Cuban Recipes
Plátanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains)
One of my all-time favorite desserts is a bowl of vanilla ice cream and Cuban plátanos maduros – an iconic side dish made from overripe, black sweet plantains!
Cuban Papas Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)
Cuban papas rellenas are little orbs of perfection – deep fried, breaded mashed potato balls stuffed with a ground beef picadillo hash. A guaranteed hit at every party!
Cuban Mojo Sauce
Cuban Mojo Sauce (typically just called “mojo”) is a classic condiment that is a must-have for so many different things.
Cuban Picadillo
Cuban Picadillo is a champion in the realm of simple, home-style comfort foods!
Cuban Tostones con Mojo
One of the most famous and popular Cuban recipes, Tostones con Mojo are fried green plantains served with a sour orange and garlic marinade.
Frijoles Negros (Cuban Black Beans)
Authentic, briney Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) are a staple of Cuban cooking and possibly my all-time favorite black bean dish.
American Southwest and Mexican Recipes
New Mexican Style Red Chile Sauce
New Mexican Style Red Chile Sauce straight out of The Land of Enchantment – enchilada sauce doesn’t get better than this!
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Mom’s Banana Bread
This light, cakey and perfectly sweet banana bread recipe is a classic in my family! It’s killer served for breakfast or a snack, generously spread with butter or cream cheese.
Hatch Chiles Rellenos
Could there be anything better than perfect Hatch chiles rellenos? I’m inclined to think not.
The Ultimate Fricasé de Pollo
This is the Ultimate Fricasé de Pollo (Cuban chicken fricassee) recipe! Marinated drumsticks are simmered until tender in a wonderful combination of olives, potatoes, and Cuban flavors!
Ultra Umami Mushroom Gravy
The reward at the end of this simple recipe is a luxurious, umami-packed, ultra thick mushroom gravy perfect for pasta, potatoes, biscuits and so much more!
Hoisin Maple Oven Salmon (+ the BEST way to cook salmon!)
An impressive but simple dish, this Hoisin Maple Oven Salmon recipe is primarily a vessel for me to talk about the BEST way to cook salmon!
Best-Ever Black Bean Patties
Perfect veggie black bean patties that hold together and never get dry!
New Mexican Style Stacked Enchiladas
Stacked enchiladas are a New Mexican specialty – delicious perfection for breakfast or dinner!
Swedish Recipes
Swedish Pancakes
Swedish pancakes are a unique but classic breakfast item that you definitely need in your life.
