Bacalao con Huevos, or Codfish and Eggs Scramble, is a staple dish in the Dominican Republic, especially during Lent. Growing up, my family followed the tradition of giving up meat on Fridays, so dishes like Pastelón de Berenjena (Eggplant Lasagna) or Lentil Stew with Shrimp often made their way to our table. This particular recipe—fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with tender,…
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Challah Bread French Toast
This challah bread French toast is the perfect meal to enjoy with the family for breakfast or brunch. Made with a few simple ingredients and ready to enjoy in 20 minutes. French toast is one of those dishes that you just love. I didn’t try my first french toast until my late teenage years after moving to New York. French toast is not…
Continue ReadingPan Fried Salmon Fillet with Peach Salsa
Make this quick, easy and absolutely delicious pan-fried salmon fillet with peach salsa and have dinner on the table in 20 minutes or less! Fresh and vibrant in flavor, it’s a great healthy weeknight meal. As busy parents, I’m sure many of you would agree that sometimes being able to cook a delicious, healthy meal for dinner can feel more like a luxury than…
Continue ReadingPeach Salsa Recipe
Fresh and sweet, with just the right amount of spice, this peach salsa recipe is great served with fish or chicken, or use it as a dip with your favorite chips. Quick and easy to make and so delicious! This peach salsa recipe is a quick and effortless way to take a weeknight dinner to the next level. You just…
Continue ReadingPastelón de Plátano Maduro (Sweet Plantain & Picadillo Casserole)
Sweet, mashed ripe plantains layered with savory, seasoned picadillo and melty cheese—an easy, crowd-pleasing Dominican casserole with the perfect sweet-savory bite.
Continue ReadingFlourless Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these gluten-free chocolate peanut butter cookies are a delicious protein packed treat to enjoy after a workout. Ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes! I don’t know about you but when I leave the gym, I’m always hungry. Like eat the whole fridge hungry, buy all the chocolate hungry, gobble all the…
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