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Gallo Pinto – a Typical Costa Rican meal
Costa Rica is a melting pot and we had a choice of food from all over the world. But one thing you can be sure of, is that every restaurant you go to has a bottle of Salsa Lizano on the table and Gallo Pinto on the menu. Gallo Pinto Ingredients 1 cup of cooked …
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Really Rich Risotto – A Northern Italian Staple
“Rice is born in water and must die in wine.” ~Italian Proverb When I was in Italy I discovered Risotto, the supreme comfort food. What I didn’t know is that while pasta rules in central and southern Italy, risotto is the staple of northern Italy. It is grown all over the region and is delicious …
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Incredible Coconut Shrimp and Mexican Mashed Potatoes
Here is one of our favorites dinners, Easy Coconut Shrimp and Mexican Mashed Papas. Even my self proclaimed “lazy cook” was interested in making Coconut Shrimp!