Garlic paste

risoni (about 1 1/4 cups, 250 grams), cooked • olive oil • garlic paste • Oregano, to taste • eggs • bacon (about 50 grams) • ripe plantains with dates (see my recipe) • Salt, crushed red pepper flakes (peperoncino) • Olive oil

For the mashed potatoes: • potatoes (about 500 grams) • chopped cilantro • milk (120 ml) • margarine or butter • cream cheese • Salt and pepper • For the grilled beef: • beef for grilling (about 250 grams) • medium white onion, thinly sliced • pork chorizo, thinly sliced • butter •

papa criolla potatoes (or small yellow potatoes) • For the creamy ahogado sauce • green onion, finely chopped • garlic paste • tomatoes, finely chopped • annatto powder (achiote) • heavy cream (120 ml) • water (120 ml) • extra virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper to taste

eggs • green onions • sesame oil • garlic paste • soy sauce • Asian spices • Black pepper • Chives • rice (about 200 grams) • ginger juice

beef short ribs, washed and cut into pieces • water (2 liters) • salt • black pepper • thyme • garlic, crushed, or 1 teaspoon garlic paste • green onion (scallion), split in half • medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks • Cilantro, to taste