Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Fiesta Time!
Cinco de Mayo is another fun reason for a party here at our house but I thought I would do a little research and find out what it is actually about...it isnt Mexico's Independence Day, as I had thought.  It is the day that the Mexican Army beat the French Army (twice its size) in Puebla, Mexico on May 5, 1862.    A classic tale, like David and Goliath.  I will have to share that with the kids.

Jen got me these margarita cups (at Walmart) to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!  Arent they cute?  I happened upon this video on how to rim them with sugar.  Check it out...you just rub them with a lime and dip them in a plate of sugar (or salt, I havent tried it but I think that sounds yucky!).  They are so festive and fun!  I cant wait to do it.  My kids will think I am so cool.

I found the Margarita mixes at Costco (2 pack for 6.50ish.).  It looks like I only need to add ice since we wont be adding Tequila!  Maybe I will add some orange juice or sweetened condensed milk.  I have never made Margaritas but it sounds easy enough.   And we have some little umbrellas that will be festive.

I am using red, white, and green tablecloths, like the Mexican flag.  And we are making these cute little sombreros as name place holders. (I finished one to take a photo below but my little Crafty pants girl wants to finish the rest of them tomorrow!)

Arent they fun?  She is having a great time making one for each of us.

My son has been begging for Auntie Olivia's Chicken Taquitos so that is what will be on our menu.  (I will see if she is okay with me sharing her recipe.)  As well as Mexican rice and chips and salsa.  My mouth is watering just thinking about it! 

What are you having for Cinco de Mayo, Super Mommies?  Share your recipes. 

We have to make something for dinner, why not yummy Mexican food?

**UPDATE Here is the recipe for

Auntie Olivia's Taquitos

(they are easy and delicious!!)

1 rotisserie chicken (precooked from the grocery store) or 2-3 c shredded chicken

8-10 tortillas (I like Pepe's tortillas in the 30 pack)

1 10 oz can enchilada sauce

1 c shredded cheese 

olive oil

toppings as desired:

pico de gallo, salsa, sour cream, guacamole

Shred the chicken and place in a bowl.  Pour enchilada sauce into the bowl with chicken and stir.  Warm both sides of a tortilla in a skillet, add 1 large spoonful chicken and sprinkle with cheese.  Roll tightly, then fry, seem side down, in olive oil.  Serve with toppings!

Thanks Auntie Ollie!

(Here is Olivia holding Londyn, isn't she beautiful?)

Cinco de Mayo Breakfast for the Kiddos

Has anyone tried Huevos Rancheros? 

Well we are going to have them tomorrow morning and I can't wait.  I love introducing my kids to new things.  We are going to keep them simple.  Corn tortillas, eggs, salsa, and cheese.  Here is the recipe I am following from about.com.  Adjust as needed.

"There are many versions of huevos rancheros, some with cheese, beans or grilled chiles. The most authentic way to make huevos rancheros is very simple, eggs and salsa, served with corn tortillas.

Huevos rancheros are a Mexican tradition."

(We love traditions!  Maybe it will become one of ours too.)

Ingredients:

4 eggs

1 cup fresh salsa

4 corn tortillas

oil

salt to taste

Preparation:

Pre-heat oven to 500 degrees. Coat each tortilla in oil and place on cookie sheet. When oven is ready, cook for approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on how crisp you like your tortillas.

Heat oil in small frying pan, cook each egg slowly on one side until whites are firm and yolks are runny. Salt to taste. Place one egg on each tortilla.
Heat salsa in the pan on high heat for about 2 minutes or until extremely hot. Pour 1/4 cup over the top of each egg which will further cook the top of the egg. Let it sit for about 1 minute before serving.

Have Fun Super Mommies! 

I hope you feel inspired to start Cinco de Mayo with a yummy Mexican Tradition!