Eggs

Indios de Guiso (Colombian-Style Stuffed Cabbage)

16 comments December 17, 2010

It’s crazy this year how fast the seasons are coming and going, and without much warning, now fall is gone. Winter is not really my favorite season, actually it is my least favorite. The only things I enjoy about winter are, sweaters, scarves, boots and the comforting foods you can cook and eat, like this [...]

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Shrimp Deviled Eggs

18 comments July 13, 2010

The first time I ate deviled eggs was about nine years ago, when I first came to the United States. I never heard of this delicious and simple appetizer while living in Colombia. For those who have never heard of Deviled Eggs, they are hard-boiled eggs, cut in half and filled with the hard-boiled egg’s [...]

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Arugula, Corn, Egg and Bean Salad

26 comments June 9, 2010

I made this Corn, Egg and Bean Salad for lunch last week and it was simple, filling, and very tasty! This salad makes a great accompaniment to grilled chicken or pork, but it’s also substantial enough to stand alone. Either way, be sure to have a loaf of crusty bread alongside. Buen provecho!

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Mixed Bean Salad with Avocado, Shrimp and Tomato

20 comments June 2, 2010

Today I want to share with you another yummy salad that I made myself for lunch this week. It was fresh, quick and delicious! For a vegetarian version just omit the shrimp. Layers of flavors from fresh ingredients makes this salad a spring standout. Buen provecho!

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Migas de Arepa: A Hearty Breakfast

29 comments March 31, 2010

This dish of eggs scrambled with pieces of arepa and tomato-onion sauce is a popular breakfast served in Colombia. There is no better way to start the day! You can serve this dish with Colombian chorizo, avocado and beans on the side. Migas de Arepa is designed to use up old corn arepas. The results [...]

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Asparagus and Tomato Baked Frittata

15 comments March 30, 2010

Asparagus and Tomato Frittata…simple, seasonal and absolutely delicious. Asparagus are in season so, they are cheaper and fresh! This a tasty and wonderful vegetarian breakfast or lunch dish. Try it! When you are buying asparagus, look for firm stalks. The cut end should look freshly cut and not too dried out. The length of the [...]

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Empanadas de Pipián (Empanadas Filled with Peanuts and Potatoes)

41 comments March 12, 2010

Empanadas are a traditional appetizer in Colombia. We have different variations of this delicious dish throughout the country and these meat empanadas are one of them. Empanadas de Pipián are typically associated with the del Cauca zone of Colombia and are made with corn masa and stuffed with roasted peanuts and potatoes. I can resist [...]

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