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Mangu Mangu is a signature Dominican dish of mashed green plantains, deeply tied to Dominican identity, breakfast culture, and Afro‑Caribbean history. At its core, it’s simple—boiled unripe plantains mashed with a bit of fat and hot water—but culturally, it’s huge: comfort food, heritage, and a daily ritual all in one. […]
Tuscan Lamb Chops and Garlic Parmesan Potatoes On Cooking With Milwaukee Community Leaders, host Charlie sits down with Terrell Morgan, widely known as Ego the Artist, to explore his journey from Milwaukee’s 53206 neighborhood to becoming one of the city’s most impactful community artists and mentors. They dive into Ego’s […]
Sandwichitos de Mezcla are a classic party snack in Puerto Rico — tiny, crustless sandwiches filled with a creamy, savory spread made from ham, cheese, and pimentos. They’re soft, rich, and nostalgic — the kind of bite you’ll find at birthdays, baby showers, and holiday gatherings across the island. Sandwichitos […]
Chilaquiles Chilaquiles consist of fried corn tortilla chips simmered in a brothy sauce. Not only is this dish affordable, but it’s also great for entertaining. Because you make the major components (the chips and the sauce) in advance. In this episode of Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders, Host Charlie sits […]
Massaman Curry with Beef – Classic Thai Recipe Massaman Curry with beef is a slow‑braised, aromatic Thai curry built on coconut milk, warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom, tender beef, potatoes, onions, and roasted peanuts. It’s richer, sweeter, and more spice‑forward than most Thai curries. Massaman Curry with Chef Jimmy […]
Birria Tacos Birria tacos (also known as quesabirria) are a Mexican dish consisting of pan-fried corn tortillas stuffed with tender, slow-cooked shredded meat—traditionally goat or lamb. However, beef is most common in the U.S. The tortillas are often dipped in the fat from the top of the braising liquid before […]