Black beans and brown rice with smoky ham hock, oregano, and a splash of vinegar. Diabetic-friendly, high-fibre side served over nutty whole-grain rice. Cuban comfort with a healthier swap.
Spicy shrimp kabobs marinated in a sweet-heat glaze of apricot preserves, honey, hot sauce, and fresh herbs. Grilled until just white throughout for tender, juicy results.
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Chicken and okra stew braises bone-in chicken with tomatoes, white wine, and a quiet pinch of cinnamon. The okra soaks in vinegar first to tame the slime before baking. Greek-style one-pot meal.
So easy to make, and it was delicious. I used fresh tomatoes that were growing in my backyard. The dish was refreshing and flavourful. Have added it to my recipe box. Now I have another way to cook my garden fresh tomatoes.
Albondigas soup with cumin-spiced beef meatballs simmered in a rich broth with cabbage, zucchini, tomatoes, green chiles, and fresh cilantro. A hearty Mexican meatball soup.
Sun-dried tomato marinara with tri-color bell peppers, horseradish, and hot sauce. A bold, chunky pasta sauce with concentrated tomato flavor from both fresh and sun-dried tomatoes.
Great northern bean minestrone with carrots, zucchini, cabbage, tomatoes, and elbow macaroni in a basil-oregano broth. Hearty, thick, and full of vegetables.
Yogurt Herb Bread: a soft yeasted loaf with plain yogurt for tang and a blend of dill, chives, oregano, thyme, and basil baked into the crumb. Makes two 8-inch loaves.
Homemade red enchilada sauce from whole dried chile pods, garlic, oregano, and cumin, thickened with a bacon drippings roux. Rich, smoky, and leagues ahead of anything from a can.
Carnitas made by simmering pork shoulder in chicken broth with chipotle, coriander, and cumin, then crisping under high heat until the edges shatter. Mexican shredded pork for tacos, burritos, and bowls.
Grecian skillet rib eye steaks rub with oregano, basil, garlic, and pepper, pan-sear in olive oil, then finish with lemon juice, crumbled feta, and Kalamata olives. Mediterranean steakhouse dinner.
These pan roasted potatoes come out nicely golden, brown and crispy. Fresh lemon juice, garlic and oregano make the potatoes taste refreshing, garlicky and absolutely delicious.
Tex-Mex pork stew: slow-simmered pork shoulder with black beans, corn, green chiles, and chili spice. A dump-and-go stew for the crockpot or stovetop with bold southwestern flavor.
Chicken cacciatore baked in a crushed Roma tomato sauce with white wine, fennel seed, cinnamon, coriander, and red pepper flakes. A lighter, oven-baked Italian hunter's chicken.
Soft fish tacos with sauteed red snapper, caramelized red onions, lime juice, and fresh herbs in warm tortillas. A quick 30-minute dinner with bright, clean Mexican-inspired flavors.