One of the most famous and popular Cuban recipes, Tostones con Mojo are fried green plantains served with a sour orange and garlic marinade.
Cuban Papas Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)
Cuban papas rellenas are little orbs of perfection – deep fried, breaded mashed potato balls stuffed with a ground beef picadillo hash. A guaranteed hit at every party!
Swedish Meatballs and Gravy
A comfort food classic, I can eat Swedish meatballs and gravy any time, any place!
Yuca Frita con Mojo
An authentic Cuban appetizer or snack, Yuca Frita con Mojo is a recipe that illustrates that sometimes the simplest recipes are the best!
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Loaded Veggie Lasagna (Freezer-Friendly!)
There’s more room than you might think to squeeze vegetables into this classic dish! This loaded veggie lasagna is the perfect freezer-friendly meal for meatless Mondays.
Smörbakelser (Swedish Butter Cookies)
Reminiscent of extra-buttery, almond-flavored shortbread, Smörbakelser are a Swedish Christmas tradition!
Frijoles Negros (Cuban Black Beans)
This authentic Cuban recipe for Frijoles Negros just might my favorite black bean dish of all time! Perfectly spiced, slightly briney and oh-so-good!
Peach, Green Chile and Corn Salsa (Colorado Salsa)
I consider this to be “Colorado Salsa” as it’s a celebration of the three quintessential fall crops of this state- Palisade peaches, Pueblo (or Hatch!) green chiles, and Olathe sweet corn.
Black Eyed Pea Burgers
These supremely satisfying black eyed pea burgers feature mushrooms, green peas, and the perfect blend of spices for a delicious twist on the traditional veggie burger!
Mom’s Banana Bread
This light, cakey and perfectly sweet banana bread recipe is a classic in my family! It’s killer served for breakfast or a snack, generously spread with butter or cream cheese.