Recent Recipes

Doce de Tomate

Doce de Tomate, or Tomato Jam, is perfect for those with a sweet tooth and appetite for unique flavor profiles. Combining savory tomatoes with sugary sweetness makes for a delicious tasting spread perfect for just about any occasion. It is very easy to make and can be made quickly and stored away for anytime use. Doce de Tomate is great for making good use of tomatoes which are nearing or slightly beyond their expiration date.

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Sonhos de Banana

Sonhos de Banana are an amazing and decadent dessert from the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe. It is also eaten in Brazil by the same name. This is a typical beignet style fried banana treat that is simple and easy to make, and is definitely sure to please those with a sweet tooth!
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Bacalhau Soufflé

Bacalhau Soufflé is one of the more decadent ways to enjoy our beloved Portuguese Bacalhau, and is actually quite simple and easy to make! This dish is perfect for dinner when having friends over, and is sure to impress.
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Bacalhau Rice (Arroz de Bacalhau)

For those who love bacalhau, you will absolutely love this dish. For just about everyone else, you probably will too. Bacalhau Rice, or Arroz de Bacalhau, is one of the many unique takes on cooking bacalhau that also happens to be one of my favorites. The cod is simply combined with some cooked rice and perfectly complemented by the flavors of sauteed onions, garlic, olive oil, and freshly sliced leeks. Continue Reading…

Red Pepper Paste (Massa de Pimentão)

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Massa de Pimentão is a classic Portuguese red pepper paste that is often used to season just about any ingredient with loads of flavor, most typically before roasting or grilling. As Massa de pimentão is most typically made at home, many have their own unique take on the recipe. Here is Fitta Wine’s wonderful take on Massa de Pimentão along with some red wine for added flavor.
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