Pernil :

November's Communion: Thanksgiving with a twist

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This month's communion was very very different. First of all, a very special diner and guest cook flew out here all the way from Venezuela and owned the execution of two of our courses. She not only provided in-depth chocolate knowledge but also[...]

Slow Cooked Puerto Rican Pork (Pernil)

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Pork…..it’s what’s for dinner.  Traditionally in Puerto Rico this pork is slow cooked in the oven.  When I make it in the oven I cook it at 325 degrees for about 35 minutes for every pound.  It comes out just as succulent and if[...]

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When we go to visit HubbyGrouch's parents or when they come to our place, his mother often prepares pernil. Pernil is a Puerto Rican pork roast - in this case with a slightly sweet orange sauce. This time, there were a lot of leftovers, so I[...]

Cuban Sandwich

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I hope and trust everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend and is slowly recovering from any turkey overdoses.   Obed and I headed east to Arkansas to spend our Thanksgiving weekend with old friends, we were very grateful for the invitation. [...]