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Zero Dark and Dirty Martinis
Showing my appreciation for the Academy awards this evening with this Dark and Dirty martini. What makes it dark? arakú, a rum and coffee liqueur. What makes it dirty? arakú, it’s so good, you can’t just have one. Makes 2 martinis Ingredients 4 parts arakú 2 parts heavy cream red sprinkles, optional Directions Rim martini […]
Life of emPi-nadas
This Oscar Sunday, make these flavorful empanadas Life of Pi style. In the book, the character talks about some of his favorite foods, one of them being Korma. Korma is a very flavorful vegetable dish made with curry and heavy cream. For this recipe, we’ve added shrimp considering the main character was at sea. Makes about 40 […]
Chorizo and Peppers Hoagie
Use low or fat free cheese and hollow out some hoagie bread does not make it a healthy sandwich but it is a better option. Serve up this slightly revised recipe of your typical sausage and peppers sandwich this Super Bowl Sunday or any day for that matter. Ingredients: 14 ounces chorizo, sliced 1 large […]
Not My Mama’s Empanadas with Avocado Cream
My sister said it best when she read the recipe suggested this recipe title. She said, “wow, this is not your typical Dominican/Puerto Rican empanada.” When Latinos think about empanadas, it’s usually the fried Caribbean style we grew up with that mom used to make and probably still does. But these are not your typical […]
Mexican Hot Chocolate with Easy Cheesy Brazilian Bread
This Mexican hot chocolate is popular during the Christmas holiday and is especially welcoming during those cold winter mornings. The cornmeal ingredient makes it filling (almost a meal) and loaded with health benefits such as help lower cholesterol and help manage diabetes. Accompanied by a light cheesy Brazilian bread, it makes for a great quick and healthy […]
Papa a la Huancaína with Seared Scallops
This Peruvian potato salad is topped with a spicy creamy cheese sauce that is enjoyed during the holiday season. In this recipe, we added seared scallops which provide a great source of vitamin B12, an important nutrient for cardiovascular health.Serves 8. Featured on Fox News Latino Ingredients • 8 Medium to large yukon potatoes • […]
Coconut Christmas Coquito
Although not healthy by any means, it just wouldn’t be the holidays without some coquito. In this recipe, we did manage to cut back a bit on the sweet and replaced by using fat free milk. Here’s to saving a few calories this holiday season. Serves 6. Featured on Fox News Latino Ingredients 1- 15 […]
Brown Rice Chicken, Chorizo and Shrimp Paella
Brown rice gets a bad wrap but if you pair it with the right spices, you will be converted. The process used to convert brown rice into white rice destroys more than half its nutrients. This rice is high in fiber, lowers cholesterol and helps prevent weight gain. What’s not to love? This is also […]
Turkey “Leftover” Acorn Boats
Winter squash such as acorn contain a good amount of vitamin C which is about one-third of the daily value in every cup and has anti-inflammatory benefits. Paired with Thanksgiving leftovers star ingredient, the turkey, you’re adding high protein to your meal as well. This dish is simple, versatile and will impress unexpected guests that are […]
Pumpkin Mango Mousse Trifle
This recipe is low in every way. Low in calories. Low in carbs. Low in sugar. Low in fat. After eating a bountiful Thanksgiving meal, this light dessert is a perfect finish for your crowd. Makes 12 servings. Featured on Fox News Latino Ingredients 2 pkg. (1.5 to 2 oz. each) vanilla flavor fat free sugar […]
