This baked ham and cheese empanadas recipe is an easy way to use up the leftover baked ham after the holidays or to make ahead for easy weekday get-togethers. *This Glazed Ham and Pineapple Empanadas recipe is part of a sponsored partnership in collaboration with DOLE and #WeAllGrow Latina Network. As always, all opinions are my own. Is there anything…
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Pomegranate Holiday Sangria (Sparkling & Festive)
When the holidays roll in, our Dominican tables fill up quick: pernil in the oven, arroz on the stove, and plenty of laughter around the sala. And on my counter? A big, jewel-toned pitcher of pomegranate sangria—lightly sweet, citrusy, and sparkling with celebration. It’s the kind of pitcher drink you can build ahead, let the flavors mingle (esa sobremesa magic),…
Continue ReadingEasy Pineapple Glazed Ham Recipe
This pineapple glazed ham recipe is easy to make and will be a hit with your family and friends! I add chipotle peppers to the glaze for great flavor and a spicy kick everyone will love. The holiday season is my favorite season of the year. Besides Summer that is. There are so many things I love about the holidays:…
Continue ReadingPasteles en Hoja (Dominican Pasteles)
Pasteles en hoja are the kind of recipe that turns a kitchen into a family gathering. In my house, the holidays officially begin when the plantain leaves hit the counter and everyone claims a job—grating the yautía, stirring the achiote oil, or tying up those neat little bundles with twine. This is comfort food wrapped in memories, a true taste…
Continue ReadingThe Best Affordable Holiday Gifts For The Latina Cook
Need a gift for a Latina who loves to cook and bake? Look no further! This holiday gift guide is filled with great ideas for the Latina cook in your life. Happy Holidays everyone! As we step into the holidays, it’s time to think about what you plan on gifting your loved ones. What often crosses people’s minds is the…
Continue ReadingEasy Arroz con Gandules (Dominican Rice with Pigeon Peas)
If there’s one dish that instantly brings warmth and nostalgia to a Dominican or Puerto Rican kitchen, it’s Arroz con Gandules. A fragrant rice cooked with pigeon peas, sofrito, and all the sazón that reminds us of home. In my family, this dish shows up at every celebration — from Christmas Eve (Nochebuena) to Sunday lunch. The sound of rice…
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