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Buffalo Chicken Empanadas
Appetizers
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Buffalo Chicken Empanadas Recipe

These buffalo chicken empanadas are filled with shredded chicken breast smothered in a creamy buffalo sauce dressing. It’s like buffalo chicken dip but in empanada form! I cook the chicken breasts in a sofrito infused broth which adds another dimension of flavor to the empanadas. These are the perfect appetizer for Super Bowl Sunday! Serve these delicious buffalo chicken empanadas on game day or at your next event and become the host with the most!

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January 8, 2024 5 Comments
Pastel al Horno Recipe
Food
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Pastel al Horno (Easy Recipe)

Pastel al horno is the ULTIMATE hack for making pasteles in a fraction of the time! Pastel al horno is basically a casserole meal that feeds a crowd and requires minimal effort. Save this recipe for the holidays or whenever you are craving pasteles.

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December 20, 2023 31 Comments
gingerbread smoothie
Drinks
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Gingerbread Smoothie Recipe

‘Tis the season to indulge in holiday foods and drinks! One of my family’s favorite drinks, aside from coquito of course, are gingerbread smoothies. They

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December 13, 2023 4 Comments
Coquito Bites
Desserts
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Coquito Bites (Coconut Rum Balls)

Coquito bites are made with coconut cookies, rum and are coated in coconut flakes. They taste just like coquito and make the perfect holiday treat! These no-bake coconut rum balls are also great for gifting, so keep this recipe handy during the holiday season!

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November 26, 2023 8 Comments
Puerto Rican Coquito Vegan Coconut Eggnog Recipe
Drinks
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Puerto Rican Coquito (Vegan Coconut Eggnog Recipe)

Puerto Rican coquito is a creamy holiday drink made with coconut milk, spices and rum. It is served chilled and is absolutely delicious. Along with a plate of arroz con gandules, pernil and pasteles, coquito is a staple during the holidays!

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November 23, 2023 16 Comments
Ensalada de papa Puerto Rican potato salad
Food
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Ensalada de Papa (Puerto Rican Potato Salad)

Ensalada de papa (potato salad) is a must-have dish at every holiday, party and celebration in Puerto Rico. No matter the occasion, Puerto Rican potato salad will be on the menu. This delicious dish, also known as ensalada Rusa, is made with potatoes, carrots, boiled eggs and a creamy mayonnaise dressing.

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November 18, 2023 4 Comments
Arroz con gandules
Food
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Arroz con Gandules (Puerto Rican Rice and Pigeon Peas)

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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November 13, 2023 47 Comments
Pavochon Puerto Rican Style Turkey
Food
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Pavochón Puerto Rican Style Turkey

Pavochon is a Puerto Rican style turkey that is seasoned like lechon (roasted pork or pernil). Pavochon is the star of the Thanksgiving dinner table and a favorite at every holiday celebration. Once you try this recipe, you’ll never eat turkey any other way!

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November 10, 2023 11 Comments
Pastelón
Dinners
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Pastelón (Plantain Lasagna Recipe)

Pastelón or plantain lasagna is a Puerto Rican dish made by layering sweet plantains, picadillo and cheese in a casserole dish. It’s like a lasagna but with Latin flare! If you enjoy the flavors of Latin cuisine, you will love this Puerto Rican lasagna!

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November 8, 2023 12 Comments
Dinners
Elena

Puerto Rican Style Baked Chicken (Pollo al Horno)

Puerto Rican style baked chicken or pollo al horno has to be one of my favorite ways to eat chicken! This dish is made with simple ingredients but the result will taste like restaurant-style chicken. You know that Latin restaurant that you love ordering take-out from? YES just like that or even better!

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October 31, 2023 8 Comments

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