Plantains are a staple in tropical regions and most of Latin America including Brazil. They’re a great source of potassium and dietary fiber. Green, yellow, fried, baked, boiled, grilled or sauteed, there is not one cooking style that hasn’t been explored with this versatile banana that is treated the same way as potatoes. In this recipe, […]

Turkey is naturally low in fat and are known to contain nutrients to keep blood cholesterol down, protect against birth defects, cancer and heart disease, aid in nerve function and growth, boost the immune system, regulate blood pressure, and assist in healing processes.  Pork, affectionately known as the other white meat, is a bit tricky when […]

It’s a perfect warm treat when upon returning from a ski run (falling down the bunny slope in my case).  Thank you to Sophia Aladenoye for making the soup request!  Keep them coming! Also, take notice of the extra thumb pictured on the 5th slide.  That’s my hubby, Axel making his cameo appearance. Haha! Featured on […]

This dish was inspired Rachel Ufer, who loves apple crisps so of course, I added a Latin twist.  Many of my dishes come from everyday conversation with people I speak to so feel free to make a suggestion of something you would like to see.  Enjoy! The pectin in apples lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. People who eat two […]