Cuban Recipes
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.
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!
American Southwest and Mexican Recipes
Trading Post Beans
Trading Post Beans are a pinto bean dish with a southwestern spin- perfect eaten on their own or as a filling for burritos, dips, chili and so much more!
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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!