Crockpot Pinto Beans (with or without soaking)
The slow cooker makes magic with meats and beans. In general, it works a lot better with ingredients that are hard and take a long time in the stove to soften. These Crockpot pinto beans are a must! How to cook pinto beans in the slow cooker without soaking? As you probably know, when cooking […]
Read MoreShrimps and Chickpea Soup
This shrimps and chickpea soup is one of the soups that I like to make the most in my house. It has a lot of Mediterranean flavors: bay leaf, thyme, and fresh garlic. It is a rich and chunky soup — my favorite type —- that has bold flavors and a lot of personalities. You […]
Read MoreCaldo de Res Recipe
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 MoreMexican Albondigas Soup
This sopa de albondigas (meatballs soup) is such a creative way to transform a plain beef soup into something more special and yummy. This soup is a complete lunch by itself. You have protein, veggies, and carbs if you add some rice — personal advice. You’ll get a Mexican flavor packed soup. How to make […]
Read MoreRoasted Tomato Garlic Soup
This roasted tomato garlic soup will be your best friend for a lazy dinner along with a grilled cheese sandwich. This is a match made in heaven. I’m telling you this is a flavorful soup that is made from scratch. I know it seems like a low amount of ingredients. But that is the charm […]
Read MoreSlow Cooker Carrot Ginger Soup
This is a packed flavor carrot ginger soup that will keep you warm during the winter. This soup is super easy and the slow cooker will make all the hard work for you. I enjoy making this soup on those winter lazy days where I’m not enjoying to spend too much time cooking. I wake […]
Read MoreFrijoles 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 (lentejas)
This is the way Venezuelans eat on a budget. A big pot of Venezuelan lentil soup (lentejas) 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 […]
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 […]
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