February 2009

SEAFOOD STEW (CAZUELA DE MARISCOS)

30 comments February 23, 2009

Colombia is bordered by the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans, which provides the country with great seafood. This delicious creamy cazuela de mariscos is quick to cook and perfect for entertaining or as a weekend dinner dish for the whole family. I love the combination of Seafood and coconut milk, it is absolutely wonderful. This [...]

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FRUIT COCKTAIL (SALPICÓN DE FRUTAS)

8 comments February 17, 2009

This version of Salpicón de frutas, adapted from the traditional one made with “Colombiana” a Colombian sparkling soda, uses fresh watermelon juice. This simple and delicious fruit cocktail is the perfect dessert in a summer day.

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CHEESE CORNMEAL PATTIES (AREPAS DE QUESO)

24 comments February 12, 2009

Arepa is a typical Colombian recipe from the region Antioquia, my home state. We serve them warm for breakfast, spread with butter and cheese on top, with a good cup of hot chocolate. These arepas are an essential part of the Colombian daily diet. You can serve them as a main course or appetizer with [...]

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MASAREPA

26 comments February 12, 2009

Masarepa: is precooked corn flour used to make Colombian arepas, empanadas and tamales. One of the brands available in the United States is GOYA. You can find Goya masarepa in the Latin aisle at supermakets. BUY IT

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POTATOES WITH CHEESE SAUCE (PAPAS CHORREADAS)

6 comments February 11, 2009

Papas chorreadas is a typical Colombian side dish, born in the Andean zone of the country, these creamy potatoes are delicious with meat dishes. You can make a vegetarian version using vegetable bouillon instead of the chicken bouillon.

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RICE WITH COCA-COLA ( ARROZ CON COCA-COLA)

30 comments February 9, 2009

Plain boiled long grain white rice is eaten by most people in Colombia every day, but for entertaining this particular recipe is very easy to follow and simply delicious. Serve warm with meats or poultry. Enjoy it!

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RICE PUDDING (ARROZ CON LECHE)

50 comments February 9, 2009

Arroz con Leche is one of my favorite desserts. This version is sweet, and creamy. The rice pudding will thicken more as it cools, so be careful not to overcook.

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