Have you seen this beauty? I fell in love with this cake first of all because of it beautiful color, the crumb is fantastic as well. Then I loved it more because of how easy it is to make. Traditionally is frosted with brigadeiro but I use a chocolate ganache, I think it takes itContinue reading “Bolo de cenoura”
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Hot Garlic Butter Lobster
This is one of my favorite ways to make lobster meat unless is fresh and grilled in open fire. This goes perfect with tostones or mofongo, but really with anything. If you don’t like it hot you can skip the sambal but I would recommend just reducing the amount because the sambal sure brings someContinue reading “Hot Garlic Butter Lobster”
One Bowl Banana Yogurt Loaf
We shared our recipe for dairy free banana bread for those who are lactose intolerant or just looking for options, but what about adding yogurt for some extra protein? Although good bacteria in yogurt can be affected by heat when cooked you still get the nutrients including protein after cooking, besides those benefits we shouldContinue reading “One Bowl Banana Yogurt Loaf”
Bread Pudding
Have you ever had so many breads laying around and didn’t know what to do with it? Got some stale bread from a few days that hardened? This is the perfect recipe for that! You get to clean all the bread you got around and haven’t eaten but we’re turning it into something new andContinue reading “Bread Pudding”
Dairy Free Banana Bread
Got some bananas turning brown? Let them be, you can turn them into something tasty and healthy. If you like baking you know most recipes call for 2 or 3 at most so you’re still left with some bananas if you bought a few, but that’s over! This is also a dairy free recipe soContinue reading “Dairy Free Banana Bread”
Blueberry Jam
Are you a jam fan too? I’m always making jams specially when fruits are in season, they are in their prime and at the best price, this way you can save for later when they’re not in season or the prices are higher. Jams are not only good for toasts, you can make desserts, vinaigrettes,Continue reading “Blueberry Jam”
Buñuelos
Buñuelos de viento (wind fritters) are crunchy and sweet wheat flour-based fritters mostly served as dessert or snack. Buñuelos de Viento or Buñuelos de Molde are made with iron molds, unlike the more traditional Mexican buñuelos that are made by spreading the dough and forming circles (like a flour tortilla or arepa) that are thenContinue reading “Buñuelos”
Polvorones vs Mantecados
The debate between polvorones and mantecados being the same thing has been around for some time but remember that when it comes to food one ingredient can make a whole different thing with a different name, kid of like the difference between ice cream and gelato, bolognese and ragú, you get the picture. Now, let’sContinue reading “Polvorones vs Mantecados”
Flan de coco
Making flan doesn’t need to be a hassle. Of course, I always suggest the freshest and highest quality product as I’m sure it makes a big difference in most recipes but canned products can work too, not everyone can find coconuts and make milk and everything from scratch so this recipe works great for anyoneContinue reading “Flan de coco”
Bacalaitos
This is one of the most traditional foods in Puerto Rico. This thin and crispy cod fritters can be found all over the island, mainly in the north coast and are loved by many. These are usually made big as a plate but in this case I’m making them small to serve as an appetizer.Continue reading “Bacalaitos”