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PERFECT PARTNERS #ROASTED PUMPKIN RINGS/SALMON PATTIES
Needed the ideal partner for my salmon patties. Went with roasted pumpkin rings which turned out to be just the perfect pairing I was seeking. Drizzled olive oil on pumpkin along with a pinch of salt, powdered ginger, and paprika. Then, roasted pumpkin rings on baking tray in oven at 405-degree Fahrenheit for approximately 35Continue reading “PERFECT PARTNERS #ROASTED PUMPKIN RINGS/SALMON PATTIES”
CREAMY POLENTA IN THE COMPANY OF SPICY GRILLED SHRIMP
The flavors, spices, and ingredients were ‘popping’ in my kitchen. Didn’t have to hop on a plane, bus or train to garner a Jamaican, Italian and Southern experience. With the aid of a few relatively inexpensive ingredients, I was able to turn out quite a mouth-watering dish. My pantry yielded a pack of cornmeal forContinue reading “CREAMY POLENTA IN THE COMPANY OF SPICY GRILLED SHRIMP”
I SEE BANANA/OATMEAL PANCAKES IN THE MAKING
Look ye here! Look ye here! I’ve the main ingredients for banana and oatmeal pancakes over here! It’s nothing new; but for me, whenever I enjoy a dish, I’ve no qualms in a repeat performance. To others, they may see a couple wilted bananas to be tossed. But, oh no! My taste buds and IContinue reading “I SEE BANANA/OATMEAL PANCAKES IN THE MAKING”
I SEE POSSIBILITIES!! ##CARROTS AND PUMPKIN WEDGES
Who knows where these wholesome foods will take me? In my culinary mind, I see roasted pumpkin wedges and carrot sprinkled with the warm and aromatic flavors of cinnamon and ginger spices. The result could be used as a great side dish. Or, maybe, a delicious mash. From the looks of things, it’s another chillyContinue reading “I SEE POSSIBILITIES!! ##CARROTS AND PUMPKIN WEDGES”
SOME OF MY MAJOR PLAYERS FOR#PUMPKIN/VEGGIE SOUP
I know what’s in store for me. My taste buds are already salivating for this warm and comforting dish. Cheers!
RED BEANS(PEAS) SOUP WITH ROOT VEGGIES AND HAM BONES/PIG’S TAIL
The first day of 2016 found me quite naughty in the kitchen. You see, I blame my childhood friends, Dorna and Clova. They requested a Jamaican favorite, red beans (well, we call it ‘peas’ in Jamaica) soup with pig’s tail, left-over ham bone and a medley of root veggies. I’ve consumed this soup numerous timeContinue reading “RED BEANS(PEAS) SOUP WITH ROOT VEGGIES AND HAM BONES/PIG’S TAIL”
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! #2016!!
Once again, another year is rapidly coming to a close. It makes you wonder where time has elapsed. But, ready or not, 2016 is almost here. With that being said, we (well, most of us) will be doing reflections on 2015. We will also be actively making resolutions for the new year. We are humans,Continue reading “HAPPY NEW YEAR!! #2016!!”
HOLIDAY GREETINGS!!
MAY YOU HAVE JOY AND PEACE DURING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON AND REMEMBER TO BE KIND TO YOUR LOVED ONES AS WELL AS YOUR BEAUTIFUL PALATES!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!! FELIZ NAVIDAD!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
A MAHI MAHI CATCH!! #PAN-SEARED FISH
My palate and I were in a seafood kind of mood for supper. It was quite a delightful change to place a hold on the feathery one (chicken) and indulged in a light yet satisfying seafood meal. On my last shopping trip I secured a couple Mahi mahi steaks. Mahi mahi are commonly known asContinue reading “A MAHI MAHI CATCH!! #PAN-SEARED FISH”