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"Native to South America, quinoa is rich in fiber, protein and other nutrients. This is a lovely variation on the more common rice pudding and is best served warm. The final product is firm and can be sliced. Top with your favorite fruit and this dessert makes for a terrific breakfast. Since I tend to not like my desserts very sweet, I usually make..."

Ingredients: nonfat milk, cinnamon...

"I got this recipe from a friend when I was in the tenth grade. She gave me one at lunch and I loved it! (I love banana bread, so this was perfect!) I asked for the recipe that day and I decided to post it! I hope you like it!"

Ingredients: cinnamon, eggs, nutmeg...

"Lovely instant healthy dessert for a cold treat.
I found this in my first Food Processor Cookbook."

Ingredients: cream, berries...

"It is a delicious carmel spread from Brazil. I got this from a friend who was an exchange student there, it is the most addicting thing ever, watch out, this is NOT low in fat...quite the contrary :)but soooo worth it."

Ingredients: sweetened condensed milk...

"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 traditional candy from Brazil that is typically served at parties. It tastes like chocolate-caramel and is very easy to make!"

Ingredients: chocolate sprinkles, cocoa...

"Here's a simple recipe that my mom's used for years. She picked it up somewhere in South America (either in Peru or Brazil). It's fast, easy and very tasty. The cinnamon makes all the difference. Using a tube pan makes it bake more evenly and more quickly and makes for a prettier presentation."

Ingredients: cinnamon, eggs...

"I made these in response to a request from a Colombian coworker for "something guava". Guava paste can usually be found in the international aisle of well-stocked grocery stores. You may find it in a wrapped bar as opposed to a large flat tin; I find that the canned product is better-tasting and more attractively colored than the stuff in..."

Ingredients: light brown sugar, guava paste...

"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 wonderfully delicious banana cake from Brazil. Nuts may be added into the batter or onto the cake if desired."

Ingredients: egg whites, egg yolks...

"I have cousins in Argentina who bring this as a gift every time they visit, but one cousin now lives in NJ and she showed me how to make it myself."

Ingredients: condensed milk, aluminum foil...

"This custard is eaten all over Latin America, but particularly in Cuba and Colombia. Orange juice can be substituted for the pineapple and, either way, it is terrific paired with Pina Asada posted separately."

Ingredients: cornstarch, egg yolks, nutmeg...

"My mother taught me to prepare this no-bake, easy-to-make Brazilian dessert. I love it because it’s not too sweet. Use thin biscuits that are rectangular—about 35mm x 75mm. In Australia, I use Arnott’s Malt o Milk biscuits, but any similar biscuit would be fine. You can make this dessert in any size pan, depending on how many layers you want. I get..."

Ingredients: cream, limes...

"I couldn't believe this recipe until I saw it made, so I wrote it down.
These Ecuadorean chefs sure know how to use a blender."

Ingredients: cornstarch, egg yolks...