Portuguese Porridge Grits (Papas)

March 5, 2013 / 4 Comments

This is a delicious recipe for Portuguese Porridge using grits, which is also known as Papas. This is a deliciously sweet dish that is typically eaten at any time during the day because of it is just so easy and simple to make. Eating Papas with some cinnamon on top along with some tea is one of my favorite meals and brings back great memories every time I have the chance to eat it. The sweet fragrance emanating from some freshly made Papas is almost enjoyment enough. I am sure you will love this dish as much as I do, so go ahead and try it out and tell us what you think!
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Simple Portuguese Corn Cakes (Bolos de Milho)

March 1, 2013 / No Comments

This is an easy way to make Bolos de Milho, or Portuguese corn cakes. This is a traditional recipe in Portuguese cuisine which is very similar to other types of fried corn cakes. This unique variation is quite delicious with just the right amount of sweetness. I personally have made and enjoyed these bolos de milho many times before and I can say it is quite easy. Try it out and tell us what you think!
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Homemade Simple & Easy Doce de Amora (Blackberry Jam)

February 24, 2013 / No Comments

This recipe is perfect for those with a sweet tooth. This is a simple & easy way to make homemade Portuguese style Doce de Amora, or Blackberry Jam. Doce de Amora is a very popular spread to place on some toasted bread to be enjoyed with some tea in the morning, but is typically enjoyed at any time in the day in Portuguese culture. The ingredients and directions are very simple and straightforward so go ahead and try it we are sure you will love it.
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Azorean Favas e Arroz (Beans & Rice)

February 1, 2013 / No Comments

Azorean Favas e Arroz, beans and rice recipe. This simple and easy dish is a unique variation on an Azorean favorite. Favas are an integral part of Portuguese cuisine and this is a hearty and delicious recipe to combine many great flavorful ingredients in a simple dish. Tell us what you think of this recipe as we are sure you will love it!
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Pão de Milho (Portuguese Corn Bread)

January 31, 2013 / 10 Comments

Pão de Milho, also known as Broa, began as a staple cornbread in the poorer regions of Portugal. Corn was introduced into Portugal and Spain from the New World, by whalers & fishermen sailing from the New England coast. This unique and delicious bread has been a hearty and easy way for people of all Portuguese society to enjoy bread for centuries. Serve it home-made with any meal along with some butter and it will taste great!
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Beef and Shrimp Rissois (Portuguese Croquettes)

January 27, 2013 / No Comments

Rissois are a very traditional Portuguese deep fried dish like a croquette which are made with various types of filling typically with some sort of meat. This dish is not necessarily the simplest to make but it is guaranteed to be totally delicious. Our recipe here can be used to make rissois with either beef or shrimp, but you could also substitute something like cod fish just in the same.
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