Cuban cuisine is as dynamic and alluring as the island itself. Transport your taste buds to Havana with classic recipes that show you how to capture the incredible flavors of beloved Cuban dishes without leaving the comfort of your kitchen.
What sets this Cuban cookbook apart:
A taste of history—Learn about the fascinating evolution of Cuban cuisine; the influence of Spanish, African, and Caribbean cultures; and the enduring culinary traditions.
50 authentic recipes—Whip up a range of traditional Cuban dishes such as aromatic Arroz con Pollo a la Chorrera (Yellow Rice with Chicken), Ropa Vieja (Braised Shredded Beef), and Lechon Asado (Pork Roast), just like abuela used to make.
Tips and techniques—Get expert insight into everything from the art of frying the perfect tostones to the essential street food you must try on a visit to Cuba.
Celebrate the flavors, foods, and traditions of Cuba with this essential cookbook.
kratzy 5.0 out of 5 stars If you want to enjoy Cuban food at home at reasonable prices. Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022 More than 50 traditional, but well known recipes, for the lover of Cuban food and presented in an easy to stand manner, with clear ingredient lists and easy to follow instructions. After a brief introduction there are five chapters split up for breakfast and lunch recipes followed by side dishes and then seafood poultry and finally beef and pork. The final chapter is one of the greatest interests for me - beverages and desserts. I am familiar with the many sandwiches and all the small dishes that you get at many US Cuban food places, but the desserts and beverages had the most interest to me because I have never sampled these items.The dessert list did not disappoint, from cream cheese flan to rice pudding and cinnamon custard - the selection was a milky rich as I had hoped and I will now work my way through the recipes. The beverages unfortunately are all alcoholic; I had hoped for some non-alcoholic options. But the deserts make up for it. The rice pudding in particular may now finally enable me to totally forget about weight, diet, and health and just enjoy life - let’s face it, any recipe that combines sweet condensed milk, whipping cream and evaporated milk with just a smidgen of lime peel and cinnamon and vanilla must be good. Looking forward to sampling this concoction.
I received a free copy of the book from the publisher
Spend less money and more time together—easy, healthy meal prep for two
Convenience doesn’t have to come with a cost to your wallet, health, or sanity! Now you can prepare delicious, nourishing dishes for two ahead of time—and savor them throughout the week, stress-free. Whether you’re prepping food with a partner, family member, or roommate, Meal Prep for Two will help you build simple and balanced meals together.
Jump right into eight flavor-packed, week-long meal plans for two people. Follow along with detailed shopping lists and step-by-step meal prep instructions for either one or two nights a week. The breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks—perfectly portioned for two—include nutritional info and food storage guidelines. Let’s get cooking!
Inside Meal Prep for Two, you’ll find:
8 weekly plans—Enjoy a variety of uniquely-themed meal prep plans: Mediterranean Staycation, Better Than Takeout, Beat the Heat, and more.
75 tasty recipes—Try Zucchini Cheddar Scones, Turkey Club Salad Jars, Sheet Pan Ratatouille with Roasted Salmon, and more.
Prep smarter—Get advice on adjustments for dietary needs, smart ingredient reuse, and sequence and division of meal prep tasks.
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