Hi Every one, my name is "BRAVA"; I want to take this opportunity to talk about diferent subjects, while I  give you recipes from my beautiful country Dominican Republic....First I want to tell everyone, please get informed,do not believe everything you see on TV (fox,mtv,etc.) or listen on the Radio ...Fact check everything...The new Healthcare Reform would help all americans, including the ones that are currently insured;The President must Pass a Bill that include a public option; which means a better coverage for all citizens of this land...Read do not

listen to the propaganda...thanks...

Now to food:) How to make Mangu?

Mangu is one of the most delicious cultural dish of the Dominican Republic; you could eat it for Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Ingredients:

Platano Verdes                              Green Plantains

Mantequilla (baja en Grasa)           Butter (low Fat is better)

Sal y agua al gusto                        Salt & water to taste

Aceite de oliva                               Olive oil

Peel the platanos, and put it in a big pot, adding the salt, water, and a drop of olive oil;wait until the water is boiling (usually takes 20 to 25 minutes); when the platanos are soft, drain the water and mash them; add butter (quantity of butter depens on how soft do you want the platanos to be) mixed  together add olive oil about 2 tea spoons and voila you just made Mangu...It could be served with eggs, meat, vegetables and it is a great source of potassium...I hope you enjoy Bravas Recipes and comments...see you soon:) " Life is the Result of our Choices"...Brava:)