Years ago, I made a simple meal that both of us absolutely adored.HOWEVER, I made it late at night – no lighting for photographs – and by the time we decided it should be blogged, the bowls were completely empty. LICKED clean! Recently the “Big B” requested this dish again.Of course, I wanted to oblige….
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When referring to Persian cuisine and the food of Mesopotamia, we are most frequently referencing the absolutely amazing aromatics accustomed to the the culinary traditions of the region. Persians love fresh herbs and eat them with every meal whether formal, fancy, of fast. The Persian word for these fresh herbs is sabzi (سبزی). Sabzi comes…
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Cosmopolitan indicates international sensations, inclusive of people, parts, and places from all over the world.It’s sexy. It’s sleek. It’s “woke,” and it’s delicious when used in a format of an amalgamation of flavors from all the nooks and crannies of the earth. These Cosmopolitan Chicken Chili Chapatis encompass the Mexican fajita chili seasonings of South…
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Polenta is a trick of the mind. Although similar in nature to traditional grits, the cornmeal cake slices are so much more elegant – rich – gourmet … they are simply delightful. Baked to a crisp, these polenta round are topped with a baked green chili chicken and semi-spicy green chili sauce, perfected with crumbled…
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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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Sometimes I wished in another world.I wished I lived in a world and culture devoid of social media, the stresses of modern life – a simplistic loving community, focused on family, relationships, and the healing, nourishing power of food. Harissa (Arabic: هريسة harīsa, from Maghrebi Arabic) is a Tunisian & Libyan hot chili pepper paste, the main ingredients of which…
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Fresh salsa is certainly a summertime thing, but it’s also a year-round necessity, right?We are all blessed with the ability to obtain our frequents and our favorites year round – even when they are not in season. It’s not ideal, but it’s still really great, right?So, let’s indulge and savor this fresh summer salsa (since…
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Chimichurri (or chimmichurri) is an uncooked sauce used both in cooking and as a table condiment for grilled meat. It originated in Argentina, and comes in a green and a red version. It is made of finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano and red wine vinegar. The dominant flavors are parsley and garlic. …
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I had every intention of using fresh burrata cheese for this meal, and truly believe it may be the best choice for a somewhat subtle tang. However, in an attempt to limit myself to just one outing and one grocery store, rather than travel across town to two or three, accommodating all my wants and…
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Just last week one of my very nearest and dearest friends sent me the text,“Any idea what to do with quince jelly? I have some but it’s bland and has no flavor.”I immediately shot back ~“Of course! Mix it with a little honey, some mint, serve it on a crispy sweet potato, and garnish…
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