BOURBON SPIKED WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES with CANDIED PECANS & DRIED CHERRY TOPPING

by Josie | Nov 24, 2022 | Citrus, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Meal Planning, Nuts, Potatoes, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian, Wild Rice

This is an old favorite from our 2014, 2015, 2016 Thanksgiving specials. The first year we tested these fluffy sweet potatoes, they were so incredible. So much so, they were requested the following year. But I wanted it to present nicer, so we added the the candied...

HUNGARIAN MUSHROOM with FRESH DILL

by Josie | Nov 10, 2022 | Citrus, Cooking, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free Option, Herbs, Recipes, Soup, Spices, Vegetarian Option

I only make this a couple of times of year because one of the people in our family does not like mushrooms.  We think he’s crazy.  This is a rich, creamy, mushroomy soup brightened by the addition of fresh dill.  It’s so good with crusty artisan bread, a...

SHOYU SHAOXING GLAZED TOFU with CHILE

by Josie | Oct 27, 2022 | Chef Inspired, Chilis, Citrus, Cooking, Ginger, Gluten Free, Recipes, Rice, Sides, Tofu, Vegan, Vegetarian

I saw this recipe in New York Times and gave it a try. It’s fantastic. The recipe is easy and can be adjusted to meet your need for heat. It goes great with wok seared baby bok choy and steamed rice. Of course, broccoli, cabbage, or other hearty green would be...

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS with GARLICKY GREEN OLIVE & TOMATO BASIL CHOP

by Josie | Oct 25, 2022 | Citrus, Condiments, Cooking, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lamb, Sides

Lamb has significant roots in Mediterranean regions such as Spain, Turkey and Greece where every day meals are made special with roasted meats and beautifully seasoned accompaniments. Unlike any other protein, the depth of flavor in lamb charms any accompaniment and...

ZITI with SMOKED ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE & CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER TOMATO SAUCE

by Josie | Oct 23, 2022 | Cheese, Citrus, Cooking, Dairy, Herbs, Meal Planning, Pasta, Sauces, Sausage, Vegetarian Option

This is a great mid-week meal and provides a little extra for lunch the next day or an after school snack. I made my own sauce, but there are good jarred sauces on the market that can save you a little time.You can always doctor these store-bought sauces up with fresh...

MOROCCAN CARROT SOUP with SPICED ORANGE TEA & SHEET PAN ROASTED GARBANZOS

by Josie | Sep 25, 2022 | Citrus, Coconut Milk, Freezer Friendly, Ginger, Gluten Free, Herbs, Meal Planning, Recipes, Soup, Spices, Vegan, Vegetarian

This Moroccan inspired carrot soup couldn’t be any better, particularly on a sunny fall day. Once you have all your ingredients gathered, it comes together rather quickly and fills your kitchen with enticing aromas. To achieve a proper Moroccan spice profile,...