Moro de Guandules or Rice with Pigeon Peas
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June 9, 2011
Love it. A really traditional Dominican recipe. It is also common to add coconut milk to the recipe. It's definitely fantastic!1 replyI've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation
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