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Polenta Polenta is a cornmeal mush that originated in Northern Italy as peasant food. But in the US, it’s served at upscale restaurants as a gourmet dish. The reality is somewhere in the middle. It can be a basic porridge with few flavors. Alternatively, it can be a high-end version […]
For my Vegetarian friends and subscribers, this Cuban Black Bean recipe is a fun dish that can be the main course. Serve over rice and you could add other veggies into the black bean mixture. For you carnivores out there, it goes amazingly well with a Cuban Pork Tenderloin or […]
Steamed Fish, ready in 10 minutes, with ginger and orange. This is a continuation of our quest for interesting and different recipes, that are still easy to prepare, as we continue social distancing/Sheltering in Place/Self Quarantining, etc. The steamed fish dish is easy to prepare and can be ready in […]
Smashed Potatoes -This recipe is all about technique. The secondary ingredients can be very adaptable. Rosemary, Salt and garlic add flavor.
Lettuce Wraps -Asian Sriracha Chicken style. These easy-to-prepare Asian Lettuce Wraps are a healthy alternative to burgers or Sloppy Joes. Simple to make, and the layers of flavor in these are a crowd-pleaser. Delicious and filled with flavor, these lettuce wraps are a great idea for entertaining or a family […]
Easy Jambalaya Recipe, is a perfect recipe for Fat Tuesday, which begins Mardi Gras. The simplicity of this Jambalaya recipe is genius and it turns out great every time! Laissez les bons temp rouler – (les-say) (le) (bon) (ton) (rue-lay) Let the good times roll! As most people know, Fat […]