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cubran picadillo

Cuban-Style Picadillo

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Cuban picadillo is an easy to make mince meat/hash that’s similar to sloppy joes, but less saucy. Cuban picadillo is traditionally made with ground beef, ground pork or both. It usually includes olives, tomatoes, raisins, potatoes, and white wine.

Homemade Cranberry Sauce

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I know some people are die-hard fans of canned cranberry sauce, but homemade cranberry sauce is awesome. It’s got a better texture and flavour than the canned ones, and it’s ridiculously easy to make. So, if you’re not adamant that cranberry sauce be in the shape of a can (some […]

pumpkin coconut soup

Quick and Easy Pumpkin Coconut Soup

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So, I’m not the biggest fan of creamy soups, but I really like this pumpkin coconut soup. I’ve made it several times this fall and have enjoyed it each time. Even with the unseasonably warm weather that we’ve had this fall, it’s nice to have a warm bowl of soup […]

Tostones (Twice-Fried Plantain Chips)

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Who doesn’t love plantain chips? Tostones require a little more effort to make than regular ol’ plantain chips, but they’re definitely worth it. For the uninitiated, tostones are twice-fried plantain chips that are a staple food in Latin American countries like Puerto Rico, Cuba and the Dominican Republic.