Aah! Soft, flaky, mouthwatering puff pastry. Just the mention of this heavenly carbohydrate makes me close my eyes and dream of the endless possibilities, like spicy beef puff pastry appetizers, for example. Pastelitos de carne, as they are called in Latin America, are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks. My family loves them too! You…
Appetizers
Mango Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Mangoes have been around for thousands of years. If you are interested, please read more about mangoes in my article that details their history. Mango Black Bean Salsa is what I would call Fusion cuisine. It is neither Latin American or Caribbean, however, it utilizes ingredients that are native to that cuisine. Mango Black Bean…
Shrimp Ceviche Recipe
Here are step by step instructions on how to make shrimp ceviche at home. This Latin American recipe shows how to cook the shrimp in the lime juice while refrigerated. This makes a great appetizer and is very healthy. Shrimp ceviche is delicious and a very nice variation on the traditional ceviche which is prepared…
Avocado, Mango, Queso Fresco Toast Recipe
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias Inc., and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #VidaAguacate #ToastYourHeritage #HispanicHeritageMonth #CollectiveBias I could eat Avocados From Mexico every day, because they are always so fresh, creamy and always delicious. I am glad they are always in season. There are so many flavor combinations you can…
Hummus Made With Greek Yogurt Recipe
Every Middle Eastern country seems to have their own special hummus recipe. There is some argument among food historians whether this dish originated in Greece or Arabia. Hummus is easy to make and takes only a few minutes. If you have a food processor, you can make hummus. I especially love my hummus topped with…
Kofta Kari – Lamb Meatballs in Spicy Curry Sauce
Today I bring you Kofta Kari, a dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is spicy, tasty, rich and oh so easy to make. Better yet, it can be served as a main dish or as an appetizer. I absolutely love it when a dish has multiple personalities, don’t you? Kofta Kari is a traditional meat…
Creamy Curry Chicken Salad Wraps
Wrap it up baby! It seems that everyone, everywhere is eating wraps these days. And, why not? They are tasty and handy; plus the possibilities are endless. Just for you today, I’ve made creamy curry chicken salad wraps. They are good enough for lunch and dinner. Actually we’re getting together with some friends tonight, and…
Seven Sensational Mango Recipes
So, seven sensational mango recipes! Why seven? Well, seven is not an overwhelming number, and also happens to be my favorite number. Mangoes are also one of my favorite fruits. They’re sweet, soft, delicious and can be used in oh so many ways. There are also over 400 varieties of mangoes each with their own characteristics….
Fantastic Fourth of July Ideas
I cannot believe that the Fourth of July is here, just around the proverbial corner. As much as I love this holiday, its arrival reminds me that summer is half way over. Indeed, for someone living in the frozen north and not a lover of snow, I greet this holiday with apprehension. Nevertheless, I have…
Cannellini Bean, Parsley, Tomato, Red Onion Salad
This recipe is a new take on a bean salad I published a while back. Cannellini bean, parsley, tomato, red onion salad is perfect for a hot summer night or day. You can use this dish in so many ways, and this is why I absolutely love it. For starters you can serve it as an appetizer…
Easy Chicken Enchiladas with Jalapeno White Sauce
This post for easy chicken enchiladas with jalapeno white sauce has been compensated by Goya Foods. All opinions are mine alone. #Goya I want the whole enchilada! YUP, I do. Here’s to an old favorite made entirely from scratch and topped with a creamy white sauce. Okay, I did not make the cheese or the…
Spicy Shrimp Sushi Bowl
A while ago I wrote a post about going to my Japanese co worker’s house to experience sushi making from an expert. Sushi: The Sacred Union of Land and Sea” as my co worker called it. The history of sushi is indeed fascinating, dating back to 2,000 years ago when rice was first cultivated in Japan….
10 Terrific Super Bowl Appetizers
Yikes, Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner. Are you hosting? Do you know what you are making? Are you invited to a party? Do you know what you are taking. Here are 10 Terrific Super Bowl Appetizers to make your life just a bit easier. These are all a cinch to make. Make…
Mini Beef Empanadas – Savory Turnovers
Empanadas are savory turnovers common throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Every country has their own variation of seasonings and ingredients adapted of course to regional taste and culinary traditions. In Spanish, the word empanada literally means breaded. The name was most likely acquired due to the fact that this a savory filling wrapped in…
Authentic Tortilla Espanola – Spanish Potato Pie
Tortilla Espanola is a simple delicious dish that can be served as a main meal or appetizer. In Spain the country of origin of this wonderful dish, it features prominently as a tapas (appetizer) and is served cut in small portions. At home we normally enjoy this dish accompanied with a healthy helping of salad…
