Picadillo is an ultra-savory, slow-simmered, chopped stew that has been described as Cuba's premier comfort food. While the dish is often equated with Cuba's food history, variations can also be ...

Season with salt, pepper and a squeeze of lime juice. While the picadillo is cooking, gently rewarm the rice. Mix in remaining minced garlic and cilantro. Season with salt and lime juice.

MAKE THE VERSATILE CREPES (Makes fifteen to eighteen 8in/20-cm crêpes): Put 1 3/4 cups/420 ml of the milk, the eggs, and salt into a blender. Whiz for a few seconds to blend everything together.