Frijoles Charros (Mexican Charro Pinto Beans)
This is the authentic way of doing Mexican frijoles charros and the easiest one. This is a beans soup with tons of personality. In fact, the day I made this big pot of charro beans I only ate them for my lunch… and my dinner. They are spicy and full of meaty flavor. I just […]
Read MoreMiso Soup with Tofu and Vegetables
This miso soup with tofu and vegetables is a great starter for an Asian inspired dinner. It’s extremely healthy and has a lot of umami flavor in it. Previously, I’ve published my miso and soba noodles soup that made me fall in love with the subtle flavor of miso. This miso soup with tofu and […]
Read MoreVenezuelan Lentil Soup
This is the way Venezuelans eat on a budget. A big pot of Venezuelan lentil soup can be stored in the fridge or even frozen for weeks and be ready for a busy day with a nutritious lunch. Since I discovered how to make this Venezuelan classic recipe I always try to keep a package […]
Read MorePortuguese Feijoada Recipe
This is a staple plate in Portugal. This is the type of food that “avós” — grandmas — of all Portugal cook for a regular weeknight meal. A Portuguese feijoada is the most comforting meal that you can ever make with cheap and easy to find ingredients. Feijoada is a “simple” plate that was created […]
Read MoreMiso Soup with Soba Noodles and Clams
This Japanese inspired miso soup with soba noodles and clams is my lasted culinary successful experiment. Soba noodles infused in a delicate broth with veggies and clams. A true explosion of umami flavor. I’m beyond proud of how amazing this soup turns out. I discovered soba noodles recently and they are great. You can use […]
Read MoreVegetables and White Beans Soup
Comforting vegetables and white beans soup that make you feel good because of the nutrient load. I am the type of person that needs a soup day after a huge food hangover. I usually go after my detox spinach soup, but once in a while, a change is gladly welcome. As the days […]
Read MoreEasy Vegetable Clam Chowder
Lovely and lighter version of a vegetable clam chowder. This will be one of your favorites night dinners after you try it once. I love chowders beyond any measure. My shrimp and bacon chowder is one of my favorites soups for a cold winter day — assuming that winter in Lisbon can be […]
Read MoreShrimp, Corn and Bacon Chowder
Chunky, rich and satisfying chowder. This is a classic dish that has the power of warming any heart. Here I will tell you the secret for a perfect shrimp, corn and bacon chowder. I spent a lot —- I mean a lot — of time trying to get a proper chowder. Chowder always […]
Read MoreDetox Spinach Soup
Once in a while, my body needs a reset. Starting fresh after a fudgy brownies hangover or a tres leches party. This detox spinach soup always keeps me on track, especially in the holidays. This soup is one of my favorites detox recipes. It’s packed with vitamins and antioxidants. Lately, I’ve become a […]
Read MoreSpicy Chickpea Soup
A soup doesn’t have to be dull and just for when you are feeling sick. This spicy chickpea soup is sassy and there is nothing boring about it. Lately, there’s been a chickpea revolution. From salad to soup chickpeas, they are all dominating. In my early years, I only could associate one dish […]
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