Orzo is another form of pasta that is commonly used in North America which is shaped in the form of rice. It is very versatile and absorbs flavors well as you will see in this Za’atar shrimp and orzo recipe. Za’atar is a middle eastern spice that boasts bold flavors with spices like sumac, sesame, …
The days are getting colder and the the clock just fell back an hour this weekend. One thing is for sure and that is we are heading into the rut of winter. Soup is another sure thing to comfort us in this time and this roasted potato and cauliflower soup does it. Believe me when …
There is one thing certain about the colder months and that is the transition to soups and chilis. I was already thinking of ways to get creative with chili and saw the chili contest competition by feedfeed. I knew right there and then that I had to step up and it led to this Plantain …
Unlike white and yellow cornmeal, blue corn meal is sweeter, heartier and nutty. It can be used just like you would use yellow or white cornmeal and tends to have more protein. These blueberry scones were inspired by Bobby Flay’s recipe for blue cornmeal pancakes which I had recently. With my very first bite into …
Ebelskivers or aebelskivers are a Danish style pancake that is spherical in shape. It is made in a special pan that results in a fluffier, lighter pancake or donut hole. The name sounds terrifying, however it is really just an oval pancake. Adding the apple cider to this recipe is so seasonally fitting. You have …
Oatmeal is the one breakfast food I seem to have consistently in the winter months. My bowl of oatmeal consist of oats, banana and almond butter with a drizzle of maple syrup. Guava and toasted coconut oatmeal is a shift from the usual and does not disappoint. I remember having red guava so many times …
You probably have had mac & cheese before but what exactly is Jollof Mac & Cheese? Jollof is one of, if not the most popular, West African dish. It’s a one pot dish with a reddish color derived from a stew base consisting of tomatoes. I had jollof rice many times growing up in Nigeria …
I seem to be falling more and more in love with plantains as I explore different ways to use them. This breakfast sandwich is the perfect way to start your day. Air fried plantain, egg and mashed avocado all go into this breakfast sandwich that is bound to keep you full. One of the reasons …
Carrots are extremely versatile. They can be added to almost any meal and are pretty inexpensive year-round. I often use them in salads during the summertime or roast them in the fall and winter months to enjoy as a side dish. One of my favorite side dish preparations is to transform them into hot honey …
It’s that time of the year again when cooler temperatures call for warm comforting meals. Having fall vegetables on hand, like squash, brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes, definitely comes in handy. For this side dish, I am using one of my favorite vegetables along with togarashi spice for some heat. I love using brussels sprouts …
