Appetizers & Snacks

Figs, Cheese and Dulce de Leche Tarts (Pasteles de Brevas, Queso y Arequipe)

1 comment February 3, 2012

Do you remember these Colombian-style figs? The other day I made a huge batch of them and I had too many to eat, so I made this tart with what I had left over. It was easy to prepare and really, really good. Buen provecho!

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Apple, Cheese and Honey Tart

9 comments January 31, 2012

Although apples are not one of my favorite fruits, I do buy a lot of them when they are in season during the fall month to be used for cooking and baking. I made this Apple, Cheese and Honey tart a few months ago, but forgot to post it… better late than never! This tart [...]

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Arepa con Cerdo,Champiñones y Salsa de Aguacate(Arepa with Pork, Mushrooms and Avocado Sauce)

10 comments January 28, 2012

This seems like an insane amount of work for an arepa, but it is worth it, I swear. Everything just blends together into the best, most flavorful arepa I’ve ever had. There are times when I just need something comforting, and today was one of those days, so at lunch time I decided to make [...]

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Brevas con Arequipe (Colombian-Style Figs Stuffed with Dulce de Leche)

4 comments January 19, 2012

Brevas con Arequipe are a popular dessert in Colombia and a favorite in my family. My grandmother and mom made these as far back as I can remember. Mamita used to make pounds of Brevas con Arequipe and keep them in glass containers and give them to her kids to take home. This will be [...]

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Colombian-Style Chicken Wings with Cilantro and Mint Sauce

15 comments January 6, 2012

These baked Colombian-Style Chicken Wings are fantastic and the perfect snack when watching a football game or a good movie. They are simple to make and will make your house smell amazing! Buen provecho!

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Arepa Hawaiana (Hawaiian-Style Arepa)

10 comments December 23, 2011

Since I am a stay home mom, I am always thinking of new things to make for easy lunches. Arepas are always a delicious and simple meaI and are great for lunch. I make the arepas ahead of time so I only have to assemble them when it’s time for lunch. This Hawaiian-Style Arepa tasted [...]

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Arepa con Chorizo y Hogao (Arepa with Chorizo and Creole Sauce)

9 comments December 20, 2011

For as long as I can remember, this meal has been my absolute favorite. The one dish that I am loyal to above all else… Arepa con Chorizo y Hogao. When I was a kid, I would request it whenever my mom asked me what I wanted for dinner. It is a simple dish, but [...]

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