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I forget about meatloaf and I don’t know why. We love it. It’s goes together quickly. It practically bakes itself and damn, it’s just so delicious. And best of all, it makes great sandwiches. I’ve already given you Roadhouse Meatloaf, but you should have this one, too. Continue reading
I can’t believe I haven’t posted this before. Yes, The Goddess was holding out on you, and after you make this you’ll be ticked that she did. But, she’s trying to redeem herself here. It’s time to share. These will grace your appetizer table over and over. The combinations of flavor and texture are just sublime. 
Fresh chorizo is a good thing to know how to make. It makes great meatballs and patties, as well as an excellent stuffing for dates. 
Picadillo is a favorite of The Latin Lover and the Progeny. We like it a bit on the soupier side, because we serve it with or over rice and usually black beans and fried ripe plantains (maduros). So The Goddess decided to throw caution to the wind and combine these flavors. I mean, why not? 
Do you know anyone who doesn’t love egg rolls? If you do, immediately remove those culinary Philistines from your Christmas list. This bowl of goodness may just make a convert out of them. I really think you’re going to love these. 
That’s right…those Cubans even have their own version of a burger…the Frita. This is a burger made with pork or a combination of beef and pork, seasoned, fried, placed on a bun, drizzled with a creamy sauce and shoestring potato sticks all over the top. I’ll just let you think about that for a moment…. 
It’s the time of year when the buffet table is front and center for many celebrations. At least at The Goddess’s house, it is. And The Latin Lover has been eating all sorts of good Cuban food in Miami and he’s returning for the holidays…his gift to me, whether he knows it or not! This Pastel de Picadillo Cubano is perfect for him. 
