About the Show

Professional chef and cookbook author Marcela Valladolid prepares a fresh take on Mexican food and shares simple and authentic recipes in her series, Mexican Made Easy. Marcela, inspired by her dual Mexican and Southern Californian upbringing, transforms stereotypes of the cuisine into healthy and easy-to-prepare Mexican meals. Whether serving home-cooked dinner for her son or entertaining friends and family, Marcela brings to the table fresh flavor that fits all tastes.

About the Host

Marcela Valladolid

Marcela grew up around expert cooks and shares her passion for food as a host on The Kitchen, as a judge on Best Baker in America and in her cooking show, Mexican Made Easy.

Most Popular Recipes

All Mexican Made Easy Recipes

Caramelized Butternut Squash

Mexican Frittata

Mexican Coffee Milkshake

Baja-Style Ahi Tuna Tartare

Strawberry Daiquiri

Mexican Ricotta Cheesecakes with Apple and Cranberry Compote

Lobster Agua Chile

Spicy Guacamole with Jalapeno-Mango and Chips

Shredded Pork and Bean Panuchos with Pickled Habanero and Onions (Cochinita Pibil)

Baja-Style Limeade

Mexican Mini-Pizzas

Tilapia Ceviche

Brussels Sprouts Supreme

Stuffed Poblano Chiles ("Chiles Rellenos")

Churro Bites

Baked Mexican Cheese Sticks

Chocoflan

Spicy Shrimp and Mushroom Casserole

Roasted Pork Loin with Pineapple Glaze

Strawberry-Cucumber Margarita

Gruyere Rolls with Pecan-Chile Salsa

Sweet Cinnamon Flavored Oatmeal Drink ("Horchata")

Shrimp Enchiladas with Guajillo Salsa

Crunchy Garden Salad

Fried Black Bean Filled Tortillas (Panuchos)

Watermelon and Mint "Agua Fresca" (Fresh Fruit-Blended Water)

Mexican Summer Salad