Category Archives: Vegetables

Ronnie’s Pasteles de Yuca

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Diana

In Puerto Rico, pasteles are a traditional side dish served on Nochebuena, which is Christmas Eve.  They’re like a big dumpling filled with meat, squared and flattened out a bit as they’re folded and tucked away.  Pasteles are similar looking … Continue reading →

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Chicken Stew- Pollo Guisado

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Diana

I love to prepare Chicken stew (Pollo guisado); it’s definitely one of my favorite Puerto Rican comfort foods.  As it simmers, all of the flavors meld, and you’ll be intoxicated by its aroma. Tender pieces of chicken, chunks of soft … Continue reading →

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Spinach and Mushroom Omelette

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Diana

I’ve never been much of a breakfast person. Don’t get me wrong, I like eating breakfast, but I don’t wake up every day with the desire to eat anything.  In fact, I can make breakfast for everyone else, and walk … Continue reading →

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Ronnie’s Sofrito

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Diana

Sofrito, pronounced (so-free-toe), is a wonderful blend of aromatic herbs and used as the base ingredient in many flavorful Puerto Rican dishes. A large spoonful or two of sofrito, sauteed in hot oil, is the foundation we start with to … Continue reading →

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Roasted Broccoli with Garlic

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Diana

Tender, yet firm and every bite has a little crunch to it – that’s what I consider perfectly cooked broccoli. Even better, roasted broccoli with garlic. Tossed with a little olive oil and bits of fresh garlic… Oh my its so … Continue reading →

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