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Hi All! This recipe is from my Grandmother, Teodora, and is one of a couple of recipes included here that’s actually not Portuguese and is from a cookbook my Grandma has had for many years.  Although it’s not an original recipe from her, I’m including it in this project, because growing up and still to…

Hi All! Here I am, back again and with a sweet, delightful treat!  I’m not going to lie, this tart from my Tia Leocadia is especially sweet, so I recommend using dark chocolate for the top layer to balance it out. Have a great weekend! Yields: 8-10 servings Tip: Be sure to use dark chocolate…

Hi All! It’s taken me a while to post this recipe, because I’ve been out of town visiting family, a wedding, and getting engaged myself!  With that said, here goes: This next recipe is from my Grandma, Teodora, and very simple to make.  This was an average morning or evening meal for my grandma, and…

Hi All! Like a lot of people, I’m a total chocolate-lover, and chocolate mousse recipe from my Tia Elvira, does not disappoint in satisfying the sweetest of a chocolate tooth!  The mousse is really rich in taste, while also being light and fluffy in texture – perfect combination!  Oh and it’s really easy to make.…

Hi Friends! My Grandmother, Teodora, has so many great recipes, so here’s another one from her, Tuna Salad!  I love tuna salad covered in mayo and rich, BUT this version is even better and healthier.  No mayo, just drizzled in olive oil and vinegar.  Hope you enjoy! Yields: 4 servings Ingredients: 2 potatoes, peeled and…

Hello! Below is a recipe from my grandma; another type of filling for the tartlets.  The dough recipe is included in this blog! Yields: 4 dozen tartlets Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup whole milk 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 10 eggs, separated 1…

Hi All! I previously posted the dough recipe for these tartlets, and below is the recipe for the lemon custard filling.  I would say this is one of the more popular fillings, and it’s so yummy! Yields: 4 dozen tartlets Ingredients: 1 cup water 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar zest from 1 lemon 4 tablespoons…

Hi Everyone, “Queijadas,” or tartlets, are very much a staple of Portuguese desserts.  You can fill these crust tarts with just about anything, even beans!  Yes, really, there’s a bean recipe that has sugar added, and it’s actually really good.  Below is the recipe for the dough, and I’ll be including at least three types…

Hi All! This next recipe is from my Tia Elvira, and this one is certainly unique, but very common in the Azores and Portugal.  It’s broth poured over bread, and topped off with a poached egg.  There are several variations of this dish with some adding in “linguica” or chorizo and there’s also a seafood…

Hi All, This is another recipe that I made with my Grandma Teodora while in Boise a couple of weeks ago.  They’re a sweet bread biscuit, and are so good, especially with a cup of coffee or tea.  They take time to rise and bake, so be sure to allow yourself plenty of time to…