Cuban Recipes
Plátanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains)
One of my all-time favorite desserts is a bowl of vanilla ice cream and Cuban plátanos maduros – an iconic side dish made from overripe, black sweet plantains!
Cuban Picadillo
Cuban Picadillo is a champion in the realm of simple, home-style comfort foods!
Cuban Mojo Sauce
Cuban Mojo Sauce (typically just called “mojo”) is a classic condiment that is a must-have for so many different things.
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.
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.
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
Denver Green Chile
Colorado is loyal to green chiles and this unique green chile sauce is an expression of that love. Found nowhere outside of the front range, and especially Denver, this is one of those regional specialties that makes us, us!
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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!
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!
Best-Ever Black Bean Patties
Perfect veggie black bean patties that hold together and never get dry!
New Mexican Style Stacked Enchiladas
Stacked enchiladas are a New Mexican specialty – delicious perfection for breakfast or dinner!
Pumpkin Chiffon Pie
Luxurious and ultra silky, this no-bake Pumpkin Chiffon Pie elevates traditional pumpkin pie to something much greater.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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
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.
