Author: Niousha Saghafi

Mango Passion Fruit Tart

Mango Passion Fruit Tart

Passion fruit and mango tart is a delicate and fruity dessert that will be the perfect finish to any meal. Mango and passion fruit are both aromatic tropical fruits with very distinct flavor profiles, however, they pair well together. The sweetness from the mango compliments the tangy passion fruit and […]

Eggplant Lasagna

Eggplant Lasagna

This recipe is a modified version of my mom’s lasagna, which is famous amongst family and friends. In an attempt to make it low-carb, I replaced lasagna noodles with sliced eggplants. This substitution not only helps to reduce the amount of carbohydrates, but it also adds a delicious creaminess to […]

Lamb Meatball

Lamb Meatballs

Instead of using beef, this dish uses ground lamb to create a tasty and flavorful variation on the classic meatball recipe. The lamb is combined with grated onion, garlic and parsley to enhance the taste of the lamb and give the meatballs a more complex flavor profile. The meatballs are first […]

jicama hash

Jicama Breakfast Hash

By substituting jicama for potatoes, this recipe creates a delicious and well-balanced dish that is the perfect low-carb alternative to your traditional breakfast hash. Jicama is a root vegetable that is native to Mexico and central America. The inside has a crisp texture similar to raw potato or Asian pear. […]

Radicchio salad

Grilled Radicchio and Frisée Salad

Radicchio and frisée are two of the most delicious yet underrated vegetables. They may appear daunting, but this recipe uses both of these flavorful vegetables in a simple way to make an elegant and delicious salad with just a handful of ingredients. Although you can use radicchio raw, grilling it […]

Fig gorgonzola pizza

Fig and Gorgonzola Pizza

Figs are sweet, healthy, and delicious fruits that are very versatile. They can be eaten raw as a snack or in a salad or cooked in a variety of dishes. This recipe uses ripe black figs to make a sweet and savory pizza that can be served as an appetizer […]

chicken and hot dog stew

Chicken Stew With Beef Franks

This is an unconventional recipe that combines chicken with beef franks in a delicious, comforting stew. My mother-in-law actually developed this recipe many years ago and my theory is that she put beef franks in the stew to incentivize my husband to eat his food. Although it may sound out […]

Cardamom Rolls

Cardamom Pistachio Rolls With Rosewater Icing

By changing a few ingredients in traditional cinnamon roll, this recipe creates the perfect pastry that can be enjoyed any time of the day. The floral and sweet cardamom blends well with the brown sugar for a gooey, sweet and delicious filling. The pistachios add a crunch and nutty flavor […]

Eggplant tomato beef ratatouille

Beef Eggplant Tomato “Ratatouille”

This recipe the perfect medley of high-end and comfort food. The flavor combination of the mini beef patties with the creamy eggplant and the sweet tomatoes is the epitome of comfort. Creating the layers one by one will take some time, but the presentation of this dish takes it to […]

BBQ beans

Barbecue Beans

This is an easy and quick bbq bean recipe that tastes like it’s been cooking all day. The secret is to use canned instead of dry beans, but add different flavors and ingredients to hide that fact. Using bacon fat gives the dish a subtle smokey flavor that you normally […]