Mantecados (Costa Rican Shortbread Cookies) 🍪 Mantecados (Costa Rican Shortbread Cookies): traditional crumbly cookies made with flour, melted lard, and a touch of sherry, baked hot and finished generously with powdered sugar. Quick details History Mantecados are closely associated with Andalusia. Accounts place their popularity in the 16th century, when abundant pork fat from the…
Picadillo de Arracache (Costa Rican Arracache Root Hash) 🥔 Costa Rican arracache picadillo: tender arracache (a starchy root, sometimes called Peruvian carrot) ground and parboiled, then mixed with sautéed aromatics, tomato sauce, annatto, and chopped meats for a rich, savory hash. Traditionally served warm. Quick details Ingredients Instructions 1) Prep the meats 2) Prep and…
Cajeta de Leche (Costa Rican Milk Fudge Candy) Cajeta de leche (Costa Rican Milk Fudge Candy): a slow-cooked milk and sugar candy (similar to dulce de leche) scented with cinnamon and a touch of baking soda for a deeper color and smoother texture. Set in a tray to slice, or jar while warm as a…
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