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About Kathia Rodriguez

My name is Kathia, and I'm original from Costa Rica, I love to cook and create new recipes, it's my passion. I love sharing my experiences, tips and recipes with you, hoping the my passion for cooking is transmitted in these delicious dishes. I invite you to join me in this journey of flavors.

SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE

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This delicious sauce is the perfect accompaniment for any occasion.
It is very easy to make and the flavor is unique and delicious, you will find different brands on the market that offer this type of sauce, but do it at home is much better.
It is widely used in Asian food dishes, where the acid and the sweet flavor come together to form the perfect marriage.
This sauce is a favorite in my family and we have enjoyed in countless meals.
Ideal with snacks at parties.
If you want your kids to eat even more vegetables, replacing the traditional with the sweet and sour sauce, they will love the taste.
I hope you try and enjoy this sauce is delicious on everything you want.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 can of pineapple chunks 15 oz
  • 2 cups of ketchup
  • 1/2 cup of pineapple juice
  • 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons of agave nectar

DIRECTIONS

In a saucepan over low heat place all ingredients, stir well, cover the pot and simmer for 5 minutes.

Cool completely and store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to one week.

This recipe makes 4 cups of sweet and sour sauce.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

Versión en español CLICK AQUI

Esta deliciosa salsa es el acompañamiento perfecto para cualquier fritura, ideal en mariscos ya que el sabor contrasta muy bien.
Es muy fácil de hacer y su sabor es incomparable y delicioso, encontrara en el mercado diferentes marcas que ofrecen este tipo de salsa, pero hacerla en casa es mucho mejor.
Es muy usada en platillos de comida asiatica, donde el asido y el dulce se unen para formar el matrimonio perfecto.
Esta salsa es una de las preferidas en mi familia y la hemos disfrutado en una cantidad innumerable de comidas.
Ideal para acompañar los bocadillos en las fiestas.
Si desea que sus hijos coman aun mas vegetales, sustituya lo tradicional con la salsa agridulce, les encantara el sabor.
Espero la pruebe y disfrute, ya que es deliciosa en todo lo que desee acompañar.

INGREDIENTES

  • 1 lata de pina en trozos de 15 onzas
  • 2 tazas de Ketchup
  • 1/2 taza del jugo de la pina en trozos
  • 3 cucharadas de vinagre de manzana
  • 3 cucharadas de Agave nectar.

PREPARACION

En una olla a fuego bajo coloque todos los ingredientes, revuelva bien, tape la olla y deje hervir por 5 minutos.

Deje enfriar completamente y guarde en un contenedor hermético en el refrigerador hasta por una semana.

De esta receta salen 4 tazas de salsa agridulce.

Tiempo de preparación: 10 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 5 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

BEANS AND CHEESE QUESADILLA WITH TOMATO SALAD #SundaySupper with Katie Workman100

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This week we are honored to celebrate again #SundaySupper with Katie Workman100 cookbook. Among the many recipes the you can make with this book, this week we are focused on quesadillas and pizzas, because who does not like to enjoy a dish so easy and delicious as this from time to time.
So this week we shared with you a lot of ideas to enjoy with your family.
I am sharing this delicious recipe is very easy to make and suitable for a picnic, or a long trip, easy to carry and very healthy, served with a simple tomato salad, full of flavor.
Beans are a major source of protein and calcium, essential in the children, and if your child does not like beans will love this combination.
Join us this Sunday full of delicious recipes and ideas for any day of the week.
Remember that enjoying a meal around the family table is one of the most important moments of the day.
Enjoy it.

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 English cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

DIRECTIONS

Heat beans and mash slightly with a fork.
Add 2 tablespoons of beans in the middle of the tortilla and sprinkle a tablespoon of cheese, fold the other half of tortilla.
Heat a skillet and spray with cooking spray, place the quesadilla and cook until cheese melts and tortilla is golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes on each side.

Tomato Salad:
Place tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, lemon juice, salt and pepper, stir well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

Cut the quesadilla in half and serve with tomato salad.

This recipe makes 8 quesadillas.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 6 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

For more delicious ideas and recipes stop by the blogs from the #SundaySupper family.

Salads:

Main Dish:

Desserts:

Wine pairing Wine Everyday  @wineeveryday

We will be sharing great family recipes all afternoon and want you to share yours with us! #SundaySupper starts every week at 3:00pm EST by showcasing fabulous recipes.  Follow us on twitter by using hashtag #Sundaysupper or using Tweetchat.  We love to feature your recipes on our #sundaysupper pinterest board and share them with all our followers.

LOW FAT STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM

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If you like strawberry ice cream you will love this version.
Low in fat and sugar delicious for those hot afternoons, and you can enjoy with your family.
It is also an option for people who are lactose intolerant.
I am looking for healthier options with lots of flavor, that allow me to enjoy with my family on summer afternoons.
With this same recipe you can create different flavors, using seasonal fruits.
Simple to make and you don’t need of an ice cream maker for this recipe, a 4 ingredients ice cream sounds good to me.
This is a different way to enjoy ice cream, something delicious without feeling guilty when you eat, the best is completely homemade and 100% made with fresh fruit.
Enjoy it.

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 cups strawberries, washed and cut in half
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 3 tablespoons of water
  • 1 can of nonfat evaporated milk of 14.5 oz

DIRECTIONS

The night before freeze the can of evaporated milk and remove from freezer 1 hour before starting the preparation.
In a small saucepan over medium heat place the strawberries, sugar and water, let it cook for five minutes, remove from heat and allow to cool completely.

Place evaporated milk in the mixer and whisk until doubled in volume, add cold strawberries and stir to incorporate well.

Place in a plastic container and freeze for 3 hours.
 
When ready, serve ice cream with fresh fruit and fat-free strawberry syrup.

This recipe makes 12 ice cream cones or 6 cups of ice cream.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

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Si te gustan los helados de fresa esta version le encantara.
Bajo en grasa y azúcar delicioso para esas tardes calientes y puede disfrutar tranquilamente junto a su familia.
También es una opción para las personas que no toleran la lactosa.
Busco opciones mas saludables con mucho sabor, que me permitan disfrutar junto a mi familia las tardes de verano.
Con esta misma receta usted puede crear diferentes sabores, utilizando las frutas de temporada.
Esta es una forma diferente de disfrutar los helados, algo delicioso sin sentirse culpable cuando lo coma, lo mejor es completamente hecho en casa y 100% hecho de frutas frescas.
Que lo disfrute.

INGREDIENTES

  • 3 tazas de fresas lavadas, y cortadas por la mitad
  • 1/4 taza de azúcar
  • 3 cucharadas de agua
  • 1 lata de leche evaporada sin grasa de 14.5 onz

PREPARACION

Congele la lata de leche evaporada desde el dia anterior y saque del congelador 1 hora antes de iniciar la preparación.
En una olla pequeña a fuego medio coloque las fresas, agua y azúcar, deje que se cocinen por cinco minutos, retire del fuego y espere a que enfríen completamente.

Coloque la leche evaporada en la batidora y bata hasta que duplique el volumen, agregue las fresas frias y revuelva para que se incorporen bien.

Coloque en un recipiente de plastico y congele por 3 horas.

Cuando este listo disfrute acompañando el helado de frutas frescas y sirope de fresa sin grasa ni azúcar.

De esta recetas salen 12 conos de helados o 6 copas de helados.

Tiempo de preparación: 20 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 5 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

SIMPLE WHITE RICE

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This is the basic recipe of how to prepare a delicious white rice.
It’s amazing how many people prefer to buy the rice cooked and do not realize how easy and delicious it is to make it at home.
No need for magic tools, all you need are some simple steps to make the white rice always comes out perfect.
This rice is the foundation for a lot of recipes you can make a full meal, simple, delicious and healthy.
I invite you to try this recipe and you’ll never buy cooked rice.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups of uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon of oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons of salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 1/2 cup of warm water

DIRECTIONS

In a saucepan heat oil over medium heat add the garlic and rice, stir for 5 minutes, this process is called toast the rice, add salt and cilantro stir well.
Add hot water, stir the rice when you incorporate the water.

Cover and reduce heat, simmer for 20 minutes, do not lift the lid of the pot when the rice is cooking. Having completed the 20 minutes, lift the lid and stir with a fork.

Cover the pan, turn off the heat and let rice sit for 10 minutes.

Before serving, stir the rice with a fork again.

Serves 6 people.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

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Esta es la receta basica de como preparar un delicioso arroz blanco.
Es increíble como mucha gente prefiere comprar el arroz ya echo y no se da cuenta lo fácil y delicioso que es prepararlo en casa.
No necesita de herramientas mágicas, lo único que necesita son unos pasos muy simples pero delicados para que el arroz blanco siempre le salga perfecto.
Este es el arroz base para una gran cantidad de recetas que usted misma puede elaborar, una comida completa, simple, delicioso y saludable.
Lo invito a que pruebe esta receta y nunca volvera a comprar arroz en ninguna parte.

INGREDIENTES

  • 2 tazas de arroz de grano largo crudo
  • 1 cucharadita de aceite
  • 1 cucharada de ajo picado
  • 2 cucharaditas de sal
  • 1/2 taza de cilantro picado
  • 2 1/2 taza de agua caliente

PREPARACION

En una olla caliente a fuego medio el aceite agregue el ajo y el arroz, revuelva por 5 minutos, a este proceso se le llama tostar el arroz, agregue la sal y el cilantro, revuelva bien.
Agregue el agua caliente, revuelva el arroz mientras incorpora el agua.

Tape la olla y baje el fuego, deje cocinar por 20 minutos, no levante la tapa de la olla cuando el arroz se este cocinando.
Cuando ya hallan pasado los 20 minutos, levante la tapa y revuelva con un tenedor.

Tape la olla, apague el fuego y deje que el arroz repose por 10 minutos.

Una vez pasado el tiempo mueva un poco el arroz con un tenedor y sirva.

Rinde para 6 personas.

Tiempo de preparación: 10 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 30 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

RASPBERRY MOUSSE / BEAT THE HEAT FOR #SundaySupper

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In those months where the weather invites us to be a bit away from the kitchen there is nothing better than cold desserts.
This week at #SundaySupper we will offer a variety of recipes to enjoy this summer without turning on the stove, an example is this delicious dessert too fast to make and your whole family will enjoy. Summer is one of the seasons of the year to we look forward to, so we have to search fast food options, easy and delicious, so we can enjoy as long as possible with our family.
Enjoy.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 package of sugar free raspberry gelatin of 0.60 oz
  • 1 can condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup of ice water
  • 2 cups of very cold heavy cream

DIRECTIONS

In a bowl dissolve gelatin in boiling water, add ice water and condensed milk, mix until everything is well incorporated.
Whip the heavy cream and add to the above mixture, be careful to mix the whipped cream does not fall in volume.
 Pour the mixture in ramequines or cups, and bring to the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours.

Once ready, serve immediately.

Preparation time: 25 minutes
Inactive time: 4 hours
Level of the recipe: Easy

Here is a list of fabulous recipes from this amazing #SundaySupper family.

#BeatTheHeat Appetizers:

#BeatTheHeat Salads, Soups, & Sides:

#BeatTheHeat Main Dishes:

#BeatTheHeat Desserts:

#BeatTheHeat Drinks & Cocktails:

Wine Pairings Provided By: ENOFYLZ

Make sure you join us on Twitter throughout the day on Sunday, and at 3:00 p.m. EST for our weekly #SundaySupper Twitter chat!  All you have to do is follow the #SundaySupper hashtag, or you can follow us through TweetChat!  We’ll be sharing great recipes and tips all afternoon, and we’ll be talking all things #BeatTheHeat during our chat!

We’d also love to feature your recipes on our #SundaySupper Pinterest board and share them with all of our followers!
We’ll all see you on Sunday for #BeatTheHeat #SundaySupper!

BRAIDED BREAD STUFFED WITH PINEAPPLE JELLY

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Among the great variety of bread that exists, I personally love this braided bread for my family, which can be filled with a lot of things, herbs, cream cheese, dulce de leche, jellies, etc.
It’s delicious and essential in the table at breakfast time.
I usually whenever I visit a girlfriend took some pastry with me, because my grandmother taught me that it’s rude to arrive empty-handed, so this type of bread is perfect for such an occasion.
Enjoy this bread re very easy to do and change your mornings with a little something homemade and full of flavor.
Enjoy it.

INGREDIENTS

  • 3/4 cup pineapple jam
  • 1 tube of bread dough ready, brand of 13.2 OZ PILLSBURY
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon of water
  • 2 tablespoons of flour

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Sprinkle the work table with flour and stretch the dough into a rectangle.
In the center of the dough measures 3 in and mark on each side.
Cut 9 strips diagonally to the 2 sides of the dough using a pizza cutter.
Place the pineapple jam in the center and spread the jam carefully.

Start building the braid by placing a strip of dough above the other alternately.

Beat egg with water and brush the braid put on a tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 25 minutes.

This recipe makes one braid bread.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

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De los panes que mas gustan en mi familia esta el pan trenzado el cual se puede rellenar de una gran cantidad de cosas, hiervas, queso crema, dulce de leche, jaleas, etc.
Es delicioso y esencial en la mesa a la hora del desayuno.
Yo en lo personal acostumbro cada vez que visito a alguna amiga llevo repostería casera porque mi abuela me enseño que es de mala educación llegar con las manos vacías, así que este tipo de panes es perfecto para una ocasión como esa.
Disfrute de este pan relleno, muy facil de hacer y cambie un poco sus mananas con algo casero y lleno de mucho sabor.
Que lo disfrute.

INGREDIENTES

  • 3/4 taza de jalea de pina
  • 1 tubo de masa preparada para pan marca PILLSBURY de 13.2 OZ
  • 1 huevo
  • 1 cucharadita de agua
  • 2 cucharadas de harina

PREPARACION

Precaliente el horno a 350 grados F ( 175 grados C )

Rocie la mesa de trabajo con harina y estire la masa para formar un rectángulo.
En el centro de la masa mida 8 cm y haga una ralla a cada lado.
Corte 9 tiras diagonalmente a los 2 lados de la masa utilizando un cortador para pizza.
Coloque la jalea de pina en el centro y extienda con cuidado.

Empiece a formar la trenza colocando las tiras de masa una encima de la otra alternadamente.

Bata el huevo con el agua y pinte la trenza, coloque en una bandeja forrada con papel encerado y hornee por 25 minutos.

Esta receta hace una trenza de pan.

Tiempo de preparación: 20 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 25 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

CHOCOLATE CHEESE TURNOVERS A #SundaySupper With the Kids

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 I love cooking with my daughters and this week at #SundaySupper we are encouraging children to enter the kitchen.
 It is very important for them to stay tuned for all the steps followed before sitting on the table at dinner time.
 For this reason we want them to learn a lot more and get involved every day to elaborate easy and delicious dishes.
 The more time you spend helping a child in the kitchen they will want to try more things, new vegetables, meats and even the most unusual meals that you can imagine.
 Let your kids come into this wonderful world full of flavor, fun and learning and you will be helping them to expand the knowledge and palate.
 Children are very curious and we must not leave them behind in anything, help them and teach them that food is as healthy delicious and fun that is.
 This is one of the favorite recipes of my daughter, the only thing the she does not do is put these turnovers in the oven, because it still scares me a little, for the rest, she is quite a teacher, and what she loves most is lick her fingers filled with chocolate and cream cheese.
 Hope you like and try to make these turnovers with your children.

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
  • Juice of half lemon
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon of water
  • 1/4 cup of white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup of milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 Ready to bake sheets of Puff Pastry

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven at 400 degrees F.
In a bowl mix the cream cheese, lemon juice and sugar until everything is well incorporated.
Roll out puff pastry slightly and cut into squares.
Place a teaspoon of cream cheese in the center of the piece of dough fold in half and then press the edges with a fork so that the filling does not come out while baking.

Beat egg and water with a fork and brush the turnovers with a pastry brush.
Bake for 10 minutes, when they are ready remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

To decorate with the chocolate, place the heavy cream in the microwave and heat for 20 seconds, in separate bowl place the chocolate, add half of the heavy cream each one and stir until completely melted, decorate as you like.

This recipe makes 12 turnovers.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

Here is a list of more recipes make by amazing cooks just for you and your kids.

Start your day:

Healthy Snackers:
Main Squeeze:
Sweet Treats:

Brenda is hosting this special event  and we would love for you to join us. We will be sharing great family recipes all afternoon and want you to share yours with us! Our #SundaySupper live chat will start at 3 pm EST.  

Follow us on twitter by using hashtag #Sundaysupper or using Tweetchat.

We love to feature your recipes on our #sundaysupper pinterest board and share them with all our followers.

HAM AND CHEESE MUFFINS

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These delicious muffins with ham and cheese will simplify the work in the morning because they are easy and quick to make.
It’s a full breakfast in one bite.
These muffins are the favorites of my family and also are ideal for a picnic.
I invite you to try these delicious muffins that are full of flavor.
Enjoy it.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 ounces of low fat cooked ham
  • 2 cups of flour
  • 3/4 cup of grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup of nonfat milk
  • 1/4 cup of sour cream

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Place the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl, add the ham, cheese and cilantro.
Separately incorporated sour cream, egg, milk and add to mixture above.
Stir until everything is well incorporated.

Place the mixture in portions in a muffin pan previously greased.

Bake 18 minutes, let cool in the pan for 15 minutes and move to a wire rack to cool completely.

Store in an airtight container.

This recipe makes 12 muffins.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 18 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

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Estos deliciosos muffins de jamon y queso le simplificaran el trabajo en la mañana.
Son faciles y rápidos de hacer y no le quitaran mucho tiempo.
Es un desayuno completo en un solo bocado que dejara a pequenos y grandes pidiendo mas.
Son los favoritos de mi familia y los fines de semana se acaban muy rápido, también son ideales para llevar a un día de campo.
Los invito a probar estos deliciosos muffins, que están llenos de delicioso sabor.
Que lo disfruten.

INGREDIENTES

  • 6 onzas de jamón cocido bajo en grasa
  • 2 tazas de harina
  • 3/4 taza de queso parmesano
  • 1/4 taza de cilantro picado
  • 2 cucharadas de polvo de hornear
  • 1/2 cucharadita de sal
  • 1 huevo
  • 1 taza de leche sin grasa
  • 1/4 taza de natilla o crema agria

PREPARACION

Precaliente el horno a 400 grados F ( 200 grados C ).

Coloque la harina, polvo de hornear y sal en un tazón, agregue el jamón, queso y cilantro.
Por aparte incorpore la crema agria, el huevo a la leche y agregue a la mezcla anterior.
Revuelva hasta que todo este bien incorporado.

Coloque porciones de la mezcla en un molde para muffins previamente engrasado.

Hornee por 18 minutos, deje enfriar en el molde por 15 minutos y pase a una rejilla a que enfríen completamente.

Almacene en un contenedor hermético.

De esta receta salen 12 muffins.

Tiempo de preparación: 10 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 18 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

BASIC SPONGE CAKE

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This sponge cake is  very versatile, used for making different desserts.
It can be filled with different creams and sauces, and is ideal for Trifles.
It is very easy to make and its consistency is delicious to accompany breakfast or coffee in the afternoon.
You can prepare it in the morning and enjoy a quick dessert for dinner.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 eggs 
  • 1 cup of sugar 
  • 1 1/2 cup of flour 
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon zest

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

In a mixer whip the eggs and sugar until they double in volume, add the vanilla and lemon zest.
Sift the flour and add gradually fold into the batter.

Lightly grease a springform pan and line the base with wax paper, do not grease the sides.
Pour the mixture and bake for 35 minutes.

Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove the sides of the pan and finish cooling on a wire rack.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

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Este es un queque esponjoso, muy versátil que sirve para hacer diferentes postres.
Se puede rellenar con diferentes cremas o salsas, y es ideal para hacer Trifles.
Es muy fácil de hacer y su consistencia es deliciosa para acompañar el desayuno o cafe de la tarde.
Puede prepararlo en la mañana y disfrutar un rapido postre a la hora de la cena.

INGREDIENTES

  • 6 huevos
  • 1 taza de azúcar
  • 1 1/2 taza de harina
  • 1 cucharadita de extracto de vainilla
  • 1 cucharadita de ralladura de limon

PREPARACION

Precaliente el horno a 350 grados F ( 180 grados C ).

Bata los huevos con el azúcar hasta que dupliquen su volumen, agregue la vainilla y la ralladura de limon.
Cernir la harina y agregue poco a poco con movimiento envolventes.

Engrase un molde redondo y forre la base con papel encerado, no engrase los lados.
Vierta la mezcla y hornee por 35 minutos.

Deje enfriar en el molde por 15 minutos, desmolde el bizcochuelo y coloque en una rejilla para que termine de enfriar.

Tiempo de preparación: 20 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 35 minutos
Nivel de la receta: Facil

ENGLISH VERSION CLICK HERE

LOW FAT PASTA SALAD 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION FOR #SundaySupper

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This is definitely a day to celebrate, we’ve cleaned the grill and the table is ready with all the delights that the family has prepared.
And this year I try to change a little and I make a salad a little bit more healthy, after all we have plenty to eat on this day.
This recipe is the perfect choice to celebrate without guilt of what we are eating, you can say it’s a full meal or a great side dish.
It is definitely an option a little bit more healthy to enjoy this special day.
Celebrate this July 4th in a big way alongside your friends and family.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound pasta of your choice
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 4 ounces diced cooked ham low fat
  • salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS

Cook pasta according to package directions. Remember to add enough salt to the water where cooking the pasta this way will have a better flavor.
Once ready pass through a colander and sprinkle with cold water to stop the cooking procces.
In a separate bowl stir all ingredients except the cilantro or parsley.
When the pasta is ready incorporate all the ingredients and stir well.
Chill at least an hour.

Before serving add the cilantro or parsley.

I recommend serving it very cold, but also may be served at room temperature.
This recipe makes 14 servings.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 8 minutes
Level of the recipe: Easy

You can also enjoy more amazing recipes from this incredible family of foodies, so that way you can be more inspired this July 4th.
Main Dishes:
Salads and Sides:
Desserts:
Fabulous Pairings by Martin from ENOFYLZ
Join us this week! We’ll share these fabulous recipes and want you to share yours with us!  The fun starts at 3pm EST and lasts all afternoon.  At 5:30 pm EST, we will be available to chat with you. All you have to do is follow the hashtag #sundaysupper on twitter or follow along on TweetChat.  Our #SundaySupper Pinterest Board will be filled with fabulous family recipes. There is always room Around the Family Table for you.