A deliciously simple twist on banana bread, what makes this version of torta de plátano particularly Colombian is the addition of white cheese and guava paste.
Tag: Breads
Tlacoyos
For a satisfying Mexican snack, it’s hard to beat tlacoyos, thick ovals of toasted corn masa dough, stuffed with beans and adorned with toppings.
Tamales de Pollo
Tamales are a staple of Central American cuisine. At their simplest, they are masa corn dough wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed in a large pot, the tamalera.
Tamales de Elote
Tamales de elote are a favorite breakfast food in Mexico and throughout Central America. In El Salvador and Guatemala they are often served as the starchy portion of a meal.
Socca Niçoise au Four
This roasted chickpea crepe is a famous specialty from Nice. The batter is baked on large copper pans in wood-fired ovens and is a popular snack or starter to a meal.
Scottish Oatcakes
Oatcakes are an ancient mainstay of the Scottish diet and were for a long time one of the main sources of carbohydrates for the average Scotsman.
Scones
Scones form an essential component of a Devonshire or Cornwall cream tea when served with strawberry jam and clotted cream.
Migas
What started out as a simple, easy breakfast for poor shepherds has turned into a point of culinary pride for both Portuguese and Spaniards, served at all times of the day.
Medu Vada
For a simple and satisfying South Indian treat, try making your own medu vada, delighful lentil dough fritters.
Lefse
Lefse is a flatbread from Norway — similar to a flour tortilla or chapati — that is generally made with a potato-based dough and grilled on a flat griddle.