon, there's nothing this blend can't do. Mix the Mole Olé with some smashed black beans for the bottom layer and sprinkle it on top of the cream for added flavor and a little "dirt". I made my headstones by cutting shapes out tortillas and heating them in a pan to give the final dish a distinct Halloween vibe, but chips out of the bag work too! There's almost no wrong way to make this layered dip, and there's definitely no wrong way to eat it.

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Pumpkin Pie Spice Creamsicle Floats

5 min

Easily customizable for both children and adults, this spooky Halloween drink is our take on a classic: The Creamsicle. Vanilla ice cream and Fanta form the foundation for this drink, but the warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in Pumpkin Pie Spice take it to a whole new level. It's very spice forward, so be sure adjust your sprinkle of spice to get your desired level of flavor. A bit of Heilala Vanilla Paste rounds out the drink for the kids, but it can easily be replaced with a splash of vodka and Baileys for the adult-only party. Awesome jack-o-lantern wine glasses, not included.

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