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Monday Meal Review: Brazil

July 19, 2010 By 20 Comments
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Things that make you go "Mmmm."  The food of Brazil is simple and decidedly non-fussy. Many dishes have a short list of ingredients, however they pack intense flavor into each bite. This food practically assembles itself, allowing the hostess to enjoy the fruits of her labor and dance at her own party. Speaking of dancing, Ava LOVES music. This weekend we played some Brazilian music and she did a cute baby dance while holding on to the coffee table (I call it the diaper-butt bounce). I. … [Read more...]

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Recipe: Iced Brazilian Mocha-Cola (Iced coffee)

July 18, 2010 By 4 Comments
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Serves 4 Brazilian iced coffee has the spirit of a root-beer float. Rich chocolate milk and fizzy cola sweetens the drink, while the coffee gives it a nice kick (although decaf is a great option, too)! Kids will love the novelty of plain old chocolate milk with cola, without the coffee. Feel free to top with vanilla ice cream, instead of whipped cream. Mmm.... Ingredients: 1 cup double strength coffee 12 oz can cola 3 cups chocolate milk Whipped cream or vanilla ice … [Read more...]

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Recipe: Brazilian Romeo and Juliet (Romeu e Julieta)

July 18, 2010 By 6 Comments
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Makes 10 servings This unusual treat can be served either for dessert or as a snack. The sweet and salty combination is shocking to my sheltered palette, but Brazilians serve this beloved treat up in many forms. For less of a salty/sweet contrast, try spreading a dab of cream cheese on top of the Guava paste. This mild spread is more suited to the sweet guava. Also, consider using queso blanco, a less salty cheese. Ingredients: 1 block of guava paste (available at some Latino and … [Read more...]

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Recipe: Sauteed Red Kale

July 18, 2010 By 2 Comments
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Ingredients: 1 bunch red kale olive oil vinegar (red or white wine) Method: 1. Rinse and trim the kale. Kale is full of good-for-you vitamins and minerals so eat it up! 2. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add kale and vinegar. The vinegar gives the bitter greens an upbeat kick! You could even use fresh squeezed lemon juice, if you were in the mood :) 3. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. This photo shows the greens halfway. You can cook them even longer, if you … [Read more...]

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While I’m Cooking: Brazilian Video

July 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Take a Brazilian Food Safari and learn about many popular ingredients and foods including feijoada: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaCEyoa_mLA&feature=related httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaCEyoa_mLA&feature=related Have a wonderful weekend! :) … [Read more...]

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Fun Fact Friday: Brazil (with poll and video)

July 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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Honeybees fight cavities? Brazilian honeybees make a sticky substance called propolis to patch up their hives. This mixture of beeswax and local tree secretions has the potential to reduce cavities in humans up to 60%. A sweet invention... The sweet, seedless navel orange was first recorded in the mid-1800's on a sour orange tree in a Brazilian monastery (according to National Geographic). This happy accident was then developed and bred into the sweet navel orange we enjoy today. The … [Read more...]

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Technique Thursday: Brazilian Black Bean Feijoada (Pork & Black Bean Stew) – Recipe

July 15, 2010 By 7 Comments
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Feijoada is Brazil's stew of choice for lazy Saturdays and potluck Sundays. At it's absolute best, Feijoada is a massive pool of black beans piled high with a glorious assortment of meat. One plateful will provide enough slow-burning energy for a marathon, although you won't be able to run after eating it! This is definitely a meal for elastic pants. Originally, Feijoada was made with pig ears, tails, and feet. Today, this hearty dish is typically made with dried beef (carne seca) and pork … [Read more...]

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Menu: Brazil

July 14, 2010 By 2 Comments
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Brazilians are a beautiful, proud, and fun-loving people who would rather have sand beneath their feet than snow any day of the week. Our first two Global Table dishes capture the spirit of Brazil - wholesome and strong. The second two dishes reflect the heart of Brazil - sweet and smooth. Make one of these dishes, shut your eyes, and pretend you're in the Brazilian sunshine! Black Beans with Assorted Meats (feijoada completa) [Recipe] Black beans simmered slowly with tender ribs, tangy … [Read more...]

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