Leche Flan

Ingredients:

6 tbsp sugar
4 pieces whole eggs
4 pieces egg yolks
2 cans condensed milk
2 cans water (use the milk can to measure)
1 tsp lemon rind, grated
1 tsp vanilla

Procedure:

1. Caramelize 2 tbsp sugar in 3 llaneras. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, beat eggs slightly. Add condensed milk and water, then mix thoroughly. Add lemon rind and vanilla.
3. Pour mixture in llanera coated with caramelized sugar. Cover with aluminum foil.
4. Steam or bake for 45 to 60 minutes in a preheated oven at 325F or until done.

Caldereta de Cabrito (Goat Meat Stew)

Ingredients:

1 kilo Goat meat
1 bottle red wine
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp chopped garlic
1 pc. big onion, sliced
1/3 cup tomato paste
3/4 cup brine of green olives
1/2 cup tomatoes, boiled, peeled, seeded, and chopped finely
a dash of paprika picante
1 tbsp grated cheese
1 tbsp bread crumbs
10 pieces green olives
2 slightly roasted green and red bell peppers, sliced
salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp brandy
1 tbsp sherry

Procedure:

1. Marinate goat meat in red wine for half a day.
2. Boil meat in water until tender. Reserve stock.
3. In olive oil, saute garlic and onion. Brown the meat. Add tomato paste, olive brine, and tomatoes. Simmer until meat is tender. Season with paprika. If sauce reduces, add goat stock and wine.
4. Thicken sauce with cheese and bread crumbs. Add olives and peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Add brandy and sherry. Simmer until cooked.

Putanesca

Ingredients:

500g Spaghetti noodles
Olive oil
3 pcs. Anchovies
Chopped Garlic
Chopped Onion
1 cup Chopped Fresh Tomatoes
1 can Black Olives
1 can Sliced Mushroom
1 cup Tomato Sauce
1 tbsp Chili Flakes
2 tbsp Fish Sauce
salt and pepper to taste
Grated Cheese


Procedure:

Melt the anchovies in olive oil. Saute onion, garlic, olives, sliced mushroom, and fresh tomatoes. Add salt and pepper, tomato sauce, fish sauce, and chili flakes. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add sauce to spaghetti noodles; toss with tongs to combine. And top with grated cheese.

Chicken Fingers

Ingredients:

1 kg Chicken breast fillet, cut into 3-inch long wide strips
1 (75g) pouch Del Monte Quick n Easy Breading Mix

Procedure:

1. Roll chicken strips in breading mix until all pieces are well coated.

2. Deep fry chicken strips until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Makes 10 servings

Macaroni and Tuna Casserole

Ingredients:

150 grams Elbow Macaroni, cooked
6 cloves garlic crushed
1 pc medium onion, sliced
2 tbsp butter
1 can tuna chunks in oil or brine (184g), drained
1/2 cup canned button mushrooms, sliced
1 pc med. red bell pepper, diced
1 pouch Del Monte spicy Tomato & Cream Sauce (200g)
2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated cooking cheese

Procedure:

1. Saute garlic and onion in butter for 2 minutes. Add tuna, mushroom and bell pepper. Saute for 3 minutes. Add del monte spicy tomato & cream sauce. Remove from flame.

2. Combine macaroni and parmesan cheese. Arrange in pan. Pour sauce mixture. Top with grated cheese. Bake or boil until cheese melts.

Makes 5 servings.