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Latin America

With fantastic flavors and familiar ingredients incredible Latin American food can be made in your own home.  You can make easy weeknight food that the whole family will love, including kids, with these easy tips!

In the United States, the most commonly associated food with Latin America is Mexican food.  Although many of the countries share similar ingredients and flavors, there is a whole world of flavor beyond tortillas, tacos, and burritos!

Check out my resources for adding this cuisine to your family’s meal plan, including A Kids Guide to Latin American Food and Kids Picture Books About Latin American Food for more tips and tricks.

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Kid Friendly Latin American Food Recipes:

Try these easy weeknight recipes to explore Latin American flavors at home! Some of our family favorites are Gallo Pinto Breakfast Bowls, Mexican Street Corn, and Arepas con Queso.

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Easy Pineapple Salsa

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Seasoned Black Beans

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Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Simple Black Bean Dip

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How to Throw A Mexican Dinner Party

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Easy Cocadas Recipe – Mexican Coconut Candies

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Easy Tex-Mex Migas Recipe

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Mexican Green Rice Recipe

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Slow Cooker Mole Chicken Tacos

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Shredded Cuban Beef Bowl (Slow Cooker)

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Chimichurri Ground Beef and Rice Recipe

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Gallo Pinto Recipe – Costa Rican Breakfast Rice and Beans Bowl

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Southwest Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

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Flank Steak Tacos

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Easy Slow Cooker Pork Posole

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Kid-Friendly Easy Beef Empanada Recipe

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Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup

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Sweet Corn Salsa

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Mexican Turkey and Rice Casserole

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Southwest Sweet Potato Hash

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Ground Pork Tacos

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Crock Pot Spicy Pork Loin

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Cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole Recipe

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