So glad that I went with the culinary ride. Hopped outside the box and decided to take my yams to another level. Cubed, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled those nutrient packed foods with cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and powdered ginger. Placed them on foiled baking sheet and baked at 400 degrees Fahrenheit forContinue reading “ROASTED SWEET POTATO/CHICKEN SALAD”
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ROASTED GRAPES/BROCCOLI CHICKEN SANDWICH
Wasn’t happy with the seeds in my grapes. Thought I had bought the seedless version. Decided to roast them and oh what deliciousness. Those little seeds became quite crispy and more edible. As the high heat caught them in the oven, they took on a limp-like appearance. It was such a culinary joy to partakeContinue reading “ROASTED GRAPES/BROCCOLI CHICKEN SANDWICH”
KALE/BROCCOLI SOUP BY THE WATER’S EDGE
It was an awesome day.
QUICK/LIGHT #PAN-ROASTED TOMATOES/ANGEL HAIR
Supper was a breeze. In less than 20 minutes, my palate and I were able to savor the sweet and mouth-watering offerings of summer in the form of tomatoes and pasta. Allowed tomatoes to slowly pan-roast in a drizzle of olive oil. Added some roughly chopped onions and blanched broccoli spears and crushed garlic. TossedContinue reading “QUICK/LIGHT #PAN-ROASTED TOMATOES/ANGEL HAIR”
A QUICKIE DID IT! PAN-ROASTED TOMATOES AND ANGEL HAIR
ANY PROTEIN OF CHOICE CAN BE HAD WITH THIS
BROCCOLI AND KALE SOUP ##FIBER!!
 Time was of the essence. When it comes to this time of the year (approaching summer), perishables get a beating. Had some of nature’s wholesome foods (kale/broccoli) on hand. From the looks of a portion of same, they were heading downhill. Decided to transform them into a creamy and smooth dish in the form ofContinue reading “BROCCOLI AND KALE SOUP ##FIBER!!”
LINGUINE WITH KALE/BROCCOLI PESTO TOPPED WITH HONEY/LEMON SHRIMP
I went a little over the top with nature’s wholesome greens. it was sort of leap out of the ‘box’; in that I created a pesto from atypical ingredients. Instead of the classic basil and/or other herbs, I opted for kale, broccoli and parsley. Greens were rinsed in tepid water and then added to foodContinue reading “LINGUINE WITH KALE/BROCCOLI PESTO TOPPED WITH HONEY/LEMON SHRIMP”
A KALE/BROCCOLI/PARSLEY PESTO
MY PASTA IS GOING TO BE SUPER-HAPPY!
WENT TURKEY FOR EASTER! #TURKEY LOAF WITH SWEET/SOUR SAUCE
On this Easter day, I decided to be in company of the other feathery one. My protein of choice was turkey. Transformed my lean protein into a succulent loaf. And, because turkey is somewhat bland, I decided to incorporate diced vegetables, spices, herbs and other ingredients so as to boost the taste in a hugeContinue reading “WENT TURKEY FOR EASTER! #TURKEY LOAF WITH SWEET/SOUR SAUCE”
ROASTED CITRUS DRUMSTICKS ON A BED OF COUSCOUS
When you have a beautiful canvas to work with, it makes things so much easier. And, that’s what happened with my North African inspired dish. I borrowed one of their popular staples (couscous) and allowed same to be a nest or bed for my citrus chicken drumsticks. Couscous is uncooked semolina balls (likened to fineContinue reading “ROASTED CITRUS DRUMSTICKS ON A BED OF COUSCOUS”