Bren Herrera

Pollo Asada
Bren Herrera

Flanboyant Eats with Bren: A Healthy Pollo Asado

By Bren Herrera | 03/12/2011 - 13:00 | 0 Comments

Amigas, with Spring just around the corner (believe it or not!) we're going to be sharing healthy alternatives to Latin staples we love all month! We'll start with pollo asado.

Pollo asado is great because the citrus marinade starts the cooking process, allowing you to minimize cooking in oil. When you make the asado, use chicken breast and serve with brown...

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A Tres Reyes Menu Fit for a King!

Flanboyant Eats with Bren: A Tres Reyes Magos Menu Fit for a King!

By Bren Herrera | 01/06/2011 - 10:46 | 1 Comment

All across Latin America the 12th day of Christmas (the epiphany) is celebrated by acknowledging Los Tres Reyes Mago, or the Three Kings. Not only does Three King's Day give us an excuse to get together with family and friends, we also tend to get some serious eating in.
 
Here are three easy dishes for a complete Three King’s Day dinner. Go ahead...

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Latin Holiday Drinks

Flanboyant Eats with Bren: 5 Holiday Drinks with a Latin Twist!

By Bren Herrera | 12/17/2010 - 08:45 | 0 Comments

Bren Herrera spent the last few days testing out delicious drink recipes to come up with these five inventive holiday libations. We know, what a tough life, right?

Check out her concoctions and add a little something unexpected to your holiday party this year!

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Flanboyant Eats: Cornish Hen

Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Cranberry and Caramelized Pecan Cornish Hen

By Bren Herrera | 11/23/2010 - 10:30 | 0 Comments

Try this delicious recipe for an exciting twist on a Thanksgiving poultry dish! Believe us, you won't regret it.

Cranberry and Caramelized Pecan Cornish Hen with Citrus Mojo

Ingredients:
1 cup citrus mojo (pre-made), parted
5 cloves garlic, mashed
6 sage leaves
1 large navel orange, parted (1/2 in hen)...

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Flanboyant Eats: A Spooktacular Pumpkin Flan Recipe
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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: A Spooktacular Pumpkin Flan Recipe

By Bren Herrera | 10/27/2010 - 16:00 | 4 Comments

Pumpkin Flan Recipe

While savory meals keep the heart warm and the stomach satisfied, there is nothing like finishing up your evening with a luscious dessert. When it comes to pumpkin, the best dessert to highlight is the famous Latin flan! 

The flavors of the smooth pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg come together for the perfect fall...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Hello Fall! A Soup to Welcome the Season!
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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Hello Fall! The Perfect Seasonal Soup

By Bren Herrera | 09/14/2010 - 15:15 | 0 Comments

Fall is just about here and the leaves aren't the only things that change with the new season. Our diet changes too!

While it may seem a bit premature, hot soup is one of the first delightful treats of the season. It's the perfect comfort food and any bit of time devoted to making it is well worth it. I recently received a few recipe cards, one of them was for a...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren Herrera: The Secret to a Simple Kidney Bean Salad
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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: The Secret to a Simple Kidney Bean Salad

By Bren Herrera | 09/09/2010 - 11:15 | 0 Comments

Beans are a huge staple in Latin American cuisine. In guizado, potaje, or even refried in traditional Mexican dishes—they're tasty, healthy and a great source of protein.

For a soiree I hosted some time ago, I had a good Latina friend make a red bean salad. I wasn't expecting much—after all you can use canned beans! But, between the crunch of the green pepper, the...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Add Latin Flavor to Your Labor Day BBQ
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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Add Latin Flavor to Your Labor Day BBQ

By Bren Herrera | 09/01/2010 - 10:00 | 3 Comments

Labor Day is this weekend, and most of America will find itself begging to get in at least one more outdoor party, smokey bbq or evening soiree. No doubt all of summer's best dishes will make a strong cameo appearance. The grilled steak,  the amazing sauces those bisecs ...

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