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When the longing for authentic Pinoy dishes strikes in the U.S., Isla Grand stands ready to transport your taste buds back to the Philippines.

Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...

Mashed Squash and Carrot Recipe

Lots of people make mashed potato ever thought combining squash and carrots together would make a better meal.

Carmina was tired eating her squash and carrots how we normally do.

Mashed Squash and Carrot Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 Cups - Squash (peeled and cubes)
  • 1 - Carrot (peeled and cubes)
  • 2 Cups - Water
  • 1 - Vegetable Cube (any brand)
  • 2 Tbsp. - Butter (any brand)
Cooking and Preparing Instructions:

I was making my meal starting off boiling it in a pot having it peel and sliced up in cubes. It won't take too long to have it cooked up.

Rather using plain water for boiling the water adding vegetable broth for my seasoning. 


After it was fully cooked letting it cool down, I had strained the squash and carrots. Set aside the broth can be used for something else.

I had placed the squash, carrots and some butter inside the food processor. 

Someone teased me saying my mashed squash and carrots can resemble baby food. 

Everyone started eating food that was mashed up although it would be a healthy way cooking your food.

I didn't mind the comment from the person as long you enjoy your cooking and how you eat.

Did you know if you just eat mashed squash and carrots possibility it can make you full. 

I didn't eat anything however you can add fish or meat along with your mashed squash and carrots make a new dish. 

The broth all I did was add some rice kind of like porridge can make a soup out of the vegetable broth of your choice.

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