This post has been sponsored by Collective Bias Inc., and its advertisers. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingAmerica #Walmart #CollectiveBias Summer is finally here, and with it comes ribs on the grill, an integral part of summer. And, you know what the best part about this is? There are countless ways to prepare ribs. Today…
Main Dishes
This section offers a wide array of dishes, some not overly healthy. They one thing they all have in common, is that for the most part they are easy to make and very tasty.
How to Make Cambodian Chicken Amok
When you ask anyone in Cambodia what their most typical dish is, you will hear “Amok”. So what is this exotic sounding dish? Basically it is a mouth watering curry dish that is served in a folded up banana leaf shaped like a bowl. Not only is the presentation absolutely gorgeous, but the flavor of…
Sweet and Spicy Peach Bourbon BBQ Ribs
This post has been sponsored by Collective Bias Inc. , and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. It is intended for readers 21 and over. #GetGrillingAmerica #CollectiveBias Oh summer, please hurry up and get here; I miss you! I have a pressing need to clean the cobwebs off my grill, fire it up, and…
Pork Loin with Spicy Maple Chutney
If you’re anything like me, you’re probably always looking for new ways to prepare old favorites. So, how does pork loin with spicy maple chutney sound? What exactly is chutney? Well, it’s like a relish of Indian origin that is normally made with fruit, vinegar, and some spices. Because of its flavor combination, it goes perfect with…
Spicy Almond Butter Chicken Curry
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #StartAHealthyRelationship #Collective Bias Any kind of curry is a favorite at our house. So, when the opportunity came up to create a curry using almond butter I jumped at the chance. You see, almond butter is one…
Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots
A few years ago, at the university where I work, we had a Moroccan Fullbright student who taught my husband and I how to make a chicken tagine. I was mesmerized by the cooking process, and the results: a delightful flavor, the aroma of my kitchen, and a very tender meat. Ever since, I…
Spicy Beef Puff Pastries – Pastelitos de Carne
Aah! Soft, flaky, mouthwatering puff pastry. Just the mention of this heavenly carbohydrate makes me close my eyes and dream of the endless possibilities, like spicy beef puff pastry appetizers, for example. Pastelitos de carne, as they are called in Latin America, are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks. My family loves them too! You…
Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
Here is a quick and easy weeknight meal for taco Tuesday made with ground pork. Spicy pork tacos with red cabbage slaw made with Vietnamese chili garlic sauce have a nice kick of heat you will love. There is this craft brewery in my town that has the weathered look and feel of a cozy,…
Moroccan Chickpea and Lentil Soup (Harira)
Are you looking for a hearty vegetarian soup that will put “meat” on your bones? Then this Moroccan chickpea and lentil soup (Harira) is just for you. This hearty and easy to make soup is perfect for the cold winter days we are having here in the north. Although I have never made it in…
Indonesian Curried Noodles with Shrimp
Make Indonesian curried noodles with shrimp on any given night to add some ethnic flair to your table. I’ve been having a lot of fun lately learning about all the different types of curries throughout Asia. Curry varies from country to country throughout South East Asia. In Indonesia it varies from island to island. So,…
Authentic Quiche Lorraine
One of the first French dishes I ever tasted was an authentic quiche Lorraine. My young taste buds embraced the flavors with gusto. At the tender age of 12 I felt like a sophisticated woman for having experienced French food, albeit a simple dish. From that day on, there is and was only one quiche…
Thai Red Curry Chicken
The rich flavors of Thai red curry chicken combined with a serving of jasmine rice create and easy and delicious weeknight meal. You will love the flavors of the curry, tamarind paste, coconut milk, lemon grass and ginger. Thai food is so diverse, I never tire of it. The flavors, the smells, the textures. Thai food…
Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bo Sot Vang)
This post for Vietnamese Beef Stew (bò sốt vang) was created in partnership with Ninja® Cooking System with Auto IQ™. I received complimentary products and compensation to facilitate my review, but all opinions are mine. The rich aroma of Vietnamese beef stew (bo sot vang) is filling my house. I am so hungry that I…
Thai Style Pork Loin with Peanut Sauce
Thai Style Pork Loin with Peanut Sauce brings together a multitude of flavors. The contrast that is present in Thai food is what makes me love it so much. Thai cuisine is full of contrasts, not only in flavors but also in presentation, colors and textures. My Thai style pork loin brings you such contrast….
Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Recently I surprised myself by eating something I never thought I would like: Squash soup. Yes, my dear friends I am/was somewhat of a squash hater. But, as a food blogger I need to give foods a second chance. I think this creamy butternut squash and apple soup made me rethink my anti-squash stance. And…
