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Calabacitas Recipe

This simple vegetable-based dish invites families to share a nourishing meatless meal during Lent. Cooking and eating together creates moments of connection and reflection around the table. This recipe supports Lenten traditions through shared time and mindful simplicity.

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La Familia’s Catechesis, a 501(c)3 nonprofit in Texas, is dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican-American Catholic traditions. Our mission is to support families and parishes in embracing their cultural heritage through resources like books, games, and recipes, fostering meaningful connections between faith and culture. 

We aim to provide families with engaging catechetical materials that highlight rituals, food, and faith practices. Our goal is to ensure these rich traditions are passed down, even as family structures and communities change.

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