Gnudi are a tasty Tuscan, Italian favorite consisting of ricotta dough balls that got their name from the English word nude, or naked. Gnudi are gnocchi-like dumplings made with ricotta cheese and spinach instead of potato. Unlike gnocchi which are found in most regions of Italy, gnudi are primarily found in the Tuscany region. InContinue reading “Ricotta Gnudi”
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Cashew Dip
The first time I tried this recipe, I fell in love with it; this dip is delicious, filling, and easy to make. This kind of preparation is what most vegans would call “cheese” or “cashew cheese.” I don’t call it cheese since there is not one thing reminding me of cheese in it; in myContinue reading “Cashew Dip”
Pectin
This time the recipe is not for a dish but for a clever and useful solution. Have you heard about pectin before? Pectin is a high-molecular-weight carbohydrate polymer present in virtually all plants, where it contributes to the cell structure. The term pectin covers several polymers, which vary according to their molecular weight, chemical configuration,Continue reading “Pectin”
Oat Breakfast Drinks
Oats, formally named Avena sativa, is a cereal grain from the Poaceae grass family of plants. The grain refers specifically to the edible seeds of oat grass, which is what ends up in our breakfast bowls, or in this case, a drink. Whether loved or hated for their mushy yet hearty texture when cooked, oats are most prizedContinue reading “Oat Breakfast Drinks”
Flan
I have heard several times, including on television, that flan is believed to be a Mexican dessert. But if we go to the origins of this delicious delicacy, we realize that it was actually born on the other side of the world. The oldest known records of what gave rise to the flan we knowContinue reading “Flan”
Arroz con gandules
Arroz con gandules is a combination of rice, pigeon peas, and pork cooked in the same pot with a Puerto Rican-style sofrito. It is the flagship dish of Puerto Rican cuisine, especially on holidays, being also very popular in the Caribbean and northern South America. Traditionally is topped with a banana leaf while cooking, addingContinue reading “Arroz con gandules”
Gluten-Free One Bowl Loaf
This recipe is really straightforward, delicious and you don’t need any equipment, you can mix all the ingredients in one bowl with a spoon, whisk, or spatula, and bake it, that’s it! The recipe calls for buttermilk to make it a little softer and you can always go the extra mile by separating the eggContinue reading “Gluten-Free One Bowl Loaf”
One Bowl Blueberry Loaf
I have been using this recipe for many years now. It is definitely delicious but is my go-to mainly because of how easy it is and its versatility. This is my kind of recipe, the one you can play with and alter to your liking or use as a base, in some preparations like bread,Continue reading “One Bowl Blueberry Loaf”
Tostones
Plantains, native to Southeast Asia, were introduced to the Caribbean in the early 16th century. They made their way along trade routes to Africa and were brought to the Caribbean by the Spanish and African slave traders. They quickly adapted to the region’s tropical environment and rapidly dispersed throughout Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, quickly becomingContinue reading “Tostones”
Tea Room Lemon Pound Cake
This recipe is claimed to be the authentic recipe for the famous Ritz Carlton Hotel 1920’s Tea Room Lemon Pound Cake. This recipe is one of those lent down from generation to generation, so it is hard to tell, but either way, it is scrumptious. You won’t regret trying it. I have been using thisContinue reading “Tea Room Lemon Pound Cake”