Arroz con Salchichon This next recipe is another Puerto Rican dish that my dear old mom use to make. I use a cured salami called Salchichon, which is a Spanish salami. The difference between Spanish and other salami is how they are made and its origin. It has a different, unique flavor to traditional salami… Continue reading Arroz con Salchichon (Rice with Spanish Salami)
Dry red beans in stored in a glass jar. Those of us who like to eat fresh beans and happen to own an Instant Pot, I made a few batches and came up with what I think is the "sweet spot" of cooked dry beans that takes less time than slow cooking them. Here's what… Continue reading Cooking Dry Beans in an Instant Pot
Empanadas are meat stuffed pastries that can be fried, baked, or air fried. Different countries/cultures have their own versions/variations and styles for meat stuffed (picadillo) in a pastry. This is the way my mother, who was Puerto Rican, use to make them. I have made a few additions that my mom never used and I… Continue reading Empanadas Puerto Rican Style
There are many versions of avocado and tomato toasts out there, but when I did mine, i just came up with a few simple ingredients to make a quick and healthy toast that my toddler and I enjoy, either for breakfast, lunch or a snack. I hope you give it a try. Serves 2-4. Enjoy!… Continue reading Avocado and Tomato Toast
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