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Tofu broccolette stir fry recipe

This tofu broccolette stir fry recipe includes red bell pepper. Ground annatto seeds are added to the tofu to achieve an enticing, all natural color. "Your tummy likes a rainbow" is a great new teaching for kids in preschool. This is true for adults, and I would add that our eyes like a rainbow too. Start with medium to firm tofu. If your spice rack does not include ground annatto seeds (achiote, or bija), I highly recommend you get a jar. Bija can be used for coloring in many dishes from meats to grains. It is an all natural spice…

Ripe papaya (lechoza madura)

Lechoza madura (para comer o hacer batida). República Dominicana. Ripe papaya. Dominican Republic. Papaya is a tropical fruit abundant in the Dominican Republic. It is eaten ripe, as in the photo, cut in cubes or made into smoothies with milk, water and cane sugar. A popular papaya smoothie recipe includes Carnation (evaporated milk). Blend all these ingredients together with ice and enjoy!

Moro de guandules (pigeon pea rice)

This moro de guandules (pigeon pea rice) recipe is for the traditional stove top Dominican moro. I also have a rice-cooker version of this recipe. Easy print recipe below. Definition of moro in Dominican cooking: any combination of rice and legumes cooked in the same dish. Popular types of moro are black bean moro, pigeon pea moro and red bean moro. Pigeon peas are one of my favorite legumes and since they are not as widely produced as other types of beans, it is always a treat to have them. In the U.S., I have only been able to get…

Homemade season-all recipe

This homemade season all recipe will be your new best friend when cooking. Use it to season meats, beans, soups and rice dishes. Keep it handy and it will help you avoid using bouillon and adobo with MSG and preservatives.You will need: One big red onion, chopped Two bulbs of garlic, peeled Two bunches of cilantro, washed and chopped One bunch of celery, chopped Two big bell peppers, three Cubanelle peppers or three ajies gustosos from a Latin market, chopped Oregano, basil and parsley, half a bunch of each if fresh (chopped), two tablespoons of each if dry A quarter cup…

Ramen noodles with vegetables and tofu

This ramen noodles recipe includes your choice of ramen, plus vegetables and tofu. Easy print recipe included. Ramen noodles are a staple for many American college kids. I had my shared of ramen in college and many years later, I still like to have them from time to time for a quick lunch. Add plenty of vegetables, left over meat or tofu to turn them into a full meal. Picking the trans fat and MSG-free ramen ensures a guilt-free noodle treat. Serves one person. Double-up for two. Ramen noodles with vegetables and tofu 1 pack of ramen noodles1 cup of…