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Vigoron- Nicaraguan Special

Vigoron

Vigoron is a traditional recipe from Nicaragua. We love it because it has all the elements we look for in a bite. It is has the creaminess with the yuca, the crunchy chicharron and acidic and fresh slaw. It’s basically food perfection. Vigoron actually found it’s origin as street food in […]

Arepas Venezolano

Arepas Venezolanas

This Arepas Venezolanas Recipe will take you step by step so that you can feel confident in making this right at home. Arepas Venezolanas (Venezuelan Arepas) area a staple in any Venezuelan home, as well in many other Latin countries. Arepas are essentially just corn patties. However they really are […]

Spaghetti Squash

Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Roasted Spaghetti Squash is the perfect side this fall. It is such a warm and delicious side that can go with almost anything you are serving. You can use the noodles as a replacement for pasta, or stuff the squash for something extra special. If you haven’t really worked with […]

Instant Pot Dominican Pink beans

Instant Pot: Habichuelas Rosadas

This Instant Pot: Habichuelas Rosadas Recipe is going to give you a step by step guide to making authentic Dominican Pink Beans. During Hispanic Heritage Month, and really all year long, we will be featuring different dishes from different cultures. When you read and prepare recipes from different cultures it […]

Mini Roasted Peppers

Roasted Mini Peppers and Caper Cream

These roasted mini peppers with caper cream work great as an appetizer or side dish. The mini peppers are cooked just until softened. You want them to have some char to add loads of flavor, but you don’t want to overcook them or they will fall apart. You can serve […]

Cuban Rice Salad

Cuban Rice Salad

This Cuban Rice Salad is a twist on a classic dish. It’s packed with crunchy and fresh veggies that help bring it a whole new life. Growing up, my grandmother made rice every single day. Yes, even if there were mashed potatoes or French fries, she also made rice. The […]

Quick Congri Recipe- Cuban Black Bean Recipe

Quick Cuban Congri Recipe

This Quick Cuban Congri Recipe is so easy you can throw it together on a weeknight in under 30 minutes. Congri is a stable in the Cuban kitchen. It’s the perfect marriage of rice and beans. It’s also known as Moros y Cristianos and depending on the area in Cuba […]

Papitas Fritas Cuban French Fries

Papitas Fritas (Cuban French Fries)

This Papitas Fritas Recipe is your guide to making the most perfect Cuban French Fries. Is there anything better than homemade French fries? If your answer is yes then you’ve probably never tried Cuban papas fritas. Some like them cut in thick batons, others grew up eating them like thin […]

Platanos Maduros

Platanos Maduros (Cuban Plantain Recipe)

Platanos Maduros are a Cuban staple. Whether you like them love them or want to leave them, you will usually find them on the Cuban table. Cuban Plantain Recipes are pretty basic and universal. Since plantains become very sweet and delicious once they are ripe, there is not much you […]

Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin

Papas Gratinadas (Potatoes Au Gratin)

This Papas Gratinadas Recipe is a cheesy delicious Cuban twist on potatoes au gratin. Easy to follow and is a great side dish for a big holiday or even just a regular week day. Who doesn’t love Potatoes Au Gratin? Papas Gratinadas really are such a great side to serve […]