The omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon will help lower your cholesterol. Salmon also helps speed up your metabolism which can help lower your blood sugar level which in turn decreases your risk of developing diabetes. Make it a very Good Friday with this salmon recipe. Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 4-6 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each […]
Pastel de Choclo is an incredibly popular dish in Chile. It is typically made with ground been and chicken. It is a sweet and savory dish and the perfect comfort food. In this recipe, we used lamb for the protein. Pasture fed lamb can be very healthy as it can be a significant source of omega-3 […]
This stew, most commonly known as Sancocho is a traditional dish in Dominican Republic that is usually prepared for special occasions like Dominican Independence Day or on the weekends where one would have more time to prepare such an extensive dish. Sancocho contains a mix of vegetables and roots such as yautia, pumpkin, plantains, cassava, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A Three Kings Day recipe recommendation. This South American specialty is easy and sure to please a crowd without the hassle of preparing individual tamales. Serves 6-8. Featured on Fox News Latino. 2 pounds boneless center pork chops, trimmed of fat 8 cups water 1 medium onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons salt […]
This is a no fuss cocktail party recipe that is sure to impress your guests this New Year’s Eve. Cooking with Serrano ham is not complicated. It simply adds flavor and is a compliment to many dishes whether it’s served hot or cold. The ham is easily digestible and contains high levels of acidic and […]
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 […]
