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Fig Preserves
Fig Preserves is perfect to serve as a starter on toast points or crackers with a spoon of soft goat cheese. This also works in filling puff pastry or filo dough to use as a snack or tidbit for a wine tasting menu.
3 pounds fresh figs,…

Chickpeas with Salted Cod and Rice
Chickpeas with Salted Cod and Rice is a dish that is frequently paired other legumes whether they are in a salad, a stew, or boiled dinner. Sometimes the rice is replaced with potatoes. At that point, it is no longer Chickpeas with Salted…

Grilled Squid with Wine Vinaigrette
Grilled Squid with Wine Vinaigrette is refreshing with a tang of lemon. This is a simple and straight forward recipe to serve as an appetizer. To make it a meal, increase the amounts of the ingredients . Serve over rice or with polenta.
If…

Cavacas (Sweet Iced Popovers)
Cavacas (Sweet Iced Popovers) are a very popular dessert or snack, especially around Christmas and Carnival time. For an added treat, drizzle a tablespoon of the Portuguese Beirao liquor.
Makes about a 12 or more depending on the size…

Sweet Rice Pudding (Arroz Doce )
This Sweet Rice Pudding (Arroz Doce) is what I consider to be one of the best sweet rice puddings. Creamy, soft, and the essence of orange lingers on the palate.
Serves 4 to 6
5 cups whole milk
1 cup short grain rice
1/2 teaspoon…