Publisher's Synopsis
Latin–flavored family meals from the working mom who wowed audiences on Fox–TV′s Hell′s Kitchen
On the first season of Fox–TV′s Hell′s Kitchen, Elsie Ramos was clearly the audience favorite, though she didn′t ultimately win. She even impressed chef Gordon Ramsay, who praised her no–nonsense approach to cooking and her simple but delicious dishes. But while competing on the show may have been tough, it was no tougher than the daily challenge Elsie faced in her own lifegetting a tasty dinner on the table fast for her longtime boyfriend and their six hungry boys.
Now, in Elsie′s Turkey Tacos and Arroz con Pollo, Elsie shares 125 of her tried–and–true recipes for weeknight meals that your whole family will love. Most of the dishes are infused with the flavors of Puerto Rico, where Elsie′s family is from. And all are guaranteed to be quick, easy, and delicious.
Thrill your family with Elsie′s dinner solutions
Soups and Stews like My Famous Chicken Soup and Melin′s Sensational Sancocho (Pork and Vegetable Stew)
Rice Dishes like Arroz con Costillas (Rice with Ribs) and Elsie′s Seafood Paella
Main Dishes like Elsie′s Turkey Chili on Baked Potatoes, Pastelón de Plátano (Puerto Rican Lasagna), Puerto Rican Stuffed Meatloaf, and Chuletas con Piña (Pork Chops with Pineapple)
Salads and Sides like Ensalada de Papaya (Papaya Salad) and Spicy Garlic String Beans
Fried Treats like Beef Empanadas and Arañitas (Crispy Plantain Treats)
