Bill’s Big Carrot Cake [TWD]
This is a delicious carrot cake recipe with a frosting that complimented nicely without overwhelming it. I am certainly planning to make it again soon. Bill’s Big Carrot Cake For the cake 2 cups of...
View ArticleAguadito // Peruvian Cilantro Soup
Aguadito is a delicious, flavorful soup which is traditionally made with chicken giblets. This version is meatless, although turkey or chicken would be a wonderful addition! PrintAguadito // Peruvian...
View ArticleArroz con Pollo // Peruvian Chicken with Rice
Arroz con Pollo varies country by country and each seems to have it’s own color, even with the same name. This version marries cilantro with dark beer – a combination I am rather fond of! Ingredients 8...
View ArticleEstofado de Pollo con Vino Blanco // White Wine Chicken Stew
Estofado is such a common dish, a simple stew. This version incorporates white wine and an unusual combination of aji amarillo paste, ketchup and tomato paste. If you are entertaining a large group,...
View ArticleEstofado de Pollo // Peruvian Stewed Chicken
I first learned about this dish with a drawing, showing me layer by layer how to prepare Estofado. Although I no longer refer to my Estofado diagram, I still have a tendency to layer everything, just...
View ArticleMenestron // Peruvian Minestrone Soup
Menestron is a hearty soup, filled with a variety of beans and vegetables. Although different from the Italian Minestrone soup many are accustomed to, this version is unforgettable. Don’t forget the...
View ArticleShredded Carrot Salad
Colorful salads seem to taste even better. This one was a delight to look at and make. If you have a food processor, the shredding will be simple. If not (like me) you will get a good workout and a...
View ArticleSopa de Quinua // Peruvian Quinoa Soup
Peruvian Quinoa Soup is a delicious blend of vegetables with a simple broth base. If you would prefer a vegetarian version, skip the step of simmering the meat and add an extra cup or so of...
View ArticleArroz a la Jardinera // Peruvian Garden Rice
Although simple garlic seasoned white rice is the most common meal accompaniment here in Peru, I am intrigued by the variety of rice dishes that are commonly on the table for special celebrations....
View ArticleSeco de Res // Cilantro Beef Stew
When asked my favorite dish in Peru, without hesitation, I explain that there are favorites in each region, but that Seco is indeed my favorite Criolla dish. This is such a flavorful dish due to the...
View ArticlePeanut Chicken Salad
Peanut Chicken Salad is a delicious combination of flavors using brown rice as it’s base. I am certain that cooked quinoa would be equally as delicious. I tend to think certain recipes tend to fit...
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