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"MMMM! I love plantains, especially sweet ones. This is a lower fat method of making "maduros" without the use of oil and frying in a pan."

Ingredients: cooking spray, plantains...

"Recipe courtesy Tyler Florence. This is a lovely dessert or sweet accompaniment to Arroz Con Pollo or another savory latin dish! I love to eat it with Lechon Asado and Black beans and rice; I think it offsets the garlic well."

Ingredients: unsalted butter, vanilla extract...

"Churros a hot and crunchy exterior with a soft chewy interior street food. Originated in Spain they quickly spread to Mexico and Argentina. Today, Churros are also enjoyed in the United States by all nationalities."

Ingredients: cinnamon sugar, corn oil, eggs...

"A friend of mine got this recipe from her Brazilian friend who says that this shake is very popular during the summer in Brazil. It sounds kind of gross because you might associate avocados with non-sweet foods but I promise it tastes like candy. It's so good!"

Ingredients: ice, milk, sugar...

"According to the story, there's a Peruvian bakery in New York where, on Wednesday mornings the line forms very early for these cookies. And, they cost a buck each. I believe it. They're incredible when they're fresh. Got it off the net from someone who's Chilean friend gave her the same authentic recipe. You can make your own caramel..."

Ingredients: confectioners' sugar, granulated sugar...

"A recipe from Chile using sweet onions and tomatoes along with wonderful seasonings of cilantro, lime for a cooling effect for those hot days!"

Ingredients: fresh cilantro, lime juice...

"Here is a recipe for lemonade -- Brazilian style. If you cannot get Brazilian lemons, use limes. This makes an almost smoothie like lemonade & us deliciously refreshing! Recipe from Nestle.....Posted for ZWT 4."

Ingredients: granulated sugar, ice cubes...

"This side is sweet and spicy. Add more or less chipotle preppers to taste."

Ingredients: cream, garlic, onions...

"Found these while playing on the Internet and decided to give them a try soon. For the dulce de leche, you can either make your own (many good recipes on this site) or find it in a local market that has a good selection of Latin American products."

Ingredients: cornstarch, egg yolks, eggs...

"This sweet, refreshing cocktail packs a mighty punch! Recipe is from the Rachael Ray show."

Ingredients: light muscovado sugar, turbinado sugar...

"From Chatelaine Food Express Quickies. I was surprised when I couldn't find this recipe in the data base. It's so quick and simple to make."

Ingredients: coconut, semisweet chocolate...

"Good thing Eve didn't have this to dip her apple into or we'd be in a lot of trouble. This is Sinfully, yummy, rich, dreamy & creamy. Great for GODDESS parties! Use to dip rims of martini glasses, top your favorite ice cream. Or if with your favorite someone use as body paint. Caramel is a passion in Argentina, where dulce de leche is originated...."

Ingredients: citrus zest, vanilla beans...

"Here's a great healthy grain salad!"

Ingredients: butter lettuce leaves, ground allspice...

"I have been using this recipe for many years and is the best I came across so far. Very easy to make, very moist and taste fantastic. Cornemeal cake is very common in Brazil , where I come from and goes very nice with a cup of fresh brewed coffee or even a nice cup of tea."

Ingredients: cornmeal, eggs, milk...