Versión en Español Spinach pascualina is a savory pie of homemade olive oil dough filled with spinach sautéed with onion, garlic, butter, and nutmeg, mixed with grated parmesan, with whole hard boiled eggs nestled inside, covered with a second layer of dough, and baked until golden. It takes 45 minutes of preparation and about 30 minutes of baking, and serves 6. Simple and nourishing, it is very popular in Chile as a starter, main course,…
Versión en Español Artichoke water, or agua de alcachofa, is the cooking water of artichokes infused with lemon slices and fresh mint, cooled, and served warm or cold as a light herbal drink. It takes 10 minutes of preparation and about 50 minutes of cooking, and serves 6. It is a perfect example of using everything in the kitchen, since the artichokes become a main dish while their cooking water keeps some of their compounds…
Versión en Español Wild boar stew in red wine, or estofado de jabalí, is boar meat marinated for 48 hours in red wine with apples, pears, carrots, onion, and herbs, then browned and braised slowly in the marinade with bay leaves, with potatoes added at the end. It takes 2 days of preparation, mostly marinating, and about 90 minutes of cooking, and serves 6. Wild boar is a challenging game meat, but this slow red…
Versión en Español Homemade tamarind sauce is tamarind pulp soaked and strained into a tangy juice, simmered with brown sugar, water, and salt until thick, with optional fish stock and chili sauce for a savory or spicy touch. It takes 10 minutes of preparation and about 10 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. Sweet, sour, and exotic, it is popular in Asian and Latin American cooking and adds a special touch to many dishes. How…
Versión en Español Tinto de verano is a refreshing Spanish summer drink of young red wine mixed with an equal amount of lemon soda, a splash of red vermouth, lemon slices, and plenty of ice. It takes 5 minutes to prepare and serves 6. Light and easy to drink, it is perfect for hot days and has become very popular in Chile, where young local reds make an excellent base. How to Make Tinto de…
Versión en Español Oatmeal waffles, or waffles de avena, are made by blending rolled oats with skim milk, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, oil, baking powder, and vanilla into a batter and cooking it in a waffle iron until golden, then serving them with fresh fruit and cream. They take 5 minutes of preparation and about 20 minutes of cooking, and serve 4. A wholesome take on the classic Belgian waffle, they are perfect for breakfast…
Versión en Español Chilean chicken stew, or estofado de pollo, is diced chicken breast cooked with a sofrito of onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, and ají de color, then simmered with carrots, potatoes, tomato sauce, and water until tender, finished with fresh parsley. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and about 30 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. It is a classic, simple, and affordable Chilean home stew, quick to make for lunch or dinner, just…
Versión en Español Dark beer jam, or mermelada de cerveza negra, is stout or porter infused with vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, cloves, and orange peel, strained, cooked slowly with sugar, and set with a little agar agar, then sealed in a sterilized jar. It takes 30 minutes of preparation and about an hour of cooking, plus 12 hours of setting, and serves 6. Sweet, toasty, and aromatic, it is a surprising spread for bread,…
Versión en Español Homemade gingerbread cookies, or galletas de jengibre, are spiced Christmas cookies made with flour, brown sugar, butter, honey, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and clove, chilled, rolled, cut into festive shapes, baked, and decorated with a lemon icing. They take about 3 hours of preparation, mostly chilling, and 8 to 10 minutes in the oven, and serve 8. They are a Christmas classic around the world and a basic recipe that lets you play…
Versión en Español Fresh tomato juice, or jugo de tomate natural, is ripe tomatoes blended with cold water, a little salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice, strained if you like, and served over ice. It takes 10 minutes to prepare and serves 2. It is a refreshing, nutrient rich drink that is ideal to start the day, accompany meals, or recharge, with a pure, natural flavor. How to Make Tomato Juice? It takes no…