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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
With just a few simple ingredients, this salad is the prefect recipe for a busy weekday meal or an easy side for your weekend feasts. The asparagus is definitely the star in and all the other ingredients help to elevate its flavor. The romaine lettuce with its mild taste is […]
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