While the complex flavors of creamy balsamic Italian herb sauce over roasted chicken, butternut squash, and Cremini mushrooms prevail, this one-pot recipe is actually fast and simple. And, it’s so delicious. The aromas of Italian herbs will mesmerize your senses, as well as will the soft and sweet butternut squash and aromatic mushrooms, paired with…
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How many days has it been since I’ve baked cookies?One, two, three, even four? Well, that’s WAY too long – my kitchen misses me!Despite the savory sensations that deliver fragrance and aromas throughout the hallways of our building, part of me “believes” the neighbors miss the sweet, baked goods brilliance that typically exudes from our…
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While I “trained” myself years and years ago to like olives, there are still only a few varieties that actually suit my palette. Castlevetrano olives will always have my heart, and so will the chocolatey, dried goodness of proper Botija olives.When mixed with the fresh and natural sweetness of Red Pepper Relish, served over rice,…
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Well, it’s pizza dough – whole wheat pizza dough.And, it’s a ham and cheese sandwich.And, it has crisp dill pickles.So, I guess we’ll call it a Ham & Cheese Pizza Pickle Roll! Make sure to serve with a big glob of stoneground mustard.That’s the “icing on the cake,” or the “mustard on the sammy,” in…
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Vibrant and aromatic, the simple, yet exotic spices in Moroccan and East African cuisine will always have my heart.Perhaps it is because I grew up cultured, with fine, ethnic food?Perhaps my palate simply craves “spice,” not always heat, but fine spice?Or, perhaps I’m simply meant to thrive in a Mediterranean climate and my taste buds…
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Who needs chocolate when spiced cinnamon raisin vanilla goodies are around, right?Well, while you may or may not be a chocolate lover, you’ll love this cake! You really, REALLY will.It’s dense, moist, and flavorful enough that frosting isn’t even a requirement- thus, I “invented” a spiced vanilla whipped cream “frosting” for you. It’s truly amazing….
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I’m craving the sunshine and warmth of the tropics! ☀️🌴🏝🏖🌊I feel like it’s well-deserved and certainly valid this time of year, especially after over a year of travel restrictions. Alas, no tropical travel anytime soon for me.So, I bring the tropics home: Tropical Tilapia & Black Rice Mango Salsa! Don’t forget the subtle tastes and…
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Well, when you have 30 minutes of free time, what do you do?I bake cookies, of course.Many inquire as to how I work so quickly and why I simply have ingredients on hand.The answer is threefold: I’m a master at baking cookies. I could do this in my sleep – it happens almost daily. I…
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Traditionally made with sautéed chicken, this version of aromatic and delicious, coconut creamy Tikka Masala is both vegan (made strictly with coconut milk) and served with simple spaghetti.Basically, it’s an Indian version of our traditional spaghetti and sauce, here in America. Give it a try – or serve the sauce over rice.Either way, the fragrance…
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While “healthy” recipes and meals are definitely important, flavor is the primary factor in my heart and soul.That said, my idea of flavor also almost always involves what the typical population would label as “healthy.”I’m simply a CLEAN EATER.Veggie heavy, good fat friendly, and lean proteins are my mojo.Oh, and lemon – I LOVE lemon….
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