El Gansito Gigante ~ The Giant Gansito
A Gansito is a small Mexican snack cake, often compared to the American Twinkie. This Mexican Recipe is a strawberry jelly and crème-filled pound cake with a chocolate-flavored coating.
Pães de Queijo ~ Brazilian Cheese Balls
Pães de Queijo or Bread of Cheese in English is a Brazilian recipe usually made for breakfast or as a snack. Like many great foods in the Western Hemisphere, Pão de Queijo has its roots in the culinary creations of African slaves.
Baião de Dois ~ Black Eyed Peas and Rice
Baião de Dois is made with Black Eyed Peas and Rice. This Brazilian recipe has many variations, some add beef (carne de sol), while others add pork or cheese to the mix. This recipe uses Bacon and Cheese.