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Cuban Recipes

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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!

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Cuban Mojo Sauce

Cuban Mojo Sauce (typically just called “mojo”) is a classic condiment that is a must-have for so many different things.

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Frijoles Negros (Cuban Black Beans)

Authentic, briney Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) are a staple of Cuban cooking and possibly my all-time favorite black bean dish.

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Cuban Picadillo

Cuban Picadillo is a champion in the realm of simple, home-style comfort foods!

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Cuban Tostones con Mojo

One of the most famous and popular Cuban recipes, Tostones con Mojo are fried green plantains served with a sour orange and garlic marinade.

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Yuca Frita con Mojo

Golden, fried, pillowy  perfection: Yuca Frita con Mojo might be one of the world’s best snacks.

American Southwest and Mexican Recipes

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Colorado Salsa

Colorado salsa- so called because it’s a celebration of Colorado’s quintessential fall crops: peaches, green chiles, and sweet corn.

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Ultra Umami Mushroom Gravy

The reward at the end of this simple recipe is a luxurious, umami-packed, ultra thick mushroom gravy perfect for pasta, potatoes, biscuits and so much more!

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Hoisin Maple Oven Salmon (+ the BEST way to cook salmon!)

An impressive but simple dish, this Hoisin Maple Oven Salmon recipe is primarily a vessel for me to talk about the BEST way to cook salmon!

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Best-Ever Black Bean Patties

Perfect veggie black bean patties that hold together and never get dry!

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New Mexican Style Stacked Enchiladas

Stacked enchiladas are a New Mexican specialty – delicious perfection for breakfast or dinner!

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Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Luxurious and ultra silky, this no-bake Pumpkin Chiffon Pie elevates traditional pumpkin pie to something much greater.

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Cuban Tostones con Mojo

One of the most famous and popular Cuban recipes, Tostones con Mojo are fried green plantains served with a sour orange and garlic marinade.

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The Colorado Christmas Dog

Take your favorite hot dog, wrap it in a Hatch green chile, dress it up in homemade red pepper jelly then top it with thick-cut bacon and you’ve got yourself the Colorado Christmas Dog!

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Honey Butter Quinoa and Corn

Honey Butter Quinoa and Corn delivers big on bright, summery flavors, making it the perfect BBQ side dish. An easy and healthy accompaniment to any meal!

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Swedish Rye Bread

Swedish rye bread is an absolute tradition in my family- a deep, molasses-enriched, mixed grain rye bread that stands at the top of its class.

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Fettuccine with Sausage and Vegetables

Simply known in my family as “fettuccine”, this ultra comforting fettuccine with sausage and vegetables features hot Italian sausage, zucchini, yellow squash and red bell peppers!

Swedish Recipes

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Swedish Corn Pudding

Swedish corn pudding is a pillowy, savory side dish with a texture that reminds me a little of scrambled eggs – a staple of my family’s annual Thanksgiving dinner!

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