Seared Tuna with Roasted Avocado-Pepper and Wasabi Sauce
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Searing tuna is not a difficult task. The marinade seasons the steak really well, but the biggest “secret” for achieving great flavor is purchasing super fresh tuna steaks. The real twist on this recipe comes from the sauce: grill the vegetables prior to making the sauce for a delicious smoky taste. Healthy and so good!
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Cheesecake with Guava Sauce
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Guava and cheese is a traditional combination in Brazilian desserts, and cheesecake is an American staple. So this “marriage” of flavors works, again, very well for this American-Brazilian recipe! The slightly tangy flavor of the sauce compliments the richness of the cake. I hope you enjoy!
Add a commentCreamy Hearts of Palm Soup
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Hearts-of-palm add a very delicate and distinctive flavor to this traditional Brazilian recipe. My version has cream and Parmesan cheese for a velvety and nutty finish. Enjoy!
Add a commentTres Leches Cake with Berries and Cream
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Tres Leches is a very popular cake recipe in Mexico and Central America. Very light in texture, this deliciously moist cake received its name because it is soaked overnight in three milks (tres leches): heavy cream, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk. My version has freshly made cream top and berries soaked in orange liquor. Irresistible!
Add a commentSopa Paraguaya – Paraguayan Corn Bread
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This delicious South American corn bread recipe has slowly cooked onions and mozarella cheese. Serve as a side dish for stews (that's how the Paraguayans enjoy it) or grill and serve as an appetizer with salsa fresca.
Add a commentStrawberry Shortcake – Brazilian Style (Torta Gelada de Morangos)
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This Brazilian-style Strawberry Shortcake has a decadent layer of home-made condensed milk custard. Impossible to resist!
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Goat Cheese Roulade with Roasted Bell Peppers
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The roulade dough is a savory sponge cake really light in texture with a touch of Parmesan cheese for a great, nutty flavor. The filling is very creamy and the slightly sour bite from the goat cheese is complimented by the sweetness of the roasted red pepper. My good friend (and big time foodie) Geo made this for us while we were in Brazil a few months ago and I did not leave her alone until she gave me the recipe!
Add a commentHamburger with Chimichurri Sauce and Provolone
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This hamburger recipe gets a delicious South American twist: chimichurri sauce! This tangy and flavorful Argentine sauce combined with Provolone and home-made hamburger patties is my husband’s new favorite. This is the ultimate grilling experience!
Add a commentFettucini al Mare with Asparagus and Crème Fraiche
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This pasta tastes like the ocean with a touch of freshness from lemon juice and dill; and it takes only 15 minutes from start to finish!
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Arugula Salad with Goat cheese and Red Pepper Dressing
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Red pepper jelly gives a touch of sweetness and spicy to this simple salad recipe. Mango white balsamic gives a tart bite to the dressing, which can be used with other combinations of greens. Try this light and flavorful salad today!
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