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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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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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Cheesy Chicken & Plantain Casserole

Posted by SweetJezebel  

Recipe found at Saveur.com,, but originally posted at bitchincamero blog. MORE»

Recipe #398006

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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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High-Octane Olive Salsa

Posted by Michael Keizer  

A salsa that tastes decidedly different because of the olives. The jalapeños add oomph. The rice vinegar can be replaced with white wine vinegar. MORE»

Recipe #397243

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Coconut Tres Leches Hot Chocolate

Posted by Sharon123  

Rich tasting and so delish! Adapted from Better Homes & Gardens magazine. This was entered in the Hot Drinks catagory by Aubrey Shaner from Orem, Ut., and won $400! MORE»

Recipe #397057

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Classic Chili Poblano Rellenos

Posted by Sharon123  

I love chili rellenos and with poblano chilies, they are super good! I hope you enjoy this classic recipe, using poblano chilies! This chile pepper is often mislabeled 'Pasilla', which is a different pepper entirely.It is one of the most popular... MORE»

Recipe #396646

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Classic Chili Rellenos With Anaheim Peppers

Posted by Sharon123  

Anaheim's are very popular in Southwestern US Cuisine.Also called "New Mexican Chile". These were developed by Dr. Fabian Garcia in New Mexico about 100 yrs ago who was seeking a chile pepper that was bigger, fleshier, and milder.... MORE»

Recipe #396645

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Lime in the Coconut Smoothie

Posted by the80srule  

Put a fancy umbrella in it to take yourself away to the tropics. Add some booze to make it a fancy frozen cocktail. MORE»

Recipe #396493

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Super Fast & Healthy Veggie Burger

Posted by megs_  

I found this recipe a couple of years ago and have been making it ever since. Lately I've been enjoying one of these after long workouts - they hit the spot. I make them with and without pickles, on regular bread and on hamburger buns, both ways... MORE»

Recipe #396242

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Classic Platanos Maduros

Posted by the80srule  

I LOVE platanos and found a good recipe, so I had to share it and post for safe-keeping. I like these with sour cream a lot, and also with tamarind-date sauce. FYI-- don't use ripe bananas for this. The red/brown skinned plantains (maduros, sweet... MORE»

Recipe #396078

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Yucca Black Bean Fritters / Crunch Patties

Posted by the80srule  

I had a plain yucca dish (it had onions that I picked off, but was just yucca and butter; or it might've been corn oil) at a restaurant and took the leftovers home...they got a new life as Latin-inspired fritters with a can of black beans. I threw... MORE»

Recipe #395702

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Fettuccine With Chicken Cream

Posted by Chef Kat.  

Delicious white sauce pasta dish. Easy to prepare. Try it! I'm sure you will love it. MORE»

Recipe #395696

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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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Ww Classic Shepherd's Pie

Posted by COC in Elkhorn, WI  

This is a great recipe for a cold day. I got this off of weight watchers website. I am not a big fan of rosemary, but it makes this recipe extra delicious. I personally did not make my own mashed potatoes, instead I used instant. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #394161

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Jamaican Brown Stew Fish

Posted by Romi  

There's a restaurant near here in South Florida that serves this dish, and they make it soooo good. It has a slightly sweet/tangy flavor that goes really well with the snapper. I decided to try making it myself, but after looking in Recipezaar, I... MORE»

Recipe #393908

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Saltfish and Ackee

Posted by Romi  

The Jamaican national dish. It's a breakfast dish, however, I like to eat it with rice for lunch or dinner. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #393904

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Rockefeller Dorado (Bonefish Copycat)

Posted by A Skinny Cook  

A creamy lump crab and spinach sauce atop a tenderly cooked Mahi Mahi fillet (thank you Bonefish...) MORE»

Recipe #393845

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From: susan7

On Tuesday, November 03, 2009

quote Is there any acceptable substitute for madeira? I have a salmon receipe that calls for 1/4 cup. The salmon will be baked and include mushrooms, parsley and cream so I would assume it would be best with a drier madeira. I'd appreciate your suggestions. quote

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Review From: Chef #1384438  

On Nov 7, 2009

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RECIPE: Empanadas De Carne (Meat Empanadas)

I remember making this recipe over a year ago. These were delicious. That tumeric left my fingernails yellow for a week, but it was worth it. My dad asked me to make them again for our rather untraditional Thanksgiving. I scoured recipezaar to...

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Review From: SugarJen  

On Nov 7, 2009

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RECIPE: Cuban Pork Stew

I was surprised to find out how much I liked this because the combiantion seemed so strange. It's really, really good and really hearty for the 5 ww points! I used extra garlic and added some chili powder, which gave it a little more spice.

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Review From: Sharon123  

On Nov 6, 2009

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RECIPE: Papaya Juice

A nice way to use papaya! I used honey and 1/3 of a large papaya. Made for My 3 Chefs event, Nov. 2009.

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