Ginataang mais (pronounced GEE-nah-ta-ang MA-es) is a Filipino sweet corn dessert soup. I know this may not sound too appealing for people who haven’t tried it, but it’s one of my favorite desserts and it really brings back a lot of memories. It’s sweet enough for kids to enjoy, yet not too sweet that you couldn’t have multiple bowls in one day.
I never understood why there is such a stigma against brussel sprouts. Personally I think they taste like mild, little cabbages. By sauteing the brussel sprouts in a salty meat like bacon, prosciutto, or smoked sausage, the sprouts take on a wonderful flavor.
The Basics
I was talking with a co-worker about a recipe I read in the local newspaper. The recipe was essentially green bean bundles wrapped with bacon. She mentioned that her kids loved the way she prepares green beans, which I learned later called “green beans almondine”.
Even though I grew up in the south, I wasn’t exposed to a lot of southern food. It wasn’t until I was in my teens and early adulthood until I had peach cobbler and collard greens!
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone, but whenever I hear the word “quiche”, I immediately think of Rosie Perez. What? Is that weird? Hahaha!
