As its spring and big fat leeks are in abundance at the Farmer’s Market I made a leek and mushroom egg curry for dinner one evening.
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Bernardo’s Mexican Mashed Pinto Beans with Fresh Cilantro and Lime
My gardener Bernardo shared this pinto bean recipe and it has to be one of the most delicious and easiest dishes to make. Continue reading Bernardo’s Mexican Mashed Pinto Beans with Fresh Cilantro and Lime
Mexican Fried Rice Two Ways
Here are a couple of recipes for Mexican fried rice – one with spices and one without. Give each of them a try and you may find you like them both!
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Mexican Rice and Beans. A Menu Worth Replicating
Hey folks, are you looking for a quick and easy dinner option with a Mexican twist? Give this menu a try with Mexican fried rice and pinto beans. Continue reading Mexican Rice and Beans. A Menu Worth Replicating
Collard Greens Quinoa Pilaf
☘☘Happy St. Patrick’s Day!☘☘
In the spirit of sharing something green for St. Patrick’s Day I ‘d like to share a quinoa pilaf recipe with good for you leafy greens.
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Swiss Chard and Paneer Curry
Swiss Chard and Paneer Curry
Ingredients:
- 3 bunches of Swiss chard – about 6-8 cups finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves finely crushed
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or shredded fresh ginger
- 1 block paneer or tofu cut into small chunks
- 1 green chili – seeds removed and cut length wise
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder or paprika
- Cilantro for garnish
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Oil
Savory French Toast
If you are willing to give savory French toast a try – here is a simple recipe the way my Mom used to make it when I was growing up.
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Kale Pasta
This is a simple pasta dish that is easy to make with good for you kale and the most delicious and healthy of results.
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Broccoli Pepper Stir Fry Peanut Butter Noodles
To celebrate Lunar New Year here is a quick and easy stir fry noodle recipe that I have been making for years.
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Cardamom & Saffron Dark Chocolate Nut Bark
Want to make a chocolate bark that looks positively gourmet with an exotic twist to boot? Try making these dark chocolate disks with an assortment of roasted nuts all flavored with cardamom and spice. This recipe is the easiest sweet treat to make with the most decadent of results. I posted a similar dark chocolate recipe with dried apricots and candied ginger a while back Dark Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bark with Apricots and Candied Ginger. In this variation I’ve added a wider variety of roasted nuts along with sweet cardamom, saffron, and smoky maple syrup. Continue reading Cardamom & Saffron Dark Chocolate Nut Bark