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Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Inspired by the Dominican Republic)

Fresh from the COTN Cookbook, this recipe has all the simplicity of a traditional casserole, but with a sweet Hispaniola twist!

 

by COTN Staff

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Valentine’s Day Recipe: Empanaditas Dulces

Here’s a perfect little treat from the Dominican Republic for your Valentine’s Day. Empanaditas are miniature versions of the classic stuffed pastries, empanadas. Typically these pastries are filled with savory ingredients like meat and cheese and eaten as snacks. But they make wonderful desserts too. 

by Heather Ostalkiewicz, COTN–USA Staff Writer

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Just in Time for Thanksgiving: Ugandan Potatoes

This is a special recipe. Although it’s not a traditional Ugandan dish, this recipe was created for COTN by a culinary class at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management in Orlando, Florida, and designed around local, affordable ingredients that can be found in Uganda. 

by Heather Ostalkiewicz, COTN–USA Staff Writer

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New Recipe: Mission Monday Meal

When my brother in law was asked to come on board with Children of the Nations (COTN), a nonprofit we knew and loved, we could not have been more thrilled. And we wanted to be behind them in this faith venture in every way. As we talked about how to support them, knowing we already had our “give” dollars going several different directions, I sat down and talked with our kids. 

by Karissa Strovas, COTN Partner

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Recipe from Uganda: Banana Pancakes

Making kabalagala—banana pancakes—is a fun way to explore the culture of Uganda. These little pancakes (called kabs for short) taste kind of like fried plantains and are very yummy. They’ll make a great side dish for your dinner—and they're gluten free!

by Heather Ostalkiewicz, COTN–USA Staff Writer

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Recipe from Haiti: Spicy Spaghetti

Did someone say spaghetti for breakfast? This Haitian dish is typically served as the first meal of the day. But for those of us who can’t quite get on board with the thought of eating pasta for breakfast, this makes a tasty lunch or dinner. (Full disclosure: I chose to cook this for dinner.)

by Heather Ostalkiewicz, COTN–USA Staff Writer

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Recipes from Africa: Groundnut Stew

Ever wonder what your sponsored child eats every day? If your child is from Sierra Leone, chances are this rich, fragrant peanut stew is part of their staple diet. Peanuts—or groundnuts, as they call them—are a major crop for small farmers in Sierra Leone. They are also a great source of protein!

by Cassia Burke, COTN–USA Staff Writer

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