Chef Sarita in Austin Texas's

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Recipes

Pumpkin Roulade With Ginger Buttercream (Pumpkin Cake Roll)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

This recipe is from an Ina Garten Thanksgiving Desserts Special. I am planning to make this for christmas instead and I will probably use cream cheese if I don't have marscapone on hand. I am not that fond of ginger so I will probably omit it and... MORE»

Recipe #400579

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Pastelitos De Carne (Central American Meat Pies)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

My family enjoys these little cakes. I usually cut them in half, place on top of shredded cabbage and either drizzle a little bit of Sarita's All Purpose Tomato Sauce on top or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce. A tortilla press makes the... MORE»

Recipe #398248

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Sarita's Multi Purpose Tomato Sauce

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

This is the sauce that I use to top almost all my recipes that ask for a sauce topping. I also serve it on the side as a dipping sauce. It is simple and easy to make. MORE»

Recipe #398247

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Sopa De Frijoles Con Huevos (Bean and Egg Soup)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

This recipe is very simple and budget friendly. Many of the basic kitchen staples used in many central american countries are included in this recipe. During cold winter months, I always use this recipe as a back up in case I get stumped as to... MORE»

Recipe #398049

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Nacatamales (Banana Leaf Wrapped Central American Tamales)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

These tamales are very different from the regular mexican tamales. The masa is different as is the filling and the wrapping. Nacatamales are usually only made for special occasions or christmas as they are very time consuming and labor intensive... MORE»

Recipe #397321

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Sopa De Pollo (Central/South American Chicken Soup)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

I have been eating this soup since I was a little kid. It is a staple recipe in hispanic third world countries. I especially enjoy it during cold winter months. It is usually served with rice and warn corn tortillas. MORE»

Recipe #395483

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Chocolate Chip Cookies Williams-Sonoma

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Recipe came from the Wiliams-Sonoma Cookies recipe book. Some tips: Preheat oven atleast 15 min before. Follow all instructions. Have butter at room temp and egg at room temp. before beginning. MORE»

Recipe #394305

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Cabbage, Potato and Sausage Soup

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

It was Sunday and I had not gone to the store. Both my pantry and fridge were bare and the weather was rainy and cold. I was really in the mood for some of Olive Garden's Tuscana Soup so I used what I had available and using a little creativity I... MORE»

Recipe #394279

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Cinnamon Brown Sugar Acorn Squash (Ayote En Miel)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

3 simple ingredients make a great dinner party or holiday dessert. My grandmother made this special treat during the holidays. Incredibly easy! Even the children will be asking for more! The acorn squash can be interchanged with pumpkin,... MORE»

Recipe #390827

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Ultimate Chicken Marsala

(1 reviews) Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

From food networks "Tyler Florence Ultimate". I really enjoyed this recipe, not to mention that it is family friendly. I am not that fond of cooking with wine but this Italian classic is a keeper! I used bacon as I did not have... MORE»

Recipe #389657

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Guilt Free Blueberry Coffee Cake

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

A co-worker of mine brought this cake to work and I could not keep my hands off of it! Best of all, the recipe is from "Cooking Light" and can also be used for weight watchers. One of my favorite baked goods. MORE»

Recipe #389655

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Spaghetti Con Pollo (Central American Chicken and Spaghetti)

(1 reviews) Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Simple and delicious. My grandmother made this alot when I was growing up and I still can't get enough of them. MORE»

Recipe #387972

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Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Williams-Sonoma Essentials of Baking book recipe. This cake came out very delicious and taste great with a cup of coffee. Just a couple of words of wisdom to newbie bakers: Always sift your dry ingredients (this helps make your cake lighter... MORE»

Recipe #387815

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Pan Fried Pork Chicharrones (Central American Style)

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Learned this recipe from my uncle who is the king of Q' and chicharrones! Very simple and can easily be turned into a wonderful easy meal. Just add salsa, onions and warm tortillas and you got your self some taquitos de chicharrones. Also makes a... MORE»

Recipe #387677

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Chiles Poblanos Rellenos a La Mejicana (Mexican Stuffed Poblano

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Authentic chile rellenos are not battered in flour or cornmeal. The only thing that they are dipped in is eggs. I know this because I have watched real mexican cooks make these in guadalajara mexico. They are a bit tiddious to make but I asure you... MORE»

Recipe #385164

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Easy Carnitas (Pulled Pork)

(1 reviews) Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Why go to your local taco stop when you can make your own authentic carnitas at home. Very simple, just throw ingredients in pan and put in oven. Taste delicious with warm corn tortillas, chopped onions and chopped cilantro. MORE»

Recipe #382384

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Valentino Chicken Wings

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

These chicken wings are pretty simple and tasty. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #378329

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Homemade Croutons

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Easy and delicous. Taste way better than the box. MORE»

Recipe #378286

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Easy Fried Plantains Slices

Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

So easy, that even the most novice cook can make this. And it is delicious! It is a typical delicasy in Southern Mexico, Central America and the Carribean. It is best to choose plantains (not bananas) that are yellow with black spots (as shown in... MORE»

Recipe #378245

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Chipotle Chicken Thighs

(1 reviews) Posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas  

Easy to make on a weeknight. I actually just threw this together and it came out pretty good. MORE»

Recipe #378032

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