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Sunday Dinner: Ropa Vieja
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Something Special for Sunday Dinner This Week!

Welcome to our Sunday Dinner series. Each Friday we will feature a recipe that you can make on Sunday to feed your family and your soul :) Hi friend, Sunday dinners are made for dishes that simmer slowly and bring everyone back to the table for seconds. This week’s recipe is Ropa Vieja — tender shredded beef cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce until it’s full of flavor and comfort. It’s one of the most loved Cuban dishes for a reason. This is the kind of meal Abuela made when time slowed down...

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Sunday Dinner: Fricase de Pollo!

Welcome to our Sunday Dinner series. Each Friday we will feature a recipe that you can make on Sunday to feed your family and your soul :) Hi friend, If you’re craving something comforting but familiar this Sunday, we've got just the thing. This week’s dish is Fricasé de Pollo — a Cuban chicken stew simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce until the chicken is tender and comforting. It’s the kind of meal that fills the kitchen with the smell of dinner on the stove. This is a true...

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Sunday Dinner: Camarones Enchilados!

Welcome to our Sunday Dinner series. Each Friday we will feature a recipe that you can make on Sunday to feed your family and your soul :) Hi friend, If you’re looking for a Sunday dinner that feels a little special without a lot of work, this one is for you. This week’s dish is Camarones Enchilados — tender shrimp simmered in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with just the right amount of flavor. It’s a classic Cuban seafood dish that comes together quickly but still feels worthy of a Sunday...

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Sunday Dinner Idea!

Welcome to our Sunday Dinner series. Each Friday we will feature a recipe that you can make on Sunday to feed your family and your soul :) Hi friend, If you’re already thinking about what to cook for Sunday dinner, let me make it easy for you. This week’s Sunday dish is Arroz con Pollo — a classic Cuban comfort meal that brings everyone to the table without a lot of fuss. It’s one of those recipes that fills the house with warmth while it cooks and tastes even better the next day (yes,...

Reality is Upon us December was a whirlwind. The jump from Thanksgiving to New Years was quick. A blurry magical time filled with family, gatherings, errands, trips, and food! It's so weird how calories don't seem to count in December, but love that for us. The truth is, after weeks of holiday parties from Thanksgiving to Noche Buena and indulgent dinners, when January rolls around, everyone is ready for a restart. We are here because we wanted to help you create a meal plan that will get...

December 31, 2025 Goodbye 2025... Hello, 2026! Lentejas Bring Good Luck! In many cultures, Lentejas (Lentil Soup) are considered good luck. They are made on the first day of the New Year to help usher in a year of prosperity and luck. We wanted to share with you our Lentil Soup recipe that has a little bit of a sweet twist. We wish you all a year full of all the love and blessings you can handle! We will be back with a Meal Plan to help you manage getting back into the swing of things. In the...

Let's Say Goodbye to 2025 in Style! New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate with friends and family. What better way to do that than with a delicious meal? If you’re planning on staying in this year, here’s a few different options to help you create a menu that will make your New Year’s Eve party the talk of the town, or the talk of the couch (haha). We love to stay in on New Year's. For us, it's a great time to try a recipe we don't normally make. There's something special about the last meal...