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Brandied Beef Fillets

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…
Grilled Pork Belly

Grilled Pork Belly

Grilled Pork Belly spells delicious summer meals, but when the cold winds of winter are blowing around, broiling the pork belly in the oven works well too.  I like to season pork bellies with 1 tablespoon of our Sweet Red Pepper Paste (Massa…
Vinho or Vinha?
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Vinho or Vinha?

Vinho or Vinha is the question of the day. As you see the recipes, especially in marinades, you might think I made a mistake on the titles.  One might say it should be vinha, which I often hear from those of the Azores and not vinho. On the…
Tailgate Suggestions
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Tailgate Suggestions

Looking for tailgate suggestions for the Super Bowl game?  Looking for some delicious things to cook up? Well, look no further!  Try the Portuguese Bean Stew in my first book, Portuguese Home Cooking! Lots of potatoes, sausage and kidney beans…
Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau)

Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau)

  If you have never tasted a salted Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau), you don't know what you are missing.  Similar to an omelet, but think bigger, more luscious. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it aims to please. Read the…