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 …
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 …
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 …
You are probably thinking another plantain recipe? How many different ways can you use a plantain? Hold my beer please. How about Gnocchi? And I still have two more recipes in development. Gnocchi is an Italian variety of pasta made with flour, potato and eggs. The mixture is rolled out, cut into half inch sized …
Okra is one of those vegetables that is available at most grocers but people rarely use or incorporate it into their meals. I grew up having okra in my mom’s homemade stews and remember their slimy gooey texture. If you have ever had gumbo, then you may have had okra. Its slimy texture can be …
As we approach the end of the season, summer producer will soon become in short supply. One of my favorites is fresh corn. I tend to only buy it in the summertime when it’s the sweetest. You can easily customize this southwestern quinoa recipe and swap out the ingredients with your favorite vegetables. Every summer, …
We all have busy schedules and some nights we just need something fast for dinner. Fried rice is one of those quick meals that I can easily put on the table in fifteen minutes or less, especially if I use frozen cauliflower rice. Add in a few veggies and some protein, like shrimp which is …
