If you’re looking to spruce up those leftover pecans, look no further. These easy-to-make, delicious stovetop candied pecans are perfect for the holidays or for snacking any day of the week! I love adding candied pecans to sweet potato casserole and my guava caramel bread pudding. Most of the time the oven is busy making…
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Mango Bars with Coconut Oatmeal Shortbread Crust
With a mango tree in my childhood home, you can say I have mangos readily available all Summer long. This means I can easily add more easy mango recipes with fresh mango on the blog! From mango milkshakes to mango cocktails, I’m determined to continue adding more recipes with each batch of mangos I receive….
Continue ReadingPinchos De Pollo (Easy Cuban-Style Chicken Skewers)
Chicken is never boring in a Cuban household. Whether we are making Cuban grilled chicken breast or Cuban arroz con pollo, you can always expect a dish full of flavor! This Pinchos de Pollo recipe is no exception. I mean I also love my pollo asado but that’s a post for another day. What are…
Continue ReadingEasy Key Lime Pie with Maria Cookie Crust
Did you know that key lime pie is the official Florida state pie? Needless to say, key lime pie is serious business here. What is Key Lime Pie? Key lime pie is an American dessert made with key limes, egg yolks, and sweetened condensed milk baked on a graham cracker crust. Key limes are way…
Continue ReadingClassic Cuban Mojito
If you’re looking for a Cuban mojito cocktail, you’ve come to the right place! An authentic Cuban mojito tastes refreshingly sweet, minty-fresh, and citrusy. It’s basically summer in a glass! What is a Mojito? A mojito is a classic Cuban highball cocktail served on the rocks (over ice) made of white rum, real cane sugar,…
Continue ReadingPastelitos de Queso (Cream Cheese Pastries)
Growing up, my childhood was full of pastelitos of all kinds! From pastelitos de guayaba to pastelitos de carne, these Cuban pastries always made an appearance on Saturday mornings after a bakery run or at birthday parties in multiples of 20. Whenever a craving hits, I can go down the street to my favorite Cuban…
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