What do you crave on a cold and rainy day? I crave “stick to your ribs” foods, like stews, casseroles and yes…the ultimate comfort food Macaroni & Cheese. Its rainy today and I haven’t blogged a recipe in a while and I thought today would be a perfect day to do so. There is nothing…
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Persimmon Cranberry Sauce with Jalapenos
I enjoy the usual sides, sauces and dishes at the Thanksgiving or Holiday table like everyone else but I really crave them when they have a different ingredient in them that give it a new life. One side dish that is just about at every table during the holiday season is cranberry sauce, there are…
Fig Sherry Vinaigrette
I think I’m like many people out there; I skip salads sometimes because they are boring and I don’t know what to put in them besides tomatoes, cucumber and lettuce…I guess I’m in a salad rut. Salads don’t have to be ordinary and you certainly don’t need that many ingredients to make it a show…
Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Donuts with Maple Cinnamon Glaze
Nothing else tastes like autumn like pumpkin so I baked some vegan pumpkin pecan donuts with maple cinnamon glaze. Admit it, everywhere you go you notice everything pumpkin, from dish soap to toothpaste! (Well, I don’t know about toothpaste, I made that up, but I’m sure someone will make it). I was at the store…
Herb Roasted Butternut Squash Hummus with Pomegranate & Sunflower Seeds
Even though it’s only the September, I feel a chill in the air and fall is approaching fast. I love fall, it’s my favorite season for decorating and for foods that incorporate the best that autumn has to offer like squash, figs and late harvest sweet corn. I love squash year round but I think…
Smoked Stir Fry Japanese Eggplant & Green Beans with Cashews
What to have for dinner? It’s the question that always ponders many of us; I go through the same thing all the time. Sometimes you have all the ingredients right under your nose, or should I say in my vegetable garden. I harvested a bunch of Japanese eggplant in my garden yesterday as I was…
Bombay Cocktail Nuts
Nuts, bar mix and pretzels are a staple at bars and parties because everyone craves something salty and crunchy when they are having a libation. My recipe for Bombay Cocktail Nuts is a blend of Indian spices with a hint of sweetness and a touch of spiciness that is so addictive. Keep a dish at…
Vegan Bolognaise Polenta Lasagna
Pot luck parties with friends and family are always so much fun; you can have a taste of many different foods and compare recipes. This always gives a host a bit of a break from having to cook all the food, especially for a big party. I always have fond memories of pot luck parties…
Lemongrass & Ginger Edamame Hummus
I’m going to visit good friends tomorrow and my mom always taught me to never arrive as a guest to someone’s home empty handed, so I’m bringing a snack. So I thought I would bring hummus, yes hummus, I know so many people get tired of hummus, it seems to be everywhere, just a few…
Mushroom & Walnut Egg Rolls with Hoisin Dipping Sauce
Chinese take-out is very popular on a busy night or when you just feel like not cooking, isn’t nice to sit in front of the T.V. with a take-out box full of wonderful Chinese food? You bet… but sometimes it can be so satisfying to make some Chinese dishes at home. My inspiration for my…
