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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is so flavorful, creamy and delicious! And making it is such a breeze that it’ll have you wondering why you ever bought that store-bought hummus. Preparing it yourself also insures that there are no added preservatives or unwanted chemicals in your food. Hummus is not only delicious, it is actually healthy too! It contains: Protein and Fiber to help keep you satiated. Extra virgin olive oil for heart health and antioxidants Tahini (sesame seed paste) contains antioxidants, healthy fats and anti-inflammatory compounds. Lemon Juice also contains antioxidants as well as Vitamin C. Garlic helps detoxify the liver, boost the immune system, helps lower blood pressure…
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Pear, Fig and Bacon Chutney
This Pear, Fig and Bacon Chutney is the perfect condiment for roasted or grilled meats, baked brie or goat cheese or a charcuterie board. A delicious blend of salty, sweet and tangy with a little bit of heat. And, oh so good! I could eat it by the spoonful! And it’s actually quite simple to make. Start with a couple of bartlett pears, peeled, cored and diced. Mince some red onion and a clove of garlic Chop the figs Cook (crisp) and chop a couple of slices of thick cut applewood smoked bacon Saute’ the pears, onions and garlic in some butter until tender Add the figs, bacon, seasonings and…
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Mango Salsa
Mango Salsa: Sweet ripe mangos, red onion, fresh chopped cilantro, jalapeno and lime juice are the perfect compliment to grilled meats, tacos or just for dipping chips. It’s Mango season! That means Mango’s are on sale everywhere. And I recently purchased these juicy, lip smacking beauties for 69 cents each! Score! Making this yummy Mango Salsa a super budget friendly treat. I just love the taste of sweet, ripe mangos. They can be used in so many different ways. They’re great for both sweet and savory dishes and they’re super healthy. This superfruit contains more than 20 different vitamins and minerals. Just one cup of mango contains 100% of you…
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Lemon, Herb and Garlic Marinade
This Lemon Herb and Garlic Marinade is so simple and fresh. It tastes like spring! Oh, how i’m wishing for spring. I don’t think it can get here fast enough! Lemon and herbs make the perfect seasoning for Pork, Chicken, Lamb and even Shrimp. Because of the high acidity of the lemon this is best used as a quick marinade. About 30 minutes or so. It’s also great for drizzling over grilled vegetables, grilled or baked fish, asparagus and grilled or roasted potatoes. Yum! I love it drizzled over Grilled Salmon. I am a huge fan of vinaigrette marinades and dressings, because they are so versatile. And such a great…
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Taco Tuesday! Ole! Guacamole
Taco Tuesdays would not be complete without a delicious, fresh guacamole. And Pico De Gallo. Since you are already making fresh salsa, why not use it to make your guacamole as well. Two birds, one stone, Right?!? When i’m cooking I like to make things that have multiple uses. Not only does it make cooking easier and less time consuming (because, who wants to spend more time in the kitchen after a long day at work?), but it also helps prevent waste. Don’t get me started on the food waste thing! Lol! Anyway, back to the guacamole recipe. First, prepare the Pico De Gallo using the recipe below. Then, take the avocados…
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Pico De Gallo
Pico de Gallo, also known as salsa fresca or salsa cruda, is a fresh tomato salsa made of fresh ripe tomatoes, onions, chili’s (jalapeno, serrano or habanero), cilantro, lime juice and salt. This traditional Mexican staple is perfect for chips, tacos, fajitas and more. Serve this yummy salsa at your next game day get together, taco party or anytime, really. Add shrimp and/or avocado for a special treat! To make, I start with fresh, ripe roma tomatoes. I use romas because they are a bit firmer than other tomato varieties, they hold their shape and don’t become mushy in the salsa. Cut the tops off of the tomatoes and then cut…
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Orange Pico De Gallo
This Orange Pico De Gallo is is a great way to use up those summer tomatoes. It goes great with all of your grilled meats, especially seafood. I originally created this recipe to go with Chili Lime Shrimp Street Tacos With Orange Pico De Gallo And Avocado Crema but it is wonderful as a refreshing salsa with chips as well. Try it with grilled shrimp or scallops, fish tacos, grilled salmon, grilled pork loin or chicken. Top your favorite chicken taco salad, grilled steak nachos or a juicy spice rubbed grilled Tri Tip. Yum! Serve this yummy and refreshing salsa at your next taco night or mexican themed party. Don’t forget the…
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Creole Seafood Seasoning
This Creole Seafood Seasoning is my “go to seasoning” that I use in all of my Cajun/Creole recipes. I use this in everything from Jambalaya to Gumbo to Ettouffee, and it also makes a great seafood rub. This is the seasoning that I also used in my Spicy Shrimp and Andouille Sausage in a previous post. It’s a super simple recipe too. I just toss all of the spices in the blender or food processor to blend and there you have it! Original Recipe From: The Commander's Kitchen Cookbook
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Lemon Love: Meyer Lemon/Garlic Infused Olive Oil and Gremolata
Infused oils are such a simple and easy way to add flavor to your favorite dish. During one of my many trips to Trader Joe’s, I came across a bag of beautiful Meyer Lemons. Without a plan for using them, I tossed a bag into my basket. I just love anything lemon flavored, so I knew that I would have fun experimenting with these golden beauties. That evening, as I was scrolling through one of my social media sites, a delicious looking recipe popped up on my news feed. One Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken and Orzo I made my own crockpot version using much of the same ingredients. The flavors…
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Spicy Roasted Green Chili Salsa
Wow, can you believe that it’s already February 1st?! The big game is only 3 days away. What will you be serving or bringing to your Super Bowl party? Wings? Chili? No party is complete without the chips and salsa, right? I made this yummy Spicy Roasted Green Chili Salsa by roasting up some jalapeno peppers, fresh garlic and onions. Then added a small can of roasted green chili’s, fresh lime juice, cilantro and a bit of salt. It came out so yummy! But warning, it does have a kick to it! If you don’t care for the heat then just remove the seeds and pith from the jalapenos before roasting…
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Mexican Adobo Sauce
Mexican Adobo is a sauce made primarily of chili's, garlic, spices and vinegar but can have many variations. It is used as a base or marinade in traditional Mexican cooking.
