Guandules — or gandules, as they are called in Puerto Rico – are the second most popular legumes in the Dominican Republic, only behind habichuelas, and guandules recipes are part of our most important national festivities. Learn how to cook the tastiest guandules dishes.

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Let's make this wonderful Sancocho de guandules (pigeon pea stew) and enjoy an unforgettable combination of Dominican ingredients and flavors. You won't be able to resist this creamy pigeon peas soup with flavorful pork. It's perfect for the cooler days of the year.

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Dominican Chambre or Chapea is a flavorful stew that combines rice, pigeon peas (guandules), beans, meat, vegetables, and root vegetables in a dish that is a complete meal in itself. Filling, economical, and comforting, it is perfect for those days when we're feeling lazy.

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Habichuelas negras, or frijoles negros, while not as popular as other types of beans on our table, it is one of my favorites for its attractive presentation and strong flavors. It can also very easily be turned into a vegan dish. Don't hesitate, I promise it will be worth your while!

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Valentine's Day went from the celebration of a Catholic saint, to a worldwide day of romantic love, with couples exchanging gifts, going out for dinner, or just exchanging small tokens of their cariño. This is how we celebrate Valentine's Day in the Dominican Republic.

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