MTM Celebrates Cinco de Mayo

Happy Cinco de Mayo, Northern Michigan!

Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday celebrating the date of the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862.

Cinco de Mayo is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico but in the United States it has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage.

We’re kicking off our celebration with some tasty, easy-to-make recipes.

Kid-Friendly Margarita

Ingredients:

• 12 oz Frozen Limeade
• 4 cups Water
• ¼ cup Agave Nectar
• 1.5 cups Ice
• Salt, Lime Wedges (For a garnish)
• *Adults can add alcohol if desired 

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients into a blender and blend!
2. Pour in glass and add salt and lime for your garnish and enjoy! 

Slow-Cooker Queso Dip

Ingredients:

• 1lb Ground Beef
• 1 Yellow Onion
• 2/3 cup water
• 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Mix
• 32 oz Velveeta Cheese
• 2 cans Diced Tomatoes
• 1 Jalapeno (optional)

Directions:

1. Pre-cook beef.
2. Add all ingredients into slow cooker.
3. Cook on high for 2 hours or until all the cheese has melted.
4. Serve and enjoy with chips.

Guacamole

Ingredients:

• 3 Avocados
• 2 Roma Tomatoes
• ½ Cup Red Onion
• 1 Lime
• 3tbsp Cilantro
• 1 tsp Garlic
• Jalapeno (optional)

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Squeeze in lime juice.
3. Combine until it reaches your desired Consistency.
4. Serve and enjoy with chips!