Tortilla Española

  Tortilla Española or Tortilla de Patatas is one of the most common dishes served all over Spain as well as in many of the former Spanish Colonies in America.  The basic Tortilla Española, an open faced omelette similar to a quiche without a crust, includes eggs, potatoes and onions, but there are many variations….

Arroz con Gandules Apastelado

I am always looking for ways to bring my basic recipes to another level.  Definitely, this time I consider I have accomplished it by taking a great recipe and turning it into, simply put… an AMAZING recipe.  The twist?  Adding shredded green plantain to my Arroz con Gandules. The first time I heard about Arroz…

Clarified Butter

When butter is moderately heated and liquifies, water evaporates and milk solids sink to the bottom.  The clear yellow liquid on top is called Clarified Butter.  Simply put, it is the butter without the milk solids and water, hence mostly fat.  It also tastes and smells really good. One notable characteristic is that Clarified Butter…

Sorullitos de Maíz (Corn Fritters)

When I was pregnant I had three cravings; cake (sweet), pickles (sour) and sorullitos de maíz (savory). Scary ha!  I gained about 30 pounds on each pregnancy. Once I made my husband take me to a restaurant in Cayey, in the puerto rican central mountain ridge, to eat some sorullitos de maíz. Without a doubt,…

Traditional French Toast

Given the choice of pancakes, waffles or french toast for a Sunday brunch, I will always go with the latter one.  French Toast or Pain Perdu (lost bread in French) has always been my favorite!  Ever since I was a little girl, I have made this recipe.  Yes, this same recipe… I prefer to use Challah bread…

Linda’s Carrot Cake

My friend Linda is one of the most organized and practical people I know.  She is also fun and smart, a great friend, mother and wife who splits her time between family life and as an active member of the Board of Directors of Fundación Pro-Ayuda de Puerto Rico. A few months ago while we…

Cupcakes

Cupcakes are one of my weaknesses.  There are few things in life I can unashamedly say; “I simply can’t resist to having one… or two!” . For most of the other temptations in my life, I’m pretty much in control and can keep my cool. However, there are weak points in my human imperfection that, like…

Winner of Paella Marinera Post Giveaway

The winner of the 15 inch Paella Pan, Bomba Rice and Smoked Sweet Paprika is….Lilly Oronoz from Puerto Rico.  Thanks to all who participated in my first giveaway!  Look out for other giveaways in the future!!!

Blueberry Muffins

For years I was trying to find a homemade Blueberry Muffin recipe that I felt was truly worth the calories.   Since I was a child, I have been obsessed with these treats.  Anything with berries actually, but Blueberry Muffins are irresistible to me. Blueberry Muffins were not popular in Puerto Rico while I was…

Veal Scallopini

Veal Scallopini are usually called cutlets of veal that have been pounded thin and coated with flour.  My version of this recipe is a favorite family mid-week meal.  I usually serve it with salad or Simple Whipped Potatoes.  My children also like it with some Basic White Rice.  This is also the basic procedure for…