I have been seeing aloe leaves in the grocery store lately. My son wanted to try it so I bought one. We first tried it plain and it was slimy and earthy. It did not taste like the aloe jelly drinks that you get. The trickiest part for this recipe is prepping the aloe. The…
Month: February 2024
Crystal Gummies (Kohakutou)
This was my first time making these japanese gummies. They were super easy to make and they have a very unique texture. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. You can make these in any flavor that you want by adding different candy flavoring. These make beautiful unique gifts. To make this…
Champurrado
Try this warm and comforting drink on cold rainy afternoons. In a saucepan, add 3 cups water and 2 tsp cinnamon. Set the stove to simmer and let the water warm up to allow the cinnamon to mix in. Once the water is warm, slowly stir in the 1/2 cup Masa Harina and whisk. Add…
Farofa: Toasted Cassava Flour
Farofa is a side dish made from cassava flour and is served on many Brazilian meals. The nutty and mild flour is reminiscent of toasted bread crumbs. In a pan, cook the bacon until it is slightly cooked. This should take about 5 minutes. Add the diced onions, minced garlic, and 2 tbsp butter to…
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