Dayne Pacocha

Dessert Specialist

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.

7 RECIPES

Puerto Rican Mondongo

4.7 / 5 ( 3 Ratings)

Embark on a culinary journey to Puerto Rico with this hearty and soul-satisfying Mondongo. This vibrant stew, brimming with tender tripe and an array of root vegetables, captures the essence of Latin American and Caribbean comfort food. Infused with the bright flavors of sofrito and simmered to perfection, it's a taste of sunshine in every bowl.

Authentic Chicken Empanadas (Empanadas de Pollo)

4.3 / 5 ( 4 Ratings)

Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of Puerto Rico with these savory chicken empanadas. Golden, crispy pastry filled with a flavorful chicken mixture, these hand-held pies are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or a light meal. A taste of the Caribbean, right in your kitchen!

Devil's Food Brownie Cake

4.3 / 5 ( 12 Ratings)

Indulge in the irresistible allure of our Devil's Food Brownie Cake, a symphony of chocolate decadence. This moist and rich creation combines the fudgy goodness of brownies with the airy delight of devil's food cake, crowned with a luscious two-ingredient ganache. Prepare for a chocolate experience that will leave you craving more.

Instant Pot Lamb Shoulder Chops

4.8 / 5 ( 19 Ratings)

Savor the rich, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of lamb shoulder chops, effortlessly achieved in your Instant Pot. This dish delivers the depth of slow-cooked flavors in just 40 minutes, perfect over creamy mashed potatoes or comforting egg noodles.

Stuffed Leg of Lamb

4.7 / 5 ( 35 Ratings)

Experience the rustic charm of this rolled leg of lamb, generously stuffed with vibrant spinach, creamy goat cheese, and toasted pine nuts. A truly memorable dish!

Chef John's Kummelweck Rolls

4.8 / 5 ( 37 Ratings)

Embark on a culinary journey to Western New York with these exquisitely fragrant Kummelweck Rolls. Infused with the distinctive aroma of caraway and crowned with a generous sprinkling of coarse sea salt, these rolls create the quintessential foundation for the iconic 'beef on weck' sandwich, or stand alone as a delightful savory treat.

Ropa Vieja in a Slow Cooker

4.3 / 5 ( 224 Ratings)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cuba with this effortlessly tender Ropa Vieja, slow-cooked to perfection. Aromatic peppers and onions meld with succulent shredded beef in a rich, savory sauce – a true taste of the Caribbean right from your kitchen.