It’s the beginning of a new year, and for many of us, that means resetting our diets after all the food fun from the holidays. One of the things I do to eat healthy is to prepare delicious smoothies with fruits, vegetables, and protein powder, like this apple pie smoothie, that boost my energy levels and that I can drink…
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How To Make Bacon-wrapped Turkey Breast
This boneless, super moist, bacon-wrapped turkey breast is a personal Thanksgiving favorite and the perfect dish to make for a delicious holiday dinner. I have a small family, so making a whole turkey for Thanksgiving is not ideal. This bacon-wrapped turkey breast is my go-to recipe. I’ve made it four years in a row, and it’s just perfect. It’s easy,…
Continue ReadingCreamy and Easy Sriracha Aioli Recipe
What is Sriracha Aioli? Sriracha aioli sauce is a blend of mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice. Aioli is often used synonymously with mayonnaise as it’s defined as a mayonnaise made from olive oil and flavored with garlic. There are different types of aioli recipes out there such as rosemary aioli, chipotle lime aioli, or chimichurri aioli. In fact, the classic…
Continue ReadingDominican Beans (Habichuelas Guisadas)
In a Dominican kitchen, habichuelas guisadas are part of everyday life. They’re not complicated, they’re not fancy—but they’re essential. A pot of beans simmering on the stove usually means there’s rice nearby, something guisado cooking, and a meal that’s about to come together. This is one of those recipes that quietly holds everything together. It adds flavor, it brings comfort,…
Continue ReadingHow To Make Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice (Copycat Recipe)
Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice is one of the best sides on their menu. Here is my easy recipe for making it at home. If you’re a fan of Chipotle, then you may be familiar with their famous cilantro lime rice. This rice is a common favorite among customers in their burritos or burrito bowls. But we’re not here to talk…
Continue ReadingMinced Pork Recipe (Pork Picadillo)
This minced pork recipe, or pork picadillo, is a savory Latin American dish that contains ground pork and a variety of spices. It’s ready in 30 minutes or less and is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Picadillo is one of the easiest recipes you can make, and its versatility is unmatched. You can make picadillo as a main dish to…
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