Rachel's Step by Step
30 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Chicken Mole Step by Step // Doña Maria Sauce ❤️
A step‑by‑step Mexican‑style chicken mole made with dried guajillo and ancho chilies, a store‑bought Dona Maria mole paste, freshly ground spices, and a touch of dark chocolate for depth. The chicken is first poached in a light broth, then simmered in the rich mole sauce until tender and flavorful.
Thanksgiving Glazed Ham
A simple, crowd‑pleasing glazed ham perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering. This recipe walks you through warming a fully cooked smoked ham, making a buttery brown‑sugar‑orange marmalade glaze, scoring and studding the ham with cloves, and finishing it with a glossy caramelized crust.
Green Chile Stew with Ground Beef // Easy and Hearty ❤️
A hearty Tex-Mex inspired green chili stew packed with ground beef, mild Anaheim peppers, potatoes, and optional pinto beans. Perfect for a chilly day, served with toasted corn tortillas and melted cheese.
Maple Bourbon glazed Brussels Sprouts / so easy and delicious❤️
A sweet‑savory Thanksgiving side featuring roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a buttery maple‑bourbon glaze, crispy bacon, and plump dried cranberries. Perfectly balanced flavors and a beautiful presentation make this dish a holiday favorite.
How to make authentic Pork Chile Verde // Step by Step ❤️
A hearty Mexican pork chile verde made with roasted tomatillos, serrano and poblano peppers, fresh cilantro, and a fragrant blend of cumin, oregano, peppercorns and cloves. Slow‑simmered until the pork is melt‑in‑your‑mouth tender, this dish is perfect served with beans, Mexican rice or warm flour tortillas.
FLOUR TORTILLAS / how to make /PERFECT Step by Step ❤
Learn how to make ultra‑soft, pliable flour tortillas that stay tender even after refrigeration. This step‑by‑step guide follows Rachel's proven technique of loosening flour, cutting in shortening, proper kneading, resting, and quick cooking on a hot cast‑iron griddle.
Caldo De Albondigas // Mexican Meatball Soup ❤️
A comforting Mexican meatball soup packed with seasoned beef meatballs, potatoes, sweet potatoes, chayote, carrots, zucchini (or calabacita), and a rich beef broth flavored with fresh herbs, spices, and optional chipotle for a smoky kick. Perfect for cool weather and easy to make step‑by‑step.
BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE how to make / with homemade ENCHILADA SAUCE ❤
A quick, oven‑baked Mexican‑American casserole that layers seasoned ground beef, a rich homemade enchilada sauce, corn tortillas, cheese and onions. No rolling required—just assemble, bake, and enjoy a comforting family dinner.
MY BEST CHICKEN FRIED CHICKEN
A Southern‑style comfort dish featuring thinly pounded chicken breast that’s breaded, fried to golden perfection, and smothered in a rich, buttery gravy. Perfect for a family dinner with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Chicken Tortilla Soup // From my New Kitchen to Yours ❤️
A hearty Mexican‑style chicken tortilla soup made with bone‑in chicken, homemade spice paste, black beans, corn, rice, and topped with crispy baked tortilla strips, toasted bread, avocado, lime, and melted cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for any season.
CHILI POWDER // for Enchilada Sauce, Chili, Rubs, Guisados, Stews and more ❤️
A step‑by‑step guide to making your own fresh, aromatic chili powder using dried guajillo and ancho chilies, toasted cumin, Mexican oregano, onion and garlic powders, and sweet paprika. Perfect for enchilada sauce, tacos, or any Mexican‑style dish.
A Full Meal In The Palm Of Your Hand
A full‑meal Mexican‑style tostada featuring ultra‑crispy fried corn tortillas topped with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, fresh lettuce, avocado, cheese, salsa and lime. Simple ingredients you probably already have, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
HOW TO MAKE BEEF BIRRIA with Consome /Birria QUESA TACOS ❤
A rich, slow‑cooked Mexican beef birria served in cheesy quesadilla tacos. The broth is flavored with neck bones, dried chilies, tomatoes, tomatillos and a blend of toasted spices, then simmered for 2½ hours until the meat falls off the bone. Finish with fresh cilantro, lime and melted wajaka cheese for an authentic, comforting meal.
BEST CHICKEN POT PIE! STEP by STEP! ❤
A comforting homemade chicken pot pie with a buttery, herb‑infused filling and flaky pastry crust. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples, this recipe walks you through every step—from sautéing the vegetables to rolling the dough and baking a golden, flaky top.
3 EASY Homemade Ice Cream Recipes / 3 INGREDIENTS / No Machine ❤
A quick and easy no‑churn ice cream recipe that yields three indulgent summer flavors—Rocky Road, Strawberry Cookies & Cream, and Nutter Butter M&M's. Made with just heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and mix‑ins, these frozen treats are perfect for hot days and require only a hand mixer.
CHICKEN FAJITAS / Easy cheesy quick mexican meal / homemade seasoning ❤
A vibrant Mexican‑style fajita platter called the "Sombrero Plate" featuring thinly sliced chicken breast marinated in citrus and spices, sautéed with colorful bell peppers, onions, jalapeño, tomato and fresh cilantro, finished with melted wajaka cheese and served with homemade flour tortillas, refried beans and Mexican rice.
Voted Best Texas Chili //Step by Step❤️
A hearty, smoky Texas-style chili made with cubed chuck roast, ground chuck, a blend of homemade spices, chipotle peppers, and masa flour for thickening. Served with shredded cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, and cornbread.
My 5 Star ENCHILADA SAUCE // You’ll Never Want Another One ❤️
A rich, smooth enchilada sauce made with a golden roux, homemade paprika and chili powder, and seasoned with Mexican oregano, cumin, and chicken broth. Perfect for enchiladas, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, eggs, or any Mexican‑style dish.
How to Roast Vegetables the Right Way with Balsamic Vinaigrette // Side Dish❤️
A colorful, healthy side dish of zucchini, sweet potato, broccoli, red bell pepper, and purple onion roasted to crispy perfection and tossed with a simple balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for any dinner or lunch.
Chicken Pepperoncini / Easy meal ❤️
A quick and easy Italian‑American skillet dish featuring seared chicken strips, sweet red bell peppers, tangy pepperoncini, and a rich heavy‑cream Parmesan sauce. Perfect served over steamed rice or buttered noodles.
They've Gone Viral // Smash Burger Tacos!! Step by Step ❤️
A fun fusion of a classic smash burger and a taco, these smash burger tacos combine seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and fresh toppings on a crisp tortilla. Easy to make on a griddle, they’re perfect for a quick dinner or weekend treat.
Delicious Meatloaf // Step by Step ❤️
A classic American meatloaf made with a blend of lean and 80/20 ground beef, soaked whole‑wheat bread, fresh vegetables, and a sweet‑tangy ketchup glaze. Easy to assemble, baked with steam for extra moisture, and perfect for leftovers or sandwiches.
Perfect Puffy Tacos to Brag about every time // Beef ❤️
Crispy, puffed corn taco shells filled with a savory Mexican‑style ground beef mixture, topped with fresh avocado, lettuce, cheese and salsa. A fun twist on classic tacos that’s perfect for a quick dinner or taco night.
Jalapeno Onion Burger
A hearty, juicy beef burger loaded with super‑thin caramelized onions and spicy jalapeno, finished with classic condiments and melted Jack cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner or a satisfying weekend treat.
Delicious Leftover Ham and Orzo Casserole ❤️
A comforting, cheesy casserole that transforms leftover ham and quick‑cooking orzo into a hearty main dish. Perfect for a quick dinner served with a simple salad and crusty bread.
MEATLOAF!! DELICIOUS ❤
A comforting American meatloaf made with a mix of lean and 80/20 ground beef, soaked wheat bread, fresh vegetables, and a sweet‑savory ketchup glaze. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, this recipe is perfect for dinner and makes great leftovers for sandwiches.
PIZZA SUPREME! PEPPERONI AND SAUSAGE! ❤ (Made from scratch)
A step‑by‑step guide to making a homemade supreme pizza from scratch, featuring a flavorful herb‑infused dough, a bright tomato‑paste sauce, seasoned Italian sausage, and a generous mix of cheese and fresh toppings. Perfect for a family dinner or weekend treat.
STEAK FRIES / How to make /Perfectly seasoned oven fries
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these oven baked steak fries are a healthier alternative to deep‑fried fries. Perfect as a side for burgers, hot dogs, or grilled steak, they’re seasoned with Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and a blend of spices for maximum flavor.
Easy Hearty Lasagna Soup ❤️
A hearty, one‑pot Italian‑inspired lasagna soup that captures all the classic flavors of lasagna—ground beef, Italian sausage, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, and pasta—without the hassle of multiple dishes. Perfect for a cozy fall dinner.
Shepherd’s Pie / Cottage Pie ❤️
A comforting, classic British‑style Shepherd's Pie made with ground beef, vegetables, and a rich cheddar‑cheddar mashed potato topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a hearty weeknight dinner.