I’m a big fan of quick and easy on nights when my family is off and running to the next thing. Japanese Udon Mediterranean bowl is a great recipe when you want something quick, light, and healthy. If you are gluten-free, trade-in Udon for Soba noodles and in 15 minutes you’re ready to eat! The beauty of this dish is …
Argentinean Coconut Curry Shrimp with Rice
Argentinean Coconut Curry Shrimp with Rice is a gorgeous recipe created by my friend, Laurie, who is officially the first to submit a recipe for my new “Share the Love” feature on the blog. Share the Love is a fun opportunity to submit your favorite recipe creation either on Instagram, Facebook, by email, or the contact form for the chance …
Crab Apple Roll Ups
Along with colder weather and fall approaching, crab apple season will soon be in full bloom. There are many delicious ways to prepare this tiny tart fruit, but my favorite way to use crab apples is by creating dehydrated fruit roll-ups. My neighbor has a huge crab apple tree in her front yard that produces hundreds of gorgeous apples. A …
Instant Pot Fall Off the Bone Baby Back Ribs
The lazy days of summer may be winding down but, barbecue season is still going strong. Fall off the Bone Baby Back Ribs tops the list of my favorite meat recipes, especially when prepared in an Instant Pot. Though I usually prepare my ribs in a smoker, I love the ease of making them in a fraction of the time …
Zaatar Sweet Potatoes and Eggs
Zaatar sweet potatoes and eggs, inspired by the Mediterranean Shakshouka recipe found in my book, It Begins at the Table, is a nutritious and satisfying start to the day. Hardy diced sweet potatoes and onions tossed in aromatic zaatar and sauteed until tender. Top it with soft poached eggs for a Mediterranean style breakfast the entire family will love. Zaatar …
Gluten free – Dairy free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Family traditions are something I love to pass down to my kids. I grew up eating old-fashioned peanut butter cookies. Both my mother and my grandmother made them in huge batches and stored them in large glass jars to keep them fresh. There was always a delicious treat waiting to enjoy any time of the day. Times have changed since I …
Spanish Breakfast Scramble
Spanish Breakfast Scramble is a hearty meal packed with flavor and health that can be enjoyed for any meal of the day. What gives this scramble Spanish influence is more substantial use of vegetables, a lighter sprinkling of cilantro, and commonly used spices like cumin and chili powder. This delightful combination gives the soul to the flavor of the dish. …
Caesar Tossed Roasted Herb Potatoes
Caesar Tossed Roasted Herb Potatoes is a recipe I created after learning to make the most delicious caesar dressing recipe given to me from my friend Laurie who is the owner of the organic cafe Basimo Beach Café. located in Belair Beach Florida. The dressing is so hard to stop eating that I just had to try it on something …
Mushrooms and Shrimp Cajun Black Beans and Rice
Mushroom and Shrimp Cajun Black Beans and Rice was an inspiration that came to me right after I created my DIY Cajun Spice. Since then, I have found endless options for this flavorful spice including this Jamaican inspired dish. It’s always an adventure trying to create a new recipe idea limited by the ingredients available in my fridge. Sometimes it …
It Begins at the Table Cookbook Sneak Peek: Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe with Sweet Turmeric Glaze
Lemon Zucchini Bread with sweet turmeric glaze is my version of my grandmother’s old classic zucchini bread recipe. Baked with most of the same delicious ingredients she used and infused with a delightful lemon flavor that takes my grandma’s method to the next level — topped with a sweet turmeric glaze for a touch of international flavor. Have you ever …