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Sweet and Savory Slow Cooked Cuban Picadillo

There is not one Cuban dish I have tried that I didn’t like and this one is no exception.  This is a no fuss Cuban-style hash recipe using lean meat and flavors that will create a party in your mouth.  The slow cook process also lets the flavors slowly blend in. Traditionally, it is served over white […]

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Peruvian Baked Chicken

Traditionally, this chicken is prepared with the skin on but in this recipe, it’s been removed in order to keep the chicken low in fat and calories.  Quick shout out to my long time Peruvian friend, @sharonmc17 who gave me the inspiration for this delicious dish. Featured on Fox News Latino Ingredients ⅓ cup white […]

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Yuca Encebollada

Yuca always brings me back to my childhood.  I love the smooth buttery texture.  In this recipe I’ve incorporated a heart healthy version in honor of American Heart Month.  It’s low in fat, low in sodium and low in cholesterol which equals a HAPPY HEART! Featured on Fox News Latino Yields 6 side dishes Ingredients 1 […]

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Welcome to WordPress.com. After you read this, you should delete and write your own post, with a new title above. Or hit Add New on the left (of the admin dashboard) to start a fresh post. Here are some suggestions for your first post. You can find new ideas for what to blog about by […]

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Baked Sweet Plantains

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, […]

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Turkey Meatloaf Burger with Hot Smoky Ketchup

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 […]

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Savory Chicken Stew

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 […]

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Heart Healthy Apple, Mango, Guava Crisp

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 […]

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Cucumber Hummus Chipotle Cups

Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dip commonly served with pita bread and vegetables.  In this recipe, we’ve added a couple of ingredients to give it a Latin flair. Hummus is a healthy snack that is high in fiber because of the chickpeas, and has no cholesterol.  Consider this appetizer for your next party! Featured […]

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Ravioli with Mouth-Watering Spanish Sauce and Queso Fresco

A good way to use up fresh vegetables is to make some mouth-watering Spanish Sauce.  It’s a versatile sauce that can be used over chicken, steak, seafood and in this recipe, ravioli.  It’s low in sodium and appealing to vegetarians.  My daughter, Madison loved it!  Oh and check out the pretty little wooden salt keeper.  […]

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