Happy V-day! This year I just had to share out my favorite dessert of all time, in the hopes of keeping the Valentine's day fire on—the Mexican Churro with Cinnamon Cardamom Sugar and Dark Chocolate dip, and a fragrant spin with Cardamom and Star Anise in the mix— familiar with a heady hint of exotic! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, all smothered with a sinfully dark chocolate sauce.
Read moreTOUCHDOWN VEGGIE SANDWICH: SWEET POTATO & BLACK BEAN CHIPOTLE
Super bowl is over and you're hurting. The beer, the food and the hangover. Let me take it from here. Let's use some of the leftovers you might have had for your superbowl party, and turn it into something truly awesome. The TouchDown Super Veggie Sandwich is all that and much more. And you won't believe it's vegetarian. Happy Meatless Monday!
Read moreA Tart Morning: Dark Chocolate, Coffee & Nutella Tart Two Ways + Ham & Gouda Tart
These tarts are perfect breakfast ideas, and are really easy to make! So we decided that we'd go with a light Ham and Smoked Gouda Tart for the savory and a sinful dense Dark Chocolate, Coffee and Nutella Tart, one with Raspberries and the other just plain and simple. Let the weekend begin!
Read moreCauliflower Kebabs with Mango Jalapeño Chutney
Whether you're looking to steal the show at a party with a vegetarian recipe, or just trying to add more veg into your life, these meaty, bold and spicy cauliflower kebabs are your answer. They shine with spiced notes of ginger, coriander, garam masala, and paprika, and melt in your mouth with a satisfying bite. And drama with a sweet and spicy Mango chutney that packs some heat!
Read morePan Fried Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Spiced Lamb
Cabbage rolls stuffed with Lamb spiced with warm and fragrant Indian spices like Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger Garlic, Garam Masala elevates this familiar dish it to an exotic and luxurious level.
To enhance the textures and taste even more, I lightly pan fried the stuffed rolls, and they become caramelized and a bit of sweet on the outside and rich and velvetty on the inside!
Read moreBasil & Pine Nut Pesto Two Ways
This traditional Pesto is so versatile and vibrant you can add it to anything Italian. Over a toasted piece of rustic bread with some tomatoes and fresh Mozzarella or some shaved Parmesan or even with some slice cured meats. Drop a good spoonful into your home made marinara and elevate it to a whole new level.
Read moreWhole Roasted Tandoori Chicken
If you like Tandoori Chicken, but are intimidated by the whole marinating process and ingredient list, try this refreshing, really easy Whole Tandoori Chicken that's roasted golden brown for a perfect bite and makes for an amazing family meal.
Read moreSweet & Spicy Spring Rolls with Tamarind & Chili Garlic Sauce
These rolls are so crunchy and crispy, and the filling is slightly sweet and a just a bit spicy, with notes of ginger and cilantro. Dip one in the Tamarind & Chili Garlic sauce and experience a whole new way to eat them. Ready in minutes!
Read moreSatsuma and Cardamom Torta
This cake literally brightens up your day! It's so light and bright, and perfect anytime of the day, especially in the mornings with a hot cup of coffee. A soft bite, with a refreshing burst of citrus, finished off with whipped cream scented with cardamom and topped with toasted pine nuts.
Read moreRoast Chicken Stew with Spiced Tomato Ginger Sauce
This recipe is what you need when you're craving a warm comforting meal, sitting by the fireplace and it's pouring outside. The tangy flavors from the ginger and the meaty and crisp bite of the chicken satisfies big, over a bed of fresh rice. Heaven!
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