Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice

I must admit that when it comes to my Cinco de Mayo meal, side dishes are usually a last thought, if one at all. I tend to think about the beverages (margaritas of coarse!), appetizers, and of coarse the main dish. But, if you are looking for the perfect compliment to your meal, than this mexican rice is where it's at. Now the thing about rice, it absolutely cannot be mushy or soggy. I like my rice dry, for lack of a better word, and fluffy. This rice delivers just that. It's flavour packed, … [Continue reading...]

Black Bean Dip

Black Bean Dip

I can't believe it has taken me a whole year to share this recipe with you! If your looking for a great Cinco de Mayo appetizer look no further. I made this dip last year for the first time for my 1st annual Cinco de Mayo party, and truthfully several more times in between. It's so delicious, that my brother and I ate the whole batch we had made for the party before the guests had arrived. Ya, clearly not the best hostess, lol. But the good news is that it is quick and easy to make. I like … [Continue reading...]

Quadruple Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake

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How nice was it to finally have some warm weather this past weekend? It was seriously overdue and well appreciated! And what better way to start the weekend than with this cake?? I wasn’t originally going to post this because it was my dad’s birthday cake, and I generally have a policy of not cutting [...]

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Blackberry Coffee Cake Bars with Crumb Topping

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So, can we talk about how much I love a crumb topping? I’m not the only one right? It takes anything that’s rather simple and delicious and just puts it over the top for me. There is just something about that sweet, crunchy, and buttery topping that wins my heart every time.  These bars were [...]

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Banana – Brown Butter Waffles with Dulce De Leche

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TGIF! Is it just me, or is anyone else really looking forward to the weekend? Although last weekend was a long weekend, it always seems like there is a lot of hustle and bustle and it flies by! I’m really looking forward to a more relaxed weekend this week. After Christmas I finally picked up [...]

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Tres Leches Espresso Cake

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So, I have some serious explaining to do….it’s been months since I have posted a new recipe, and for that I am truly sorry! I’ve been quiet on twitter, Facebook, and other blogs. Please, please, please, forgive me. The truth is, I haven’t felt like myself in a few months. The idea of food, looking [...]

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Portuguese Girl Cooks: My Top 12 Recipes of 2012

Portuguese Girl Cooks: Best of 2012- My favourites

Happy New Year!! By the time some of you read this you may have already ushered in 2013! When it comes to New Years, I’ve never been much for big extravagant parties, instead I like to keep it quiet at home with a really good meal. Generally I prepare a nice seafood meal, and tonight [...]

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The 12 Most Popular Recipes of 2012

Portuguese Girl Cooks: The Best of 2012

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! My Christmas was great, and fairly low key which is always the way I like it. I hosted my very first Christmas this year, and roasted my very first turkey! I must admit that I had a lot of anxiety about the turkey, all the way up to [...]

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Merry Christmas!

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  Wishing you and your family a very safe, happy, and wonderful Christmas!! xoxo, Jessica

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Chocolate-Espresso Buche de Noel

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Growing up, we were so lucky to have access to some amazing desserts and pastries, especially at Christmas. If you have been reading the blog for a while you’ll know that my Grandparent’s used to own a bakery. Although Easter was a busy time for them, Christmas was by far the busiest, where they would [...]

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