Arroz con leche is a popular rice pudding dish in Spain and Latin America, made by slowly simmering uncooked rice with milk and sugar. It can be flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, and citrus peels, and is often served with butter. Brown rice can be used for a healthier version, and a vegan variation can […]
Chile con queso is a Tex-Mex dish made with melted cheese and hot peppers, often served as an appetizer or party snack. High-quality recipes use fresh chiles and Mexican-style cheeses, while others use canned peppers and processed dairy products. The dip is usually served hot with tortilla chips, but can be customized with other ingredients […]
Mote con huesillo is a popular Chilean drink made with nixtamalized wheat and sun-dried peaches. The wheat is cooked in alkaline water, while the peaches are rehydrated and mixed with a cinnamon-flavored simple syrup. The drink is often served at festivals and stalls across the country and is considered a symbol of Chilean patriotism. For […]
Arroz con pollo is a popular dish in many Caribbean and Latin American countries, with roots traced back to Spain. The dish typically includes chicken, rice, beer, broth, saffron, and sofrito, with cumin and coriander adding spice. The Moors are believed to have created the original dish, with their use of exotic spices and communal […]
Yuca, a starchy root vegetable native to South America, is used in the popular Hispanic dish yuca con mojo, which consists of boiled yuca root with a garlic sauce. The recipe calls for basic ingredients such as garlic, onions, and citrus juice, and can be personalized. Yuca can be substituted for potatoes in many recipes […]
Chili con carne is a spicy stew with Spanish origins, popular in American cooking. It traditionally includes ground beef, beans, and spices like chili powder and cumin. Variations exist, including white chili made with chicken or turkey. Chili competitions are popular in the US and internationally. Chili con carne is Spanish for chili con carne. […]
A con game is when someone intentionally misrepresents facts to gain another person’s trust and transfer money or property. Scammers can be anyone, including professionals and trustworthy individuals. Short cons aim to scam small amounts of money, while long cons target large sums or personal information. Examples include gambling, psychic cheating, fake stories, and official-looking […]
Arroz con gandules is a Puerto Rican dish made with rice, pigeon peas, and sofrito seasoning. It can include bacon, pork, sausage, and herbs, and is cooked with water and meat. The dish is traditionally served with a layer of crunchy rice on the bottom. Similar dishes include Hoppin’ John and Platillo Moros y Cristianos. […]
