Breakfast & Brunch

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 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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Rice, Corn and Mushroom Gratin

11 comments November 20, 2011

While growing up in Colombia, my aunt was always making a rice, chicken and mushroom gratin and I really enjoyed it. So a couple of weeks ago when I saw organic mushrooms in my fridge, I decided to make a vegetarian version of her dish. It ended up being really tasty! A great side for [...]

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Tortas de Carne Colombianas (Colombian-Style Meat Fritters)

13 comments October 27, 2011

This is my grandmother’s recipe for Tortas de Carne, which she would make us for an afternoon snack or for breakfast. They are basically ground meat patties mixed with spices, then coated in a batter and fried. You might find these meat fritters in Colombian bakeries around the world. These fritters are absolutely delicious! I [...]

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Tortilla de Plátano Maduro (Ripe Plantain Frittata)

8 comments October 14, 2011

This Tortilla de Plátano Maduro from Caldas department of Colombia is easy to make and a perfect option for brunch with a steaming pot of coffee or hot chocolate. Buen provecho!

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