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Jamon con Piña

Jamón con Piña (Glazed Ham with Pineapples)

1 Comment / Dinners, Food, Holiday Recipes, Latin recipes /

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)

9 Comments / Food, Holiday Recipes, Latin recipes, Side Dishes /

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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Chopped cheese recipe

Chopped Cheese (New York Bodega Recipe)

5 Comments / Caribbean recipes, Food, Latin recipes, Lunch /

A chopped cheese sandwich can be found at bodegas across New York, especially in Hispanic neighborhoods. It is made with seasoned chopped meat, melted cheese and topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and special sauce also known as bodega sauce. This New York City favorite is easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. Let’s dive in to this New York bodega recipe!

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Puerto Rican Corned Beef (Carne Bif)

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Puerto Rican Corned Beef also known as Carne Bif on the island is stewed with sofrito, herbs, and spices to create an insanely delicious and flavorful dish. Carne Bif is such a humble dish yet full of bold flavors and so satisfying with a plate of white rice, habichuelas guisadas, maduros, corn, and avocado. With just few simple ingredients you’ll have a delicious meal in under 15 minutes!

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Pink Guava Margarita

Pink Guava Margarita Recipe (Margarita de Guayaba)

3 Comments / Drinks, Food, Latin recipes /

This pink guava margarita recipe is made with fragrant pink guavas and pink pineapple juice. This perfect combination of tropical fruit will transport your taste buds to an island in the Caribbean with just one sip! Save this refreshing guava margarita recipe for Valentine’s Day, a brunch event, Barbie-themed party, holiday or any occasion! Pink drinks are the best (and most pretty!), in my opinion!

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Cuban-style black beans, easy recipe

Puerto Rican Black Beans (Habichuelas Negras)

5 Comments / Caribbean recipes, Food, Latin recipes, Side Dishes /

Puerto Rican-style black beans are the perfect companion to a bowl of white rice! Here is an easy recipe for making this traditional dish in a fraction of the time. I use canned beans to make the process much quicker and infuse the broth with sofrito, fresh herbs and spices for the most delicious beans you’ll ever taste!

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