Forgive me if I geek out during this Coffee-Rubbed Smoked Brisket post. Not only is this succulent brisket straightforward and ambitious, but the coffee rub is also made with ingredients you already have in your pantry. That’s exciting, no? MY excitement comes from the fact that I love discussing anything that deals with butchery. It is probably the course…
Holidays
Maple Bacon Cake Donuts with Real Bacon
Why don’t more mornings begin with buttery, maple-glazed donuts garnished with a generous sprinkling of real bacon bits? I’m willing to bet if more people ate these Maple Bacon Cake Donuts for breakfast, the world wouldn’t be so hostile. If you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your busy morning routines, I invite…
Pan Sobao Recipes You Must Try
My obsession with Pan Sobao recipes is about as rabid as the one I have with Coquito. This traditional Puerto Rican bread is mildly sweet, soft as clouds, and extremely versatile. If you’re looking to introduce homemade bread into your baking repertoire, pan sobao and these recipes are a great start. Be sure to check back…
Citrus Herb Dry Brine for Meats, Poultry, and Veggies
This versatile Citrus-Herb Dry Brine is about to be your new best friend. Fresh citrus peels and an herb blend combine with salt to create this powerhouse. There’s no shortage of flavor in it, but the beauty of this spice blend is how versatile it is. A dry brine can infuse your poultry, red meats,…
Coquito Recipes you Must Make This Holiday Season
I’m on a mission to take over the internet with Coquito Recipes. So far, I’m doing a fantastic job of turning tons of regular-shmegular recipes into their best coquito versions, but I think I can do more. If you are a fan of the Puerto Rican cocktail, read on for my all-time favorite versions of…
Ponche Frozen Custard (Mantecado de Ponche)
Ponche Frozen Custard takes a childhood drink, or curse in my opinion, and turns it into a dessert you’ll be happy to eat. Think of it as an edible malted shake, and you have a general idea of what this classic recipe is all about. You wouldn’t know it by looking at me today, but…
Pastelillo de Guayaba Cheesecake (Guava Cheesecake)
Traditional flies by the seat of its pants when it comes to this Pastelillo de Guayaba Cheesecake. If you’re a fan of sweet and tart, this is going to soon be your signature dessert. You’ll taste those original pastry flavors all cuddled up inside of a buttery cookie crust. Begin this recipe a day ahead…
Whiskey BBQ Sauce with Uncle Nearest Whiskey
I have to be honest with you and admit that the only way you’ll see me drinking whiskey is in a sour. Most often, I’m eating my whiskeys and bourbons. I just can’t do brown liquors, y’all. Too many run-ins in my young adulthood put me off of them altogether. But this Uncle Nearest Whiskey BBQ Sauce…
Peruvian Inspired Coleslaw (No Mayo Dressing)
This Peruvian Inspired Coleslaw takes the flavors of the best green sauce in history and makes it outdoor eating-friendly. Unlike most aji verde (literally green chili pepper) sauces, which have a mayonnaise base, this version eliminates the need for refrigeration. Instead, crisp red and green cabbages get a mildly spicy green vinaigrette dressing. This is an economical…
Tres Leches Cake Donuts with Rainbow Sprinkles
Tres Leches cake is the stuff Hispanic dreams are made of. So I figured, why not top fluffy cake donuts with the same creamy, milky goodness and enjoy them for breakfast? Why not indeed, my friend. This Tres Leches Cake Donuts recipe is easy to make partly because you probably have everything you need to…
