Tag Archive for: authentic portuguese cooking

Green Beans with Squash

Green Beans with Squash

  Green Beans with Squash is a dish to which you can also use regular potato or sweet potato. If you do not work quickly, sweet potatoes can be tricky in that the color turns unappetizing. They are, however, very tasty served in this…
Flan with Chocolate Cake

Flan with Chocolate Cake

  Flan Pudding with Chocolate Cake has elevated the flan. Magically the chocolate cake rises and with such moisture, it pleases the senses of both chocolate and flan lovers at the same time. Be careful not to over bake. Make sure…
Easter Bread (Folares)
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Easter Bread (Folares)

  This Easter Bread (Folares) of Emma Silva's, still uses the old fashion method of using ones hands to mix.  It is a method still used by old timers, who feel electric metal beaters ruin the flavor of the bread. Usually one person…
Filet Mignon with Mushrooms

Filet Mignon with Mushrooms

This Filet Mignon with Mushrooms is an upscale steak dish served at a former Lisbon restaurant.  Though it is not traditional, it has rave reviews. Filet Mignon with Mushrooms never was a typical dish in Portugal, however, all this has changed. …
Chouriço and Proscuitto Bread (Folar)
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Chouriço and Proscuitto Bread (Folar)

Chouriço and Proscuitto Bread (Folar) makes a perfect addition and not only to tailgate parties. It is great for picnic baskets and as an appetizer for gatherings. My brother likes to add some Portuguese São Jorge cheese to the dough. It is…