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Chicken & Orzo Pasta Soup

Your family will love this Chicken Orzo Soup because it’s so simple to make and delicious. I make this soup every time my family has...

Lemon Pasta a São Jorge Cheese

I love anything with lemon and one of my favorite cheeses is São Jorge making this dish one of my all time favorite’s. “Queijo São...

Sheet Pan Sausage Bake

Sheet Pan Sausage Bake is an everyday go to dish. One pan is all you need to bake and serve! You can mix up the...

Chicken and Garden Vegetable Rice

Summer vegetables from my garden make this Chicken and Veggie Rice. I also make this Rice and Green Bean version without chicken. It’s delicious as...

Chourico and Egg, Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 package of egg rolls wrappers (about 25) 1 pound of chourico or breakfast sausage (chopped finely) 1 dozen eggs (beaten) 1 small onion...

Roasted Shrimp Cocktail

You’ll love this easy way to prepare shrimp cocktail. It’s delicious and it cooks in only about 10 minutes. No need to buy those expensive...

Vinho Verde Portuguese Sangria Cooler

Vinho Verde Sangria is so delicious and refreshing! This is a perfect summer drink. “Cheers – Saude”! Order these beautiful custom glass cutting boards on...

Tia Maria’s Portuguese Style Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey 2 eggs 1 cup dried seasoned breadcrumbs 1 slice of fresh bread (crumbled, I use a grater)...

How to Cook Polvo/Octopus

Don’t be intimidated by cooking octopus. It’s relatively easy to do. I learned this method from my mother of boiling the octopus in water with...

Chicken and Matzo Ball Soup

Matzo Ball Ingredients: 3 eggs (separated) 1 and 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons club soda (seltzer) 1 package Matzo Ball soup mix (I use...

Carnitas Tia Maria’s Style

This is the best recipe that’s I ever made for carnitas. The recipe is easy and cooks for about 3 hours in the oven making...

Lisbon Blue Shop

                                   Lisbon Blue Shop – Unique handmade crafts and other gifts inspired by Portugal   Hi Everyone! Join me, and my daughter Lisa at our...

Oatmeal Granola Cookies

These cookies are a perfect snack because they’re packed with healthy granola, nuts and berries. I love the crispy edges and soft chewy interior. It’s...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone. May the spirit and joy of Christmas bring you; love, peace, health and happiness to you, your family...

How to Hydrate Salt Cod – Bacalhau

I’ve had many requests for the process of hydrating salt cod (bacalhau). It’s relatively easy to do so I’ve posted some information here for those...

Cinnamon Rolls

These cinnamon rolls are easy to make and perfect for your morning coffee. When I bake breads or pastries that require risen dough, I try...

Easy 5 Minute Grilled Shrimp

Easy 5 Minute Grilled Shrimp

This easy 5 minute shrimp is so simple. It’s so savory and tender. You won’t believe how tender, savory and delicious it is. You can...