Bringing the Flavors of Latin America to Your Kitchen
Each recipe in this digital cookbook is carefully crafted to provide an authentic taste of a few of the 21 Spanish speaking countries in the world. Whether you’re craving a refreshing Arroz con Piña drink on a hot day, or the warm or a hearty meal of Pastel de Choclo, you’ll be sure to find a recipe that brings the flavors and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world to your kitchen with our Cooking with Valentina series. For even more Spanish fun, sign your children up for ViLaCa (Virtual Language Camp) where they will do crafts, play games, and learn the culture, all while practicing their Spanish.
¡Buen provecho!
Alfajores Argentinos – Argentina
Alfajores Argentinos are small, round cookies with a creamy filling in the middle, like a cookie sandwich.
Arroz con Piña – Panama
Arroz con piña is a refreshing and sweet pineapple rice drink that is popular in Panama.
Buñuelos de Plátano – Guinea Ecuatorial
Buñuelos de plátano are typically small, round or oval fritters that have a crispy golden texture on the outside and a soft, sweet caramelized flavor of banana on the inside.
Cremolada de Durazno – Spain
Cremolada de Durazno is a refreshing iced peach drink perfect for a hot summer’s day.
Leche Poleada – El Salvador
Leche Poleada is a delicious, creamy milk and cinnamon based drink that can be served hot or cold.
Flan – Cuba
Flan is a traditional caramel and custard dessert made popular by various Latin American countries and found all over the world.
Merengón – Colombia
Merengón is a traditional Colombian dish of Meringue topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
Paletas de Coco – República Dominicana
Since coconut trees are abundant in the country, Palteas de coco (coconut popsicles) are a refreshing treat enjoyed year round by locals and tourists alike.
Pan de Banano – Guatemala
Let’s make a traditional Guatemalan dessert together, Pan de Banano, known in English as Banana Bread.
Pastel de Choclo – Chile
Pastel de choclo is a hearty meal composed of beef, chicken, vegetables, and spices all baked together and topped with a crispy layer of corn.
Pionono – Venezuela
Pionono is a thin layer of moistened pastry rolled up into a cylinder, filled with a special cream and cinnamon.
Torta de Queso – Spain
Torta de Queso is a Spanish cheesecake that consists of a creamy, sweet, and rich cheese filling on a crust or base.
Trembleque – Costa Rica
Trembleque Puertorriqueño is a traditional Puerto Rican pudding type dessert made with a base of coconut.
Tres Leches – Costa Rica
The recipe for this rich cake included three milks: whole milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk.
Suspiro Limeño – Peru
With a creamy custard base topped with a fluffy, rich meringue and a dash of cinnamon, this dessert is sure to satisfy the sweetest of sweet tooths.
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