Vicky's

Chocolate-Pecans Cookies

For all chocolate lovers, this cookie is perfect. The combination of chocolates and pecans is simply delightful.  Ingredients: ½ cup all purpose flour 2 tablespoon cocoa powder 1 dash salt ...

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Mini Mai Tai

Mai Tai is a refreshing alcoholic cocktail invited in 1933. “Maita’i” is the Tahitian word for “good” or “fine” and it’s usually spelled in two words. Mai Tai Ingredients: 1 ...

Yerli's

Steak with Fiesta Salad

Being able to get home after a work day it’s a joy, but more rewarding it is to enjoy a wonderful dinner. Enjoy it! Ingredients: 1 lb Beef Chuck Steak, ...

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The Bronx Journal – Let’s Get It Cooking Interview

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Noche de Sabores 2012

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Apricot Peach Daiquiri

Apricot & Peach Daiquiri

Whether you like your apricot sweet to tart or like your peach soft to hard, you’re in for a ride. I’ve combine both of these fruit textures to make a semi-sweet yet elegant cocktail that pleases every apricot or peach lover. Ingredients: 3 oz white rum 1 oz lime juice 1/2 oz cherry syrup 1 [...]

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Little Manhattan

Little Manhattan

I decided to post this recipe because I personally love bold drinks. It has an authentic down south flavor that reminds me of what whiskey is all about. Ingredients: 2 oz. Blended Whiskey 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters Preparation: 1. Pour all ingredients over ice in a mixing glass and stir as [...]

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Yerli's

Chicken Wraps

There’s a smart way to enjoy flavorful gourmet food while keeping it healthy. Enjoy it! Ingredients: 2 whole wheat tortillas 1 lb chicken breast, chopped 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 liquid seasoning 1 cup water 2 teaspoons low fat mayonnaise Yellow cheese, low fat 1 cup green beans, cooked ½ cup carrot, chopped and cooked Salt [...]

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Potato Croquettes

Potato Croquettes

Soft & crispy; light & brown; or hot & sour; these Potato Croquettes filled with spicy chicken breast are such a delight. Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes Chicken breast Seasoning: Oregano, Ranchero sauce, hot sauce ½ tablespoon paprika 1 small onion (chopped) ½ tomato (chopped) 1 tablespoon olives (sliced) Raisings 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon salt [...]

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Pineapple Empanadas w/ Guava Sour Filling

In South America they are called “empanadas.” In Ghana they are called “meat pies.” In Haiti they are called “pate.” In the Dominican Republic they are named “pastelitos.” Whatever you might call them, the flavor is still the same! Ingredients: 10-turnover pastry dough 5 pineapple slices 1 cup guava extract ½ cup of sugar 3 [...]

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Yerli's

Pasta & Veggies Soup

Don’t know what to cook today? With these chilly conditions, there is nothing better to do than a delicious soup. Enjoy it! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 garlic gloves, mash 5 cups water 1 cube all seasoning purpose 1 cup whole wheat pasta 1 cup mix vegetables ½ cup celery, chopped 1 tablespoon onion, [...]

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