Johnny Sanchez House Margarita Recipes

Steps:

• Moisten the rim of a short glass with a lime wedge, then dip in kosher salt; fill with ice. Combine 2 ounces tequila, 1 ounce orange liqueur (such as Cointreau), 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice and 1/4 ounce each fresh orange juice and agave nectar in a shaker with ice. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Steps:

• Put a handful of ice into a shaker.
• Add all ingredients and shake. Pour the drink into a 12-ounce margarita glass (salt the rim first, if you want).
• Garnish with a lime wedge on a toothpick, add a straw, and serve.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. Line 20 muffin cups with paper liners. Combine the first 5 ingredients. Beat on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium 2 minutes., Fill prepared cups half full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons lime juice, meringue powder and water. Whisk until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar, shortening, and remaining lime juice. Beat until smooth; frost cupcakes. If desired, garnish with lime zest and slices.