by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Main Dishes
Plantains are from the same family as bananas. Plantains are a starchy, low-sugar fruit and are used more like a potato. The outer skin is very thick and difficult to peel when the fruit is unripe. Plantains are eaten around the world but are most popular in Latin...
by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Main Dishes
Historia: Tortilla española is a dish made with eggs and potatoes. The name comes from its form, like a cake or tortilla. There are many variations but this recipe above is based on the classic Spanish recipe. The potato has its origins in South America and was...
by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Appetizers
Ingredients: 5 chopped tomatoes 1 cup finely chopped red onion 2 chopped hot peppers 2 chopped sweet peppers 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro 2 finely chopped garlic cloves 2 tsp salt Fresh juice from 2 limes Directions: Wash, chop and mix all ingredients together and you will...
by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Salads
Recipe makes 8 servings Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed (can also use lemon) 1 tablespoon honey (or coconut nectar for a vegan option) 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, finely grated 1-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 3⁄4 cups beet roots,...
by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Beverages
Mango Lassi is a traditional South Asian beverage. In fact it is one of the most popular beverages in Northern India. The mango lassi drink is a cross between a smoothie and a milk shake and is smooth, creamy. The mango is native to South Asia, from where it has been...
by CCFN | Mar 14, 2016 | Salads
This recipe makes 5 1-cup servings Ingredients: 1 bunch of kale, washed and dried 2 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons of olive oil handful of nuts (any kind is fine) and raisins salt to taste Directions: Remove kale stems and chop kale finely. Heat oven to 350°. Toast nuts...
