Versión en Español Homemade candied orange peel is orange peel, pith included, blanched three times for 5 minutes each, cut into 5 mm strips, simmered for about 45 minutes in a syrup of equal weights of sugar and water cooked to the soft thread stage, 110 to 112°C (230 to 234°F), and dried on a rack for 2 to 3 days. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and 90 minutes of cooking, and serves 8.…
Versión en Español Homemade carrot sponge cake is grated carrot blended with sunflower oil into a paste, mixed with eggs beaten with sugar, sifted flour, and baking powder, and baked in a greased 24 cm pan at 180°C (356°F) for 30 minutes. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of baking, and serves 6. A quick cake you can decorate as you like, in layers or with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or cream…
Versión en Español A Chilean tuna sandwich is drained canned tuna mixed with ricotta, mayonnaise, onion, celery, capers, lemon juice, dill, and cilantro, spread over lettuce on toasted sandwich bread and topped with another slice. It takes 10 minutes of preparation and 2 minutes of toasting, and serves 2. A fresh, versatile snack between meals, good with just mayonnaise or with your favorite add ins. How to Make a Tuna Sandwich? Use the tuna you…
Versión en Español Cream of artichoke soup is shallots sautéed in olive oil with fresh thyme, simmered with diced artichoke bottoms in chicken bouillon for 5 minutes, blended, strained, and finished with cream, salt, and pepper. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. A simple, tasty, and healthy soup for the whole family, perfect for cold autumn and winter days. How to Make Cream of Artichoke Soup? Use…
Versión en Español Creamed spinach is chopped fresh spinach folded into a white sauce of onion sautéed in butter and olive oil, flour, and whole milk seasoned with nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and simmered covered for 2 minutes. It takes 15 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. A quick, simple side that goes with countless dishes. How to Make Creamed Spinach? Spinach shrinks a lot when cooked, so plan the…
Versión en Español Homemade carrot jam is carrots boiled until tender, puréed, and cooked slowly with sugar, the zest of pica limes, and the juice of three of them for about 45 minutes, skimmed, and poured hot into sterilized jars. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and 90 minutes of cooking, and serves 6. A simple way to give a new use to a vegetable available almost all year. How to Make Carrot Jam? The…
Versión en Español Homemade chicken broth is lightly toasted chicken backs and wings simmered covered in water for 45 minutes, then with potato, carrot, onion, and celery for another 45 minutes, strained, and reduced for 15 minutes to concentrate the flavor. It takes 15 minutes of preparation and 1 hour 45 minutes of cooking, and serves 6. A flavorful, low fat broth to drink on cold days or use as a base for soups, rice,…
Versión en Español Eggplant lasagna is pan browned eggplant slices layered in clay dishes with a tomato sauce of onion, grated carrot, garlic, and herbs, a herbed white sauce, and mantecoso cheese, topped with Parmesan and oregano, and broiled at 250°C (482°F) for 10 to 12 minutes. It takes 60 minutes of preparation and 40 minutes of cooking, and serves 8. A vegetarian, budget friendly take on lasagna in which eggplant replaces the pasta sheets.…
Versión en Español Aymara potje de olluko is a stew of olluco, an Andean tuber, cut into sticks and simmered with parboiled potatoes in chicha de jora, ground dried chili, lard, sugar, and salt for about 30 minutes, then topped with fresh cheese and parsley. It takes 20 minutes of preparation and 40 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. The stew takes its name from olluco (olluko), an Andean tuber that grows in many sizes…
Versión en Español Chilean style French onion soup is onion, green pepper, and garlic sautéed in butter and olive oil, cooked slowly with paprika until golden, thickened with a little flour, simmered in vegetable broth for 15 minutes, and served topped with a marraqueta toast gratinated with Parmesan and chives. It takes 20 minutes of preparation and 40 minutes of cooking, and serves 2. A comforting winter soup of French origin (soupe à l’oignon), with…