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Torta de Chorizo con Papas (Mexican Chorizo and Potato Sandwich)
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At Shared Family Recipes, some of the best meals aren’t just about the ingredients—they’re about how everything comes together at the table. A torta de chorizo con papas is exactly that kind of meal. It’s layered, generous, and built to be shared, whether you’re making a quick lunch for family or putting together something…
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Mexican Chorizo and Potatoes (Chorizo con Papas Recipe)
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I’ve never been one for meal prepping. I get tired of eating the same food after about two days and I end up wasting more food than is worth the time I saved by meal prepping. But chorizo con papas is the exception. A big batch at the beginning of the week yields breakfast burritos, tacos, tortas, breakfast…
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Spiced Lentils (Healthy and Flavorful Lentil Recipe)
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The first time I made this was with my mom in the summer of 2020. I spent a lot of that year in the kitchen trying out new recipes. My mom and I kept coming back to this one because of its simplicity. Just a few pantry staples and a bit of time on…
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Cottage Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe
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At Shared Family Recipes, the meals we come back to again and again are the ones that bring everyone to the table. Stuffed shells are exactly that kind of dish—simple, comforting, and generous enough to feed a group. They’re the kind of recipe that feels just as right for a quiet family dinner as…
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Ham and Cheese Venezuelan Arepas
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Arepas are one of those foods that feel endlessly flexible. You can fill them with almost anything—beans, eggs, shredded meat, avocado—but sometimes the best move is to keep it simple. Ham and cheese hits that sweet spot: salty, melty, familiar, and exactly what you want tucked inside something warm and freshly cooked. Venezuelan arepas are thicker and softer than…
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Sopa de Lentejas (Lentil Soup Recipe)
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We’re in the depths of January now, so even places like LA are a bit too cold for comfort, especially in the late night and early morning. Like a true abuelita, I believe in soup year round, even when it’s 90 degrees and sunny in the dead of summer. If you’re not like that, now is the time to try out…
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Authentic Chiles Rellenos Recipe
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While not a quick weeknight dinner, chiles rellenos are worth the effort they require. Scorching the peppers concentrates the flavor into a deep, nostalgic flavor. The light and fluffy batter is the perfect pair with the melty, cheesy filling. When I think about chiles rellenos, I think about Saturday nights with family, dinners out with friends,…
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Authentic Cuban Black Beans Recipe – Easy & Flavorful
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Cuban black beans, frijoles negros, are a staple of Cuban cooking. Slow-simmered with aromatics, spices, and just the right balance of tang and sweetness, these beans are deeply flavorful and comforting. This recipe brings together the traditional elements of a Cuban sofrito (a sauté of onions, peppers, and garlic) with a touch of vinegar and sugar…
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Lime and Cilantro Pan-Seared Salmon Recipe
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I have a confession. I used to hate seafood. When my abuela put a fresh plate of bacalao in front of me, I dreaded the agonizing process of picking the meat from tiny, almost microscopic bones. I couldn’t even focus on the flavor. Fried fish and shrimp was no better. I didn’t have the bones to contend with, but I still had…
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Southern Black-Eyed Peas Recipe for New Year’s Day
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Black-eyed peas have long been a symbol of luck, prosperity, and fresh beginnings, which is why they’ve become such a beloved New Year’s tradition in many Southern homes. The peas themselves are said to represent coins, while the humble, slow-simmered pot reflects the hope for a year filled with abundance, comfort, and steady blessings. Making black-eyed peas on…