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Maria Campos

I'm Maria and I love cooking—and mostly EATING—food from all around the world. I've been sharing my abuela's secret Latin-American recipes for the last 7 years with the world on this blog. I've been a full-time food blogger for many years and I'm always trying new delicious meals that don't require a culinary degree or a Michelin-star chef. I also love traveling, cats, and knitting.

Guava Cheese Pastries (Pastelitos de Guayaba y Queso)

by Maria Campos

Pastelitos de guayaba y queso (Guava cheese pastries) are one of the easiest and yummiest dessert recipes that I know. 4 ingredients + 15 minutes, quick and easy! There is not a flavor that is more representative of South American countries than guava. We live for guava juices and sweets. In Venezuela we even made … Read more

Categories Desserts, Geek Recipes, Venezuelan 2 Comments

Mexican Picadillo (Carne Molida)

by Maria Campos

This Mexican seasoned ground beef is a staple for those that love Mexican food — in my house we make Mexican food at least 1 time per week. It’s not as known as tacos or molletes but it’s part of the authentic Mexican cuisine. Picadillo has multiple versions according to the country. As I’ve mentioned … Read more

Categories Beef, Geek Recipes, Main Dish and Dinner 1 Comment

Spanish Omelette (Tortilla de Patatas)

by Maria Campos

A Spanish omelette or tortilla de patatas is one of the most iconic dishes of Spanish cuisine. It’s a thick omelette made with fried potatoes and onions. This recipe is for 2 servings — as I only live with my boyfriend, this is the proportion that works for me. You can easily double the number … Read more

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Fried Eggplant (+ Eggplant Parmigiana Bites)

by Maria Campos

Fried eggplant is one of the easiest Mediterranean side dishes that you can find. Also, it’s the base for eggplant parmigiana. Today I will show you how to make both. To fry the eggplants first you need to cut them into slices. Each slice must be around 1 inch thick. This way they won’t fall … Read more

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Chinese Fried Oyster Mushrooms

by Maria Campos

The flavor of these fried oyster mushrooms resembles a lot to chicharrones or fried chicken. If you use vegan egg replacer you can make this recipe 100% vegan and a great replacement for those KFC cravings. Oyster mushrooms are widely known for their “meaty” texture and for that reason they are considered one of the … Read more

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Almond Milk Pancakes (Dairy-free)

by Maria Campos

These fluffy almond milk pancakes are the ultimate breakfast recipe for those — like me — that have a dairy intolerance. Super easy and with affordable ingredients. Recently I found out — through trial and error — that I’m mildly intolerance to dairy. I almost cried when I realized that my Sunday cheerios and milk … Read more

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Caldo de Res Recipe

by Maria Campos

Latin American caldo de res is a staple dish in our gastronomy. It is a hearty comfort dish that you can prepare with a wide variety of vegetables. If you have a cold there is not a better homemade remedy than a plate of soup. My mom used to call her recipe for caldo de … Read more

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Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken

by Maria Campos

This shredded Mexican chicken is a versatile recipe that you can use as your next tacos filling. It’s full of flavor and spiciness. This is a great recipe to prep meal in case you like to plan your week ahead. It’s reheat friendly. Thanks to the Mexican sauce that is formed when cooked, the chicken … Read more

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Slow Cooker Braised Beef with Onions

by Maria Campos

My slow cooker has become one of my favorites kitchen gadgets really quickly. I just love the work it does with the meats and stews. There is no piece of meat that can resist and that doesn’t become extremely tender and juicy. This braised beef is one of the basic recipes that you can make … Read more

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Garlic Ginger Paste

by Maria Campos

More than a recipe, this ginger and garlic paste is a helpful tip for all those who love Indian food (it’s also useful for Japanese and Chinese food) It’s also widely known that ginger and garlic have multiple health benefits. So, it is a good idea to incorporate this paste to your preparations. You get … Read more

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