Arugula salad will spice up your greens Yes, salads can be EXCITING! This arugula blend salad has dried cherries, dried apricots and feta. I think it 's a great balance and contrast of flavors, especially when you drizzle in the pomegranate dressing. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Arugula with pomegranate dressing is just what I am needing. The feeding...
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Pomegranate Margarita Recipe
Pomegranate Margarita: Sweet, tart, refreshing, and delicious beverage. This is the perfect cocktail for Valentines's Day. It's pretty, red, and so delicious. Now, let me be straight with you, when it comes to margaritas I've always been a purist. [feast_advanced_jump_to] I am not one of those girls who likes drinks with little colorful umbrellas. But...
Vanilla Custard Filled Buns: Skolleboller
Vanilla custard filled buns or Skolleboller literally translates into School Buns. Funny name, isn't it? But what's in a name? Read on! In the western parts of Norway these pastries are known as Skolleboller, while in the eastern parts of the country they are called Skollebrot/Skolebrød (school bread). So, what does this pastry have to do...
13 Desserts: A French Christmas Tradition
The 13 Desserts is a French Christmas tradition that incorporates a variety of sweets, nuts and other tasty items. Last year I posted my recipe for Buche Noel (Christmas Log), a typical French dessert served all through the Christmas season in France. Following that thread, I am posting not really a recipe, but a tradition...
Sweet Olive Oil Bread
[feast_advanced_jump_to] In order to ensure an even bake, the bread needs to be scored. Sweet olive oil bread forms part of the 13 desserts served in France during the reveillon or Christmas dinner served after midnight Mass, a tradition that is only about 100 years old. What is Sweet Olive Oil Bread? Have you...
Latin Style Leftover Turkey: Arroz con Pavo
[feast_advanced_jump_to] Leftover Turkey Recipes A delicious, Latin style leftover turkey recipe. Meet arroz con pavo! Turkey day coma is now over, and it is now your fridge that is stuffed with enough leftover turkey to feed another family. What to do? Face it, there are only so many ways to relive Thanksgiving dinner that don't...
Easy Polenta with Sausage and Mushrooms
What is polenta? Polenta is one of those dishes referred to as "cucina povera" or poor man's cuisine. This may be true due to its humble ingredients. But it can be enjoyed in so many ways, and its rich, creamy taste is definitely not what I call humble. Also, depending on what region of Italy...
How to Make Cuban Boliche
Boliche??? What is that? Well... The name in Spanish literally means "bowling". Yeah, bowling, like the game you play. So, what does bowling have to do with this delicious Cuban boliche recipe? Well, now that I think about it, nothing! But, that's alright! It's still a phenomenal dish. What Goes In Boliche? Boliche is rich...
Curry: History and Recipe
Curry is a delicious Asian seasoning with an interesting history, and multiple uses. Today I am sharing my own curry blend. So, what prompted me to do this? After all, you can buy curry in the store, right? Well, I thought, I already make my own chili powder, and garam masala why not make my...
Sushi: Sacred Union of Land and Sea
There is no denying that sushi is a trending food . Today many restaurant menus and large supermarkets carry it. At my house it is a favorite. Even my son who is a picky eater loves sushi. Spicy shrimp, and California roll are his favorites. For the longest time I had been wanting to learn to make...