Holiday Recipes

Budin de Pan

Budin de Pan (Puerto Rican-Style Bread Pudding)

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Budin de Pan or Puerto Rican-style bread pudding is a dessert that is especially popular during the holiday season, along with tembleque and coquito bites. This bread pudding is moist and rich in flavor, with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves. Pair this budin de pan with your favorite cafe con leche or hot chocolate (coquito for the holidays!) for a delicious treat any time of the day.

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Jamon con Piña

Jamón con Piña (Glazed Ham with Pineapples)

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Jamón con piña is Puerto Rican-style glazed ham with pineapples. It’s sweet and savory and absolutely delicious! In Puerto Rico, we make a glaze with pineapple and cherry juices and decorate the ham with pineapple slices and cherries. This glazed ham is a must-have at every holiday party and special event. Save this recipe for the next time you have a family gathering, this delicious jamón con piña will not disappoint!

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Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad, ensalada de coditos

Ensalada de Coditos (Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad)

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Ensalada de coditos or Puerto Rican macaroni salad is the perfect side dish to serve at parties and family gatherings. It is made with a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, olive juice, and vinegar. What makes this dish different from traditional American macaroni salad is that it’s not sweet. It’s easy to make and tastes even better on day two. I enjoy the convenience of preparing this macaroni salad a day ahead of a special event which relieves the pressure of cooking too many dishes on the day of!

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Arroz con gandules

Arroz con Gandules (Puerto Rican Rice and Pigeon Peas)

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Arroz con gandules along with pernil is the national dish of Puerto Rico. It’s a combination of rice and pigeon peas cooked with aromatic sofrito, herbs and spices. Its popularity compares to no other dish in Puerto Rico. No matter the occasion, you will always find a caldero of arroz con gandules at every party or family gathering.

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