31 Sunday Jan 2021
This Jamaican Jerk Meatball Rice Bowl is a virtual flavor trip to the islands. So while it’s winter-thyme here in Georgia, which inevitably cultivates a desire to travel to warmer destinations, we’re going to enjoy this treat for the senses.
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28 Thursday Jan 2021
Posted in gluten free, international, love to cook, low-carb, lunch bowls, side dishes, vegetarian
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broccoli, carrots, coconut milk, fresh thyme, onion, scallions, scotch bonnet, summer squash, tomatoes, zucchini
Jamaican Vegetable Rundown is a savory veggie stew simmered in luscious coconut milk. It was the perfect side dish for our Jamaican themed dinner.
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26 Tuesday Jan 2021
Posted in breads, breakfast & brunch, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, Share the Love
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carrots, coconut, crushed pineapple, maple syrup, old fashioned oats, pumpkin puree, raisins, walnuts
These Pumpkin Morning Glory Muffins are meant to be shared. There is so much goodness and love packed into each one.
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25 Monday Jan 2021
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black beans, chipotle salsa, cilantro, corn on the cob, corn tortillas, jalapeno peppers, onion, sweet potato, zucchini
The key to bringing big flavor to these Southwest Vegetarian Tacos is to oven roast the veggies. Virtually any vegetables will work in these tacos, but I love sweet potato, onion and zucchini as my base – I added corn and jalapeño to give it a nice Southwest flavor flare.
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25 Monday Jan 2021
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, love to cook, Mexican/Latin, sauces
This Chipotle Salsa is addicting!! We put in on everything from Carnitas to rice to homemade tortilla chips!
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23 Saturday Jan 2021
I adore the creamy texture of butter beans and how nicely they pair with fresh bright flavors. This Butter Bean Salad is loaded with fresh herbs & veggies then dressed in Lemony Thyme Vinaigrette. It’s the perfect side dish or healthy vegetarian meal.
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23 Saturday Jan 2021
Posted in dressings & marinades, herbs, oils & spices, love to cook
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champagne vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, lemony thyme, shallot
Homemade vinaigrettes are so versatile. And delicious. With oil and vinegar as your base, the flavor pairings are endless. Lemony Thyme Vinaigrette is of course loaded with fresh herbs, freshly squeezed lemon juice, some wonderful aromatics and a nice quality extra virgin olive oil.
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22 Friday Jan 2021
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, snacks
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Castelvetrano olives, hot Italian sausage, panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, rosemary, vegetable oil
Show of hands. Who among us is longing for Friday evenings where we gather with friends around our kitchen islands sipping cocktails and nibbling on Deep Fried Stuffed Olives?
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21 Thursday Jan 2021
Posted in gluten free, healthy choices, international, love to cook, pasta, vegetarian
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dried basil, dried oregano, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, San Marzano tomatoes
This quick and easy Pasta Sauce comes together in under 30 minutes yet tastes like it’s been simmering all day. The key ingredient are the canned San Marzano tomatoes, not at all difficult to find but should not be replaced by regular diced tomatoes. San Marzano are whole plum tomatoes with very few seeds that are renowned for their balanced flavor – rich tomato taste that is slightly sweet and less acidic.
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21 Thursday Jan 2021
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avocado, bacon, bbq sauce, chicken, corn, hard boiled eggs, jalapeno peppers, lettuce, scallions, shredded cheese, tomatoes
Of all the ways to transform a boring piece of chicken breast, Monterey style is a surefire move towards flavor wow! I mean…chicken, bbq sauce, bacon, cheese, diced tomato, and your favorite aromatics. Quintessential ‘Layers of Flavor.”
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