The Happy Home Cook: Suman sa Ibus - Sticky Rice Logs

The Happy Home Cook: Suman sa Ibus - Sticky Rice Logs

It isn’t the holidays if we don’t have some form of ‘kakanin’ or rice cakes on our table. Suman sa Ibus are Filipino sticky rice logs.

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The Happy Home Cook: Calamansi-Lemon Muffins

The Happy Home Cook: Calamansi-Lemon Muffins

I was told there are calamansi muffins much sought after at a café-restaurant in Boracay, a favorite beach destination in the Philippines. Many have written to ask me if I knew the secret recipe. 

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The Happy Home Cook: Igado

The Happy Home Cook: Igado

Igado is popular Ilocano delicacy made from pork tenderloin and a pig's innards.

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The Happy Home Cook: Estofadong Pata

The Happy Home Cook: Estofadong Pata

Enjoy this sweet sour pork dish served with fried bananas.

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The Happy Home Cook: Genuine Ilocano Pinacbet

The Happy Home Cook: Genuine Ilocano Pinacbet

The queen of Ilocano cuisine, the favorite vegetable dish of almost every Filipino I know, Ilocano or non-Ilocano, is pacbet. 

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The Happy Home Cook: Petit Fortunes- Mini Cashew Macaroons

The Happy Home Cook: Petit Fortunes- Mini Cashew Macaroons

If you need some quick sweets to make, these bite-sized treats ‘Petit Fortunes’ or mini cashew macaroons are easy to whip up and a delight to give. 

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The Happy Home Cook: Mango Fried Chicken

The Happy Home Cook: Mango Fried Chicken

A different take on fried chicken that may make it your family favorite.

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The Happy Home Cook: Ropa Vieja – Shredded Beef and Vegetables in Tomato Sauce

The Happy Home Cook: Ropa Vieja – Shredded Beef and Vegetables in Tomato Sauce

Ropa Vieja, which is Spanish for ‘old clothes’ tastes nothing but old. 

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The Happy Home Cook: Low Carb, Low Sugar Fried Rice

The Happy Home Cook: Low Carb, Low Sugar Fried Rice

A hearty and healthy alternative for fried rice.

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The Happy Home Cook: Beef Pochero – Spanish Beef Stew with Chorizos and Vegetables

The Happy Home Cook: Beef Pochero – Spanish Beef Stew with Chorizos and Vegetables

This Beef Pochero is a complete all-in-one meal for family get togethers or holidays. Every ingredient in this hearty tomato sauce-based stew appeals to everyone. 

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