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Cavacas (Sweet Iced Popovers)
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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 )

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…
Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Pineapple with Port Wine

Pineapple with Port Wine is a perfect finish for a summer meal.  There is no need for complicated desserts when something this easy will do, especially after a heavy meal. Why have canned pineapple when fresh sweet pineapple is so refreshing! Makes…
Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Some versions of Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu) use condensed milk and unflavored gelatin. This version is similar to the Pudim de Bolacha Maria. Serves 6 1 package of Bolacha Maria cookies (about 16 cookies) Substitute Nabisco animal…
Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Wine and Garlic Black Scabbard

In Madeira, Wine and Garlic Black Scabbard fish steaks are first marinated, then fried.  However,  you can use large marinated cubes of the fish. (Other firm fish can be substituted if you can not get the black scabbard.) Simply thread the…