Gud-oh! This salad hits the spot. "It's like a fiesta in my mouth!" says my husband. What makes this salad so irresistible is... well, everything! Everything from the avocado to the sweet mango to the rich flavor of black beans to the refreshing cilantro will make this salad a necessary part of your daily menu for at least a month (or maybe it's just me). Despite the glorious ingredients of … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Parfait with Pumpkin Spice GRANOLA
yogurt + creamy pumpkin spice + pumpkin granola = layers of goodness! I know this is a late post for a pumpkin recipe, but pumpkin themed recipes continue well into the Christmas season at my place. I seldom grow tired of the sweet, robust flavor of pumpkin, and it seems there are always recipes that could use a bit of pumpkin flare! Needless to say, we'll be enjoying this pumpkin granola … [Read more...]
Roasted Red Pepper and Basil Hummus
Whoa! So good.Last month we went camping with my sister and her fiance. It was such a fun week to spend together and we made some great food for the trip. I made some of my usual camping favorites, including my homemade granola, chili, and baked potatoes. We also roasted some corn on the cob by the fire using the same method as the baked potatoes. It was delicious.My sister's partner was eager to … [Read more...]
Vitamix Blender
The Vitamix blender is the most useful tool that I have in my kitchen. My husband and I use it multiple times per day, every day, for meals as easy to blend as smoothies and soups (it will heat up your soup as it blends!) to more power-demanding sides like nut butters and ice cream from frozen fruit. We previously had a basic blender that was used to make green smoothies. At the time, it was … [Read more...]
Dukkah
Dukkah (Duqqa, Dukka) is is an Egyptian mixture of herbs, spices, and nuts (usually hazelnuts). It is typically used as a dip with bread that has been basted with oil and eaten as an hors d'œuvre. I enjoy using walnuts in the mix, but you can use any nuts of your choosing. This mix is so simple and easy to make. I'll make a batch and use it over … [Read more...]