7 Spices and Seasonings for Weight Loss & Metabolism

A colorful spread of healthy wraps, fresh herbs, and assorted spices including cumin, turmeric, and red chile powder.

If you’re searching for simple, flavorful spices for weight loss, you don’t need to look further than your own pantry. While butter, oils, and sauces can weigh meals down, spices and herbs bring deep flavor without extra calories. The right seasonings keep your meals exciting and support your metabolism. At Loma Vista Products, we know the secret to healthy cooking … Read More

Everything You Need To Know About Cooking Dried Posole

A bowl of traditional New Mexican red chile posole with chicken, hominy, lime, cilantro, and radish slices on a rustic wooden table.

When the weather cools, few dishes say comfort food quite like a steaming bowl of posole. Learning how to cook dried posole unlocks a depth of flavor and texture that canned hominy just can’t match. But if you’ve only ever used canned, you’re missing out on what makes this New Mexican staple truly special. At Loma Vista Products, we know … Read More

Why Posole Is the Lucky New Year’s Day Dish of New Mexico

A bowl of New Mexican red chile posole topped with shredded lettuce, sliced radish, and crispy tostadas, served on a wooden table beside tacos.

If you’re looking for a New Year’s day food that brings both warmth and good fortune, you’ll find it simmering on stoves across New Mexico in the form of posole. This humble bowl of hominy, chile, and slow-cooked meat has become a symbol of comfort and celebration in the Southwest. At Loma Vista Products, we celebrate the dishes that carry … Read More

The Tamalada Tradition: A New Mexican Christmas Gathering

Hands preparing tamales during a tamalada, with corn husks, masa, vegetables, and seasoned meat filling spread across the table for a holiday gathering.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make tamales or why they hold such a special place in New Mexico, the answer is bigger than the recipe itself. Across the Southwest, tamales are a celebratory holiday dish. Every December, kitchens fill with the smell of red chile and masa to gather for the beloved tamalada. At Loma Vista Products, we honor … Read More

Sugar & Spice: Cinnamon, Anise, and Chile in Popular New Mexican Sweets

A plate of golden churros dusted with cinnamon sugar, dipped in chocolate sauce, and served with coffee.

If you’ve ever tasted traditional Mexican desserts, you know sweetness is only half the story. In New Mexican desserts, every cookie, pastry, and chocolate comes with a hint of warmth. Cinnamon for comfort, anise for nostalgia, and a touch of chile heat for surprise and interest. At Loma Vista Products, we celebrate that perfect balance of sweet and spice with … Read More

From Tamales to Posole: New Mexican Holiday Recipes With Loma Vista

A festive holiday table filled with hot dishes surrounded by Christmas lights and decorations.

When the holidays arrive, New Mexico kitchens come alive with the smell of red chile, cinnamon, and corn masa. From Christmas tamales to bowls of warm posole, every dish tells a story of family, celebration, and home life. At Loma Vista Products, we believe holiday cooking should honor tradition while keeping things simple and flavorful. Our chiles, spices, and traditional … Read More

Low-Sodium Meals, Max Flavor: 5 Salt-Free Blends for Healthier Cooking

Chef holding a saucepan over a cooktop with bell peppers steaming inside, surrounded by jars of colorful spices and herbs on a rustic table—highlighting salt-free cooking with low sodium seasoning blends.

Trying to cut back on salt but not on flavor? With the right salt-free seasoning blends, low sodium dishes can be just as rich, savory, and satisfying. Whether you’re managing blood pressure or just cooking more consciously, low sodium recipes can turn healthy dishes into craveable favorites. At Loma Vista Products, we’re all about real Southwestern flavors without unnecessary fillers. … Read More

Family-Friendly Corn Husk DIY Crafts Inspired by Southwest Heritage

Hands painting a small white pumpkin on a fall craft table with leaves, paints, and candles, showcasing typical Thanksgiving crafts.

Ever save the husks after a Thanksgiving feast and wonder what else you could do with them? In the Southwest, corn husk dolls and festive decorations have long been part of seasonal gatherings. They add warmth and meaning to the harvest season. At Loma Vista Products, we honor the deep ties between food, culture, and creativity. Corn has always been … Read More

What Is the Scoville Scale? A Brief FAQ Guide for Pepper Spice

Bowl of bright yellow habanero peppers and red chile de árbol peppers, showing different heat levels on the Scoville heat scale.

Why does one pepper make you sweat, another makes you cry, and a third barely tickles? The answer comes down to the Scoville heat scale. This spicy measurement has ranked peppers for more than 100 years, giving us a way to compare chile heat in numbers and not just in tears. At Loma Vista Products, we celebrate the rich flavors … Read More

How To Cook Red Chile Pods To Use in Sauces, Tamales, and More

Close-up of dried red chile pods on a rustic burlap cloth, showing their deep red color and wrinkled texture, great for making red chile sauces, enchilada sauces, tamales, birria, posole, and more.

Dried red chile pods are these deep red, wrinkled peppers that form the backbone of countless Southwestern and Mexican recipes. From velvety enchilada sauces to the base of a rich stew, they’re a staple in New Mexican kitchens for a good reason. At Loma Vista Products, we believe that the best dishes start with quality ingredients and time-honored methods. Our … Read More