Sofrito is a fresh seasoning used in most Puerto Rican dishes. It can be added to rice, pork roast, stew, spaghetti sauce and many other recipes. There are different recipes for making Sofrito. This recipe is from my Puerto Rican friend, Margarita. It smells so good and adds great flavor to your food. You canContinue reading “How to Make Sofrito”
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Instant Pot Cheesecake Vs. Sous Vide Cheesecake
Oh my goodness! If you want some amazing cheesecake this is it! Whether you make it in your instant pot or you use the sous vide method, it is awesome. The down side of this cheesecake is that it is addicting. The last one I made I had to give a portion of it awayContinue reading “Instant Pot Cheesecake Vs. Sous Vide Cheesecake”
Rotisserie Chicken in the Instant Pot
For a quick delicious dinner I love rotisserie chicken. For years, I would stop by Sam’s Club and pick one up. That is definitely a super quick dinner when you add a few veggies. However, recently I picked up an organic chicken on sale at Earth Fare and decided to try to make a rotisserieContinue reading “Rotisserie Chicken in the Instant Pot”
My Beef Stew in the Instant Pot
Nothing like hearty beef stew when you are hungry. I love the flavor of beef with potatoes, carrots and onions. It’s so easy to make beef stew in the instant pot. You can watch my video below to see exactly how I make it. My Beef Stew in the Instant Pot Recipe: 1 ½Continue reading “My Beef Stew in the Instant Pot”
My DIY Hair Conditioner
Recently I posted how I make my shampoo bars. Today I want to share with you how I make my hair conditioner. I use three simple ingredients: Bragg’s apple cider vinegar with mother, water and lavender essential oil. I use half water and half vinegar. I add 20 to 25 drops of lavender oil inContinue reading “My DIY Hair Conditioner”
My Amazing Laundry Soap
I absolutely love my laundry soap. It’s so cost effective and my clothes come out fresh and clean. I use three different stain fighting bar soaps (you can just use one if you wish) to help keep stains from setting into my clothes. Just a little hint. If you have a lipstick stain or greaseContinue reading “My Amazing Laundry Soap”
How to Make Puerto Rican Rice
Recently, I spent the afternoon with my friend Margarita. It’s always fun to have a girl’s day. She asked if I would come over and teach her how to use her new instant pot. I was happy to oblige. I asked what she wanted to cook and she decided on barbecue ribs and rice. YouContinue reading “How to Make Puerto Rican Rice”
How to Make Shampoo Bars
I absolutely love my homemade shampoo bars. I’ve been making them for about two years now. The difference these bars have made for my hair is amazing! If you decide to try them it will probably take about three to four weeks for your hair to adjust to using the shampoo bar. By the way,Continue reading “How to Make Shampoo Bars”
Chicken Fajitas in the Instant Pot
I absolutely love my instant pot. I am finding new ways of using it all the time. Recently I cooked chicken fajitas in my instant pot. They were so delish! Watch my video for step by step instructions. If you have an instant pot, please comment down below what your favorite things to cook inContinue reading “Chicken Fajitas in the Instant Pot”
How to Enjoy the Holidays and Stay on Track with Your Eating Plan
The holidays are right around the corner and you may be thinking, “Oh wow, the holidays always kick my butt when it comes to my eating plan.” But my friend, it doesn’t have to. I want to encourage you to choose wisely what you eat and if you want to have a piece of cakeContinue reading “How to Enjoy the Holidays and Stay on Track with Your Eating Plan”
The GO! Kitchen 