Craving nachos and burritos and tacos? We are too. This time of year is the right time for all Mexican fare as we celebrate the very flavors brought to us from the south. Mexican dishes with onion are a great way to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. Just as important for America’s Fourth of July celebration…
This paella uses Spanish sofrito, a cooking base made with onions, peppers, tomatoes, and garlic! If you’ve been following along with our exploration of Onions Around the World, you may have already made a batch of Spanish sofrito. If so, this paella recipe comes together quickly. If not, with just a few extra steps you’ll…
Spanish Sofrito is a mix of onions, peppers, garlic, and tomatoes. Combined, these ingredients are used as a cooking base for many delicious meals! We have had a lot of fun exploring Onions Around the World this spring and we hope that you’ve been able to join us for the ride. Our last stop takes us…
This easy slow cooker bolognese begins with a vegetable-based Italian battuto, chopped white onion, carrot, and celery cooked in butter and flavored with fresh parsley. Keep things simple in the kitchen and make this Italian-inspired meat sauce! Continuing with our exploration of Onions Around the World, the recipe features the onion cooking base, battuto. White onions…
Our next stop on our tour of Onions Around the World is Italy and an onion cooking base known as Italian Battuto. Italian Battuto combines onions, carrots, and celery making it similar to the French Mirepoix. This onion cooking base goes a step further for more flavor by also including garlic and parsley. The vegetables…
These empanadas use Puerto Rican recaito. It is a blend of onions, herbs, garlic, and peppers that adds a burst of delicious flavor to the filling. These tender and delicious empanadas can be used in so many ways! They make great party snacks and appetizers, or you can pair them with a salad for…
A puree of onions, peppers, garlic, and cilantro, Puerto Rican recaito can be used to start a recipe or it can be mixed in at the end to add a burst of delicious, fresh flavor! A staple in Puerto Rican cooking, recaito is full of onions and serves as a base of flavor for all…
This hearty Shrimp and Chicken Sausage Gumbo starts with the Cajun Holy Trinity, a combination of onions, celery, and green bell peppers! Gumbo makes a warm, filling meal and our version is no exception. It is rich with the flavors of the Cajun Holy Trinity combined with spices and crushed tomatoes. Jumbo shrimp add a…
The Cajun Holy Trinity provides a base of flavor for well-known Cajun dishes such as gumbo, etouffee, and jambalaya! We are starting our exploration of Onions Around the World close to home with the Cajun Holy Trinity. A mix of onions, celery, and green peppers, this flavorful combination serves as a base for cooking throughout…
