Mashed Potatoes (Puré de Papas)

Ingredients: • 1 & 1/2 pounds of potatoes*, peeled and cut into cubes • 3 tablespoons milk • 1/2 tablespoon butter (optional) • Salt and pepper to taste * Russet or Yukon gold are best Directions: In a medium saucepan add potatoes, salt and enough water to cover potatoes. Boil

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Pomegranate Salad (Ensalada de Granada)

Ingredients: • 1 bunch lettuce, spinach, or shredded cabbage • 1/2 cup chopped nuts • 1/4 onion, sliced thinly • 1 pomegranate, peeled and seeds separated • 1/2 cup shredded cheese • 4 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette Directions: Place lettuce in a salad bowl. Top with onion, nuts, and cheese. Sprinkle

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Roasted Fuyu Persimmons (Pérsimos Japoneses Horneados)

Ingredients: • 4 Fuyu persimmons, washed • 1 Tablespoon of oil • Salt to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut off the tops and bottoms of persimmons. Slice persimmons about ¼- inch thick. Lay persimmons in a single layer on a large sheet pan. Drizzle half the oil, turn

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Grilled Cheese with Pears

Ingredients: • 4 slices of bread • 4 slices of cheese • 1 medium pear, cut into 1/4-inch slices • 2 tablespoons of butter or no-stick cooking spray Directions: Heat a frying pan on medium heat. Butter two slices of bread on one side; place buttered side down onto the

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Tuna Pasta Salad (Pasta de Ajo y Mantequilla)

Ingredients: • 1/2 pound pasta, cooked and drained • 2 cups broccoli or zucchini, chopped • 1 tomato, chopped • 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing • 1 can tuna, drained Directions: Combine pasta and vegetables in a bowl. Add dressing and stir until well combined. Tip: add protein with 2-3

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Pasta Primavera

Ingredients: • 1/2 pound of pasta, cooked, drained • 4 tablespoons oil • 1 carrot, chopped • 1 zucchini, chopped • 1-2 cloves garlic, sliced • Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add garlic, vegetables, sauté 5-7 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste,

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Caramelized Onions (Cebolla Caramelizada)

Ingredients: • 4 medium onions, chopped • 1 tablespoons of butter or oil • Salt and pepper to taste • Water, 1-2 tablespoons as needed Directions: Heat the pan on medium high heat, add the oil or butter, and onions and stir constantly for 30-40 minutes. If the onions begin

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Potato Cakes (Tortas de Papa)

Ingredients: • 3 cups left over mashed potatoes • 1 cup small breadcrumbs* • 1 Large egg, lightly beaten • 2-3 Tablespoons of oil * To add flavor add pepper, sautéed onions or garlic to the mashed potatoes before cooking. Directions: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs,

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Grilled Cheese (Sándwich de Queso Fundido)

Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon butter, softened • 2 slices of bread • 2 slices of cheese • 3 thin slices of apple or pear Directions: Heat a pan over medium-low heat. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Once the pan is warm, add one slice of

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Braised Celery (Apio Estofado)

Ingredients: • 8 stalks celery, rinsed and trimmed, cut into 1 inch pieces • 1 tablespoon butter • 1/2 cup broth (chicken or beef) • Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Once melted add celery, salt and pepper, and cook for 5

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Sauteed Cauliflower (Coliflor Salteado)

Ingredients: • 1/2 head of cauliflower, cut into florets • 2 tablespoons of oil • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or other cheese of your choice) • 1 clove of garlic (optional) • Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot,

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