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Lasang Pinoy 4: Wowo’s Caldereta
This is my entry to this month’s Lasang Pinoy hosted by Minnette! When I was a kid (and way into my adulthood), I looked forward to Sunday lunches with my grandparents. Wowo, my grandpa, cooked either delicious pancit with tofu and his special sauce or his famous beef caldereta. I found it hard to imagine […] Read more…
Eggs + Tomato + Pesto = Yummy Breakfast!
Before you go “WHAT THE HELL IS THAT!?,” let me tell you that this tastes better than it looks. I promise! Beat a couple of eggs in a bowl. Mix in a little bit of salt. If you like your eggs fluffy, mix in some milk. Now in a pre-heated pan, pour in your beaten […] Read more…
Mama’s Lobster in Orange Sauce
“Sunday is Family Day.” That’s how I grew up. Even during my gimmick years (twas a long time ago), I’d stay home while my barkada frolicked in the beach or stayed out late at bars. The few times I’d go with them there was always a gnawing feeling in my stomach. I liked spending Sundays […] Read more…
Gradeschool Macaroni
There are several snacks that remind me of my gradeschool days: waffle dogs, barbeque, banana cake, Ice Drop and baked macaroni. I remember saving up my allowance to buy these snacks during recess (not all at the same time of course). The canteen’s baked macaroni was one of my favorites. The cheese would ooze into […] Read more…
Anchovy & Garlic Pasta
I call this the pasta dish with a kick! In a heated pan, pour in 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Or if you’re not into measuring like me, quickly swig the olive oil around the pan – just 1 round will do. Pour in finely chopped garlic . When almost brown, stir in […] Read more…
Pork Dumpling Noodle Soup
It was raining hard the previous night so I craved for a bowl of hot soup. This dish was easier than I thought — just a kitchen experiment that turned out well. Prepare the filling first. In a bowl, mix together 1/4 kilo of ground pork, 3 tbsp. of soy sauce, 2 tbsp. of green […] Read more…