A crostata is a “rustic free-form version of an open tart” which may also be baked in a pie plate. Traditionally a crostata consists of a pie dough , and a generous filling. It can be either sweet or savory. . Sweet variations use fruit preserves as a filling, typically apricot, cherry, peach or…
Granita is a semi-frozen dessert made from sugar, water and various flavorings. Originally from Sicily, it is available all over Italy in somewhat different forms. It is related to sorbet and Italian ice; however, in most of Sicily, it has a coarser, more crystalline texture. The minute I read that Granita is served for breakfast,…
Eggs are an important part of breakfast in most countries. The Costo Rico breakfast has a combination where they serve Gallo Pinto with scrambled eggs. Since I could not cook eggs I found its substitute with cottage cheese. I made scrambled cottage cheese and it got done in a jiffy, looked just perfect and tasted…
Gallo Pinto is the national dish of Costa Rica and a part of Costa Rican Breakfast. Gallo Pinto has its origins in the Caribbean islands where the rice and beans combination was spread. This dish came along with the arrival of the African American workers coming from Jamaica to the province of Limo’n, Costo…
While looking for breakfast from Costo Rica, I loved the idea of toasts with fruits. I have tried fruit sandwiches but never a toast. It did sound very interesting, so I decided to try out a toast with fruits. I choose to top the toast with Mango as this is a tropical fruit also it…
BM # 56 Week : 4 , Day: 4 Theme: Breakfast across countries Country : Costo Rica Costa Rica is a country in North America, and today we are going to enjoy it’s traditional breakfast. Costa Rican Cuisine is known for being fairly mild, with high reliance on fresh fruits and vegetables.Rice and black beans…
While planning my Mexican Breakfast the Spinach tortilla seemed to be just the ideal choice, since I was serving it for dinner. I am not a great fan of spinach and so whenever I have a recipe with it, I am actually hesitant. The breakfast tortillas had spinach, and for a change I loved it.…
BM # 56 Week : 4 , Day: 3 Theme: Breakfast across Countries Country : Mexico Though Mexican cuisine is a blend of indigenous (Indian) and Spanish influences, most Mexicans continue to eat more native foods, such as corn, beans, and peppers. Such foods are cheap and widely available. Bread and pastries are sold, but…
This is one of the most simple recipes one can ever make….and yet the taste is mind blowing. The chocolate lovers can’t find a easier way to fulfill that chocolate craving with a Mexican dessert which is equally nutritious. The banana burrito was quick to assemble as all products were ready. The tortilla, nutella and…
Whatever cuisine one might cook a potato dish never fails. At least not in my family.Hubby is fond of potatoes, but avoids, I am fond of potatoes and I relish them..no I just can’t resist. The Ranchero Skillet Potatoes were simple, mild and delicious. One can make them spicy but I kept the…