09 Saturday Nov 2019
Posted in Celery, Garlic, Gluten Free, Legumes, Make Ahead, Onions, Orange, Peppers, Side Dishes, Spinach, Vegetarian
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bell pepper, Celery, cilantro, dry white wine, Lentils, olive oil, Onions, Orange, sherry vinegar, Spices, Spinach
Lentils make a nice “bed” for some lovely roasted chicken. Or a piece of grilled fish or pork chop. Think lentils, instead of rice, pasta or potatoes. And lentils offer some terrific vitamins and minerals, too. Oh yes, did I mention they are also delicious? Continue reading
02 Saturday Nov 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Green beans, Legumes, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
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bell pepper, Celery, Dijon mustard, Garlic, Green beans, honey, olive oil, onion, radishes, sherry vinegar, sugar, tri-bean blend legumes
We ate a lot of Three Bean Salad when I was a kid. During the summer, my mother made it frequently. I think it was because we all liked it, it made a huge batch and it kept well. All that, and we had almost everything growing in the garden. I started with her recipe, then took a flying leap! Continue reading
23 Saturday Feb 2019
Posted in Cuban, Gluten Free, Ground beef, Main Course, Make Ahead
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beef broth, bell peppers, capers, diced tomatoes, dry white wine, Garlic, green olives, Ground beef, Onions, raisins, sherry vinegar, Spices, tomato paste
Every Cuban woman (or man, I suppose) knows how to make Picadillo. It’s quick and delicious, but it’s never as good as “mami makes”! Some things transcend cultures, don’t they? I learned how to make this from my mother-in-law and from The Latin Lover’s great-aunt, both damn fine cooks. It’s a very valuable recipe to have. Continue reading
11 Thursday Oct 2018
Posted in Beef, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Spanish, Spices
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almonds, beef broth, bell peppers, Bread, chuck steak, fresh herbs, Garlic, honey, olive oil, olives, Onions, plum tomatoes, sherry vinegar, Spices, white wine
This sauce is incredibly complex and absolutely delicious, with flavors leaning well into Spain and wandering just a bit into Portugal. Sherry vinegar, smoked paprika, cinnamon, olives, orange and almonds are significant players in both countries, tracing their roots back to the Moorish habitation of the peninsula for some 700 years. Make certain you have good bread to mop. You don’t want to miss a drop! Continue reading
31 Wednesday Jan 2018
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ball park mustard, bread & butter pickles, cream cheese, garlic granules, Ham, parsley flakes, red onion, roasted red peppers, sherry vinegar, Worcestershire sauce
The original Cuban Ham Dip is delicious. It is. But, it’s evolved. The Latin Lover likes the evolution. He thinks it’s even better than the original. It still has a smoky, sweet-sharp flavor, and it’s still creamy and robust. But, it’s more complex. It makes a great sandwich. Or maybe a Super Bowl slider? Continue reading
03 Thursday Aug 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Legumes, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Salads, Supper, Tuna, Vegetarian Option
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black olives, cannellini beans, capers, Dijon mustard, olive oil, red onion, roasted garlic cloves, roasted red peppers, sherry vinegar, Tuna
Those hot summer nights, when you just can’t turn on the stove, this salad makes a terrific supper. But, don’t limit yourself, as this “salad” can be an appetizer, too. It’s simple and simply delicious. Continue reading
09 Saturday Jan 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Vinaigrettes
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Chives, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Garlic, honey, lemon juice, rice wine vinegar, Shallots, sherry vinegar, tarragon
KayJay, the love of The Eldest One’s life, is a treasure. And on top of that, she makes some of the best salads you will ever care to eat. They are works of art, I tell ‘ya, and this one is no different. The salad is excellent, but the Dijon-Tarragon Vinaigrette is spectacularly good. Continue reading
01 Saturday Aug 2015
Posted in Appetizers, Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead, Soup, Spanish, Vegetarian
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bell peppers, cucumber, Garlic, lemon juice, onion, radishes, sherry vinegar, Spices, tomato juice, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Gazpacho is the perfect summer soup. In Andalusia, it’s smooth, unctuous and creamy. The Goddess loves that version. She could bathe in that version. But, she’s also just a tad unconventional, so she also really likes a slightly chunkier version with bits of crunchy vegetables, too. That’s what this is! Continue reading
02 Thursday Jul 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
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Basil, bell peppers, honey, olive oil, onion, sherry vinegar
This dish not only tastes fantastic, it’s gorgeous, can be made ahead and can be served either warm or at room temperature. It tastes of summer and is a perfect addition to any BBQ…the Fourth of July is around the corner. Continue reading
