This pollo asado recipe creates a super citrusy and tangy chicken dinner seasoned with orange, grapefruit, lemon, and lime, with Mexican spices and achiote. Grilled and roasted meats are very popular in Latin cuisine. We all know “carne asada” from our frequent trips to Chipotle.But, for those of us who prefer white meat vs. dark, and a…
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Super easy and incredibly flavorful? That’s what I want in a dinner!!Tangy and somewhat sweet, with incredible aromatics, you can bake this Apricot Artichoke Chicken with Tarragon & Feta in no time at all! I’m a sucker for apricot preserves – I remember slathering Bonne Maman Apricot Preserves over toast (with LOTS of peanut butter),…
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You wouldn’t normally think to throw in a little “culture” with your chicken, would you? I’m a cultured girl, that’s for sure. I throw that part of my personality into just about everything. But I’m also a girl who loves the taste, texture, and health benefits of fermented foods. Oh yes, that kind of culture….
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“Waiter, there is too much pepper on my paprikash. But I would be proud to partake of your pecan pie.” ~ Harry Burns Paprikash is the ultimate Hungarian comfort food. The name is derived from the ample use of paprika, a spice commonly used in Hungarian cuisine. The meat is typically simmered for an extended period in…
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I love a good crust on my chicken. LOOOVVVE it. In fact, I don’t really care a whole lot for grilled chicken without a good spice crust of sorts. The crust locks in the super moist juices, and imparts the most amazing profile imaginable ~ spiced correctly, of course. The collection of goodness can be…
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I struggled to find a name for this gorgeous gem of a meal. The sweet tart zing of a lemon, the deep, rich hues of rainbow carrots, and the bright and lively green of fresh baby Brussels sprouts bring a presentation of color. and delight all together for a smorgasbord of vegetable delight. If it…
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There are truly so many components to this dish that coming up with an adequate name, without fumbling over too many words in the title, proved to be more than a challenge. I like a challenge. But this time, I simply gave up. The sauce was inspired by the last of the Meyer Lemons for…
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I love citrus. In fact, we kind of have this “thing” going on at home where we either douse everything in lemon or lime. We’re obsessed. And I love cinnamon. It’s sweet and it’s savory all in one. It’s wonderful. Together, citrus and cinnamon are more than wonderful. They are phenomenal. AND, when combined with…
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Purple embodies the balance of red’s stimulation and blue’s calm. This dichotomy can cause unrest or uneasiness unless the undertone is clearly defined, at which point the purple takes on the characteristics of its undertone. With a sense of mystic and royal qualities, purple is a color often well liked by very creative or eccentric…
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So this is an experiment of sorts. In all my posts, I’ve always done my best to include beautiful and eye catching photos. After all, the food really speaks to us visually. Not everyone has the ability to taste and smell simply through the idea of the recipe – we are so sense driven and…
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