Cilantro with lime is a flavor combination that can never go wrong!Honestly, the fresh aromas of herbs and citrus (any amalgamation – not just cilantro and lime – think basil, rosemary, dill AND orange, lemon, and grapefruit). WOWZA!Now, add in a touch of creaminess for a sauce served over chicken and rice, and you’ve got…
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This pollo asado recipe creates a super citrusy and tangy chicken dinner seasoned with orange, grapefruit, lemon, and lime, with Mexican spices and achiote. Grilled and roasted meats are very popular in Latin cuisine. We all know “carne asada” from our frequent trips to Chipotle.But, for those of us who prefer white meat vs. dark, and a…
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Super easy and incredibly flavorful? That’s what I want in a dinner!!Tangy and somewhat sweet, with incredible aromatics, you can bake this Apricot Artichoke Chicken with Tarragon & Feta in no time at all! I’m a sucker for apricot preserves – I remember slathering Bonne Maman Apricot Preserves over toast (with LOTS of peanut butter),…
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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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It’s PARTY TIME – hot wings included, of course. I suppose it’s hard to imagine a get together, these days, without the comforting and spicy sticky goodness of hot wings! With a Sri Lankan theme, a coconut and lime hot sauce from Serious Foodie, these wing appetizers are pretty much the best thing ever. GOOD….
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The Mediterranean diet is a diet inspired by the eating habits of Spain, Italy, and Greece in the 1960s and is said to be one of the healthiest ways of eating on earth. Loaded with lots of veggies and plenty of healthy fat, following the Mediterranean way of eating nourishes the body and the soul – after…
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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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It’s super simple.But, in a way, the flavors meld and create an intricate layered amalgamation of culinary greatness. Trust me. Steamed rice, FRESH sweet peas, roasted rosemary chicken, and a simple roasted bell pepper relish with garlic. You’ll love it! Roasted Pepper Relish & Rosemary Chicken Roasted Red Pepper Relish & Rosemary Chicken Red Pepper…
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Crust and crunch is an absolute necessity in my life.A friend once told me that my need for such a sensation is an expression of my desire to “take a bite out of life.” (Really, she was speaking of my adoration of crunchy apples).Thus, I like to “crust” my dishes: with NUTS. I simply cannot…
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If you’ve never visited Santa Fe, you’re missing out. Even as one who doesn’t prefer the flavor composition of traditional “Mexican” food or Southwestern Style dishes, I truly appreciate the distinct flavor of Santa Fe.Hatch Green Chiles have been on my mind. It’s not quite yet the season for those roasted babies, but with a…
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