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Holy Ghost Soup
Holy Ghost Soup (Sopa de Espirito Santo), from my book Portuguese Home Cooking, is a version which happens to come from the island of Graciosa. Every island in the Azores has their version of Holy Ghost Soup .
Serves 6
1 small onion,…

Brandied Beef Fillets
On one of my trips to São Miguel island in the Acores, Brandied Beef Fillets was a surprise dinner. We checked out the upscale menu at the Açores Alantico Hotel. Tableside service enabled me to grab this recipe which delighted everyone.
Serves…

Wine and Garlic Pork Ribs
Wine and Garlic Pork Ribs (Costelos de Porco em vinho e alho) marinated at least 24 hours and served up with a bread stuffing makes for a flavorful meal on a quiet Saturday night when snow is falling. Actually, wine and garlic marinated pork…

Marinated Pork Cubes (Caçoila)
A seasoned wine and garlic combination, for infusing a dish of Marinated Pork Cubes (Caçoila), is typically made on the morning following the killing of a pig. I am glad I don't have to wait to kill a pig to make it. This is a traditional Azorean…

Trincado African Beef Stew
Trincado African Beef Stew has an infusion of Portuguese flavors. I have many requests for this Portuguese inspired African beef stew, which is similar to the Azorean braised beef recipe in my book, Portuguese Home Cooking.
This…