We really enjoy putting together these favorites any time of year. Two Sweet and Sour Brisket recipes, one is more traditional, recipe is here. For the other just Read More. The Latke recipe is amazingly simple and the recipe follows along too with the Donuts. Just a heads up about the donuts … These delicious nuggets are best fresh … certainly prepare the day of but if possible just before serving. As for the Challah, Will makes it the best and here is the recipe.
For the next posts I’m creating some delicious Ketogenic recipes. Not all meat! In fact, there are Vegetarian versions of this diet. Whether you’re into the Ketogenic Diet or not you’ll enjoy this version of Mac n Cheese. Roasted Cauliflower subs for the macaroni. No matter how much cheese or what spice you add this definitely tastes of cauliflower. My family loves roasted cauliflower … So, adding cheese was just a perfect addition for a main dish result.
About the Ketogenic Diet … I recently began following Keto recommendations with amazing success in losing weight but what peaked my interest most was the benefits to nerve and brain health. I’ve lived long enough to know, information today changes tomorrow … But what I’ve studied just makes sense. I’m sure this diet isn’t for everyone. I recommend contacting your physician before beginning any strict dietary regimen.
Looking back, so many of the prepared foods eaten when I was a child are no longer considered a healthy choice. The main ingredient of this sandwich filling is a processed meat you can’t seem to find any longer in the grocer’s deli. Grandma’s recipe did incorporate cooked chicken if you preferred but it was the original that I loved. For a special treat I do go the bologna and pork loaf but cut the recipe way back from the 6 loaves of bread, etc, to a 4 serving proportion … Just enough for a treat but not for a full on wedding reception. Now I have to say my Grandmother was well known for this recipe by her family & friends. And I feel pretty lucky to have found it written down by her niece many years ago. Problem is Grandma was a change up artist. What she had in the pantry might find its way into the mix. My Mother too had a way of changing her Mother-in-law’s recipes. Mom made it tuna. It can even go just eggs. Or how about turning this into a salad instead. It all can be done with this recipe. Have you ever heard, ‘no one can make it like Grandma?’ Need I say more!
Lovin’ all these summer vegetables and a few quarters of red potato roasted in a sweet & sour herb marinade. For me this is a main dish when sprinkled with small dollops of cream cheese. This is one of the best tastes in roasted vegetables, guaranteed.
Just made these amazing Vegetarian Burritos. Yes, they go Vegan easily! With all these veggies in my garden I was thinking Vegetarian at least for the summer. The burritos can hold their own without this spread but it’s a great option. Why call it a spread? Well, I added a bit of vegenaise, and more spice than the usual guacamole (another recipe here). Leave off the vegenaise, or substitute sour cream or mayonnaise instead. Anyway you try this, you will be hooked. It’s just plain good!
Not sure how or why but a friend and I got to talking about food. Ha. While eating and drinking last night Roselyn mentioned a salad (& the recipe) she frequently ate as a child. It sounded so simple and good I had to try it. She was absolutely right about this side salad! It’s delicious. Don’t tell her but I used pre-washed fresh spinach. She said it wouldn’t be the same without fresh bunches of spinach … not pre-washed. This was pretty darn good, Roselyn! Check out a few of her other recipes she has shared, here and here.
Can’t believe I ate the whole thing! I didn’t but wanted to! Deliciously Simple! Not into linguica try chourico!
Still working on my garden Romas … Just a few pounds left before I need to harvest again. Any good tomatoes will do for this tasty Portuguese Soup. Romas just happen to be my favorite. The few ingredients here come together, including the hot linguica, to make this a truly satisfying lunch or dinner. (For vegetarian try this Portuguese Spicy Tomato Soup too.) Today’s recipe can easily be a 30 minute to table meal. Maybe even 20. Your family will love it so much you better double the recipe!
July 4th picnic without beans! Not for this family! Beans are my all time comfort food and a must for the Fourth. Any of these recipes works well. I enjoy what I experienced in my childhood. So, I opt for the sweetest of baked. Vegetarians have a recipe here too. Getting ready with 3 days to go!
Santa Maria Beans
Black Beans
Baked Beans
Country Beans
Portuguese Beans
Sweetest Baked Beans
Vegetarian Beans
Chili Beans
If you’re a fan of Estrada’s Kitchen cuisine you know the family has not published their recipes even after closing their doors in Fresno and Visalia. What I’m trying to say … the Estrada’s recipes I’ve posted are the closest I can get to the authentic without the actual recipe. I’m working off my taste memory, my brother’s and others’ too who had experienced this great food. This pepper recipe is no different. It was recently shared by an Estrada’s fan on my blog. Thank you Mort. Simply scroll down for the full quick & easy recipe.
I have a few suggestions but this recipe is great just as it is. I found the texture is more reminiscent of the original if you make ahead remove from ramekins and then reheat just before serving. Think food safety if you decide to try this. If you do reheat, 500 degrees F for just a few minutes. I used thickly shredded Mexican cheeses, about 1/4 cup per serving. One 4 ounce can of whole fire roasted Ortega peppers will be more than enough, splitting each in half lengthwise. I do remember the bottom of the original peppers being a bit greasy in the day. If this isn’t to your liking grease each ramekin over entire inside surface sparingly with crisco or lard. I used creme brûlée dishes for baking. They are the perfect size and shape. After cooling I was able to simply peel the contents out in one piece.
Try these other delicious Estrada’s Style dishes under Our Family Tradition.
A pasta salad to please … packed with delicious ingredients. This is the perfect main dish. It’s a salad I just can’t stop eating. Yikes! A great side to add to my Smoker Brisket.
If like me, you have a hard time following a recipe exactly this is a recipe for you. It takes to change-ups easily. The campanelle pasta is a great touch but you can substitute.
I happened upon this recipe quite by accident. I love the blogger site but I’m not sure it remains active. I’ll be trying some of the authentic Portuguese recipes. Hope you enjoy the site and this recipe.