Category Archives: Latin
Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!
Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this
Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!
Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this
Bacalaitos
No, I had no business making these on a hot July day. For some reason I was craving them… Nothing compares to bacalaitos (cod fish fritters) deep fried and eaten seaside in Puerto Rico. Alas, I had to give those
Bacalaitos
No, I had no business making these on a hot July day. For some reason I was craving them… Nothing compares to bacalaitos (cod fish fritters) deep fried and eaten seaside in Puerto Rico. Alas, I had to give those
Queso Frito (fried cheese)
This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains). Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup
Queso Frito (fried cheese)
This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains). Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup
Mangu Recipe
This is a traditional dish from the Dominican Republic. I first tried it during college while visiting my dear friend Mirta’s Dominican family. It is often served with fried eggs, salami and/or fried cheese. This vegan option is delicious and
Mangu Recipe
This is a traditional dish from the Dominican Republic. I first tried it during college while visiting my dear friend Mirta’s Dominican family. It is often served with fried eggs, salami and/or fried cheese. This vegan option is delicious and
Guacamole Recipe
This recipe is so easy and delicious. I served it at my son’s birthday party a few weeks ago and folks loved it. Cut avocados in half. Remove skin and pits. Mash with fork until smooth. Add sofrito and mix
Guacamole Recipe
This recipe is so easy and delicious. I served it at my son’s birthday party a few weeks ago and folks loved it. Cut avocados in half. Remove skin and pits. Mash with fork until smooth. Add sofrito and mix
Recipes Using Sofrito
Here are links to the variety of recipes on this blog that use sofrito. These can be made without this convenient mixture of cilantro, peppers, garlic and onion- using sofrito just make the recipes easier and more delicious. I recommend
Recipes Using Sofrito
Here are links to the variety of recipes on this blog that use sofrito. These can be made without this convenient mixture of cilantro, peppers, garlic and onion- using sofrito just make the recipes easier and more delicious. I recommend
Arroz Con Dulce
I have fond memories of my Titi Elba’s Puerto Rican style rice pudding. It is traditionally made with coconut milk, spices and loads of sugar. This version is sugar free and it is yuuuummmmy, I promise you. (It also happens
Arroz Con Dulce
I have fond memories of my Titi Elba’s Puerto Rican style rice pudding. It is traditionally made with coconut milk, spices and loads of sugar. This version is sugar free and it is yuuuummmmy, I promise you. (It also happens
Garbanzos & Brown Rice
I love this recipe because it is so tasty and easy. Rice and beans with a salad or greens is a perfectly nutritious meal. I’ve even been known to have some for breakfast with a fried egg and hot sauce,
Garbanzos & Brown Rice
I love this recipe because it is so tasty and easy. Rice and beans with a salad or greens is a perfectly nutritious meal. I’ve even been known to have some for breakfast with a fried egg and hot sauce,
Sofrito!
If you are pressed for time and you like home-cooked nutritious meals for your family, this recipe is a MUST. You can freeze the mixture or keep in the back of your fridge. Sofrito (aka Puerto Rican mirepoix) is
Sofrito!
If you are pressed for time and you like home-cooked nutritious meals for your family, this recipe is a MUST. You can freeze the mixture or keep in the back of your fridge. Sofrito (aka Puerto Rican mirepoix) is
Collard Greens– Brazilian Style Couve
I love to cook and eat greens and was recently taught a way to revise how I had been cooking collards. A Brazilian friend cooked some for me (couve in Portuguese) and I was amazed how tender and tasty they
Collard Greens– Brazilian Style Couve
I love to cook and eat greens and was recently taught a way to revise how I had been cooking collards. A Brazilian friend cooked some for me (couve in Portuguese) and I was amazed how tender and tasty they
