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Sofrito is often used to add depth and complexity to rice and bean dishes, soups and stews. Here are some other traditional Cuban favorites: 1  Empanadas (empanadillas) and Pastelitos: meat-stuffed, fried or baked turnovers similar to Italian calzones. 2  Arroz con pollo-chicken and rice. 3  Boliche-stuffed pot roast. 4  Boniato con mojo-sweet potatoes in a garlic citrus sauce. 5  Cocido de garbanzos-chickpea stew.
The African roots of Cuban music can be most clearly observed in this style of music; originally, it was played on streets corners by neighbors who just wanted to get out and party.. Poor urban sights, commonly found near sugar refineries, are the home to these neighborhood parties (La Rumba 1).