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Hummus and Grilled Veggie Tacos with Corn Salsa
My favorite hard shell Tacos filled with Za’atar seasoned Hummus and brimming with colorful Vegetables just off the grill. Corn Salsa adds a layer of natural sweetness, heat and crunch. Vegan and Gluten-Free. A wonderful meal for a weeknight or special enough for company – these Vegan and Gluten-Free Tacos are healthy, delicious and have […]
Karen’s Corn Salsa
This simple corn salsa has a puréed base which gives it stability and creaminess.
Shrimp with Charred Brocollini and Shiitake “Bacon” – Browned Butter Balsamic Drizzle
A skillet dish with an amazing flavor combination – healthful and colorful. Shiitake “Bacon” is a game changer – my tasters said taste just like the real thing… but vegan I’m so loving this inventive dish! As you know, shrimps cook really quickly – so with a little prep, this meal while come together quickly. […]
How to Roast Nuts: Two Fabulous Recipes
Rosemary & Spice Mixed Nuts and Curry Coconut Slow Roasted Nuts ~ Two recipes which are quite easy to prepare take the guess work of ‘What To Serve Guests with Drinks.’ Great for snacking too! Just the right touch of sweet and heat. These two recipes will be a hit at any party – think […]
Curry Coconut Slow Roasted Nuts
Raw cashews are soaked for easier digestion and are cooked in a slow oven until golden and crispy. Coat with sweet and savory seasonings: curry powder, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, smoked paprika, pink sea salt, coconut nectar, coconut palm sugar and unsweetened shredded coconut
Rosemary & Spice Mixed Nuts
Pecans, Walnuts, Almonds and Brazil Nuts are roasted in a slow oven until fragrant and lightly golden. Kissed with fresh rosemary and a hints of a sweet-salty flavor. No overwhelming flavors, all complement each other.
Grilled Lebanese Chicken with Garlic Sauce
Yogurt Marinated Chicken, Lebanese-Style Garlic Sauce, Harissa Sauce and Pickled Turnips come together for the ultimate healthy Middle Eastern Feast at home. Recipes: Marinated Chicken – for grilling Lebanese-Style Garlic Sauce Pickled Turnips Karen’s Quick Harissa Sauce Mediterranean food is certainly popular, yet the culinary traditions of the Middle East offers a range of delicious and unusual […]
Grilled Lebanese Chicken with Yogurt & Spices
Yogurt Marinated Chicken, Lebanese-Style Garlic Sauce, Harissa Sauce and Pickled Turnips come together for the ultimate Middle Eastern Feast at home. Here is my version of a similar dish: Shish taouk or tawook (chicken kebab) – a Lebanese staple. It is quite a common chicken bbq dish in virtually every Middle Eastern country, and a popular street-food. […]
Spring Asparagus Cooked in Parchment Over Pasta
Spring Asparagus Spears are cooked in Parchment Paper with Lemon Rind, Garlic, Tarragon and Butter ~ an easy method with delicious results! A wonderful light dish which is simple to prepare. I love adding sautéed Jerusalem Artichoke slices and Fresh Peas into the mix… see recipe. Loaded with Vegetables… actually more veggies than pasta! Cooking […]
Spring Grilled Asparagus Salad ~ Blood Orange Buttermilk Dressing
The perfect restaurant quality Spring Salad! Choose fat asparagus and cook indoors in a grill pan – or outdoors in warmer weather. What makes a restaurant salad so special? – – layering the multitude of ingredients. Mache Lettuce, Radicchio, Purple Spring Onions, Toasted Almonds, Fresh Mango Cubes, Blood Orange Slices and Grilled Fat Asparagus Spears […]
Blood Orange Buttermilk Dressing
A Zesty Citrus Dressing – adds a great tang and balance to your favorite salads – and a wonderful color Try: Spring Grilled Asparagus Salad ~ Blood Orange Buttermilk Dressing (see recipe) A restaurant quality Spring Salad
Incredible Instant Pot Mole Chicken & Vegetables
A Mexican style rich stew with chicken, lots of vegetables, spices, tomatoes, chiles, sesame seeds, cocoa powder and bittersweet chocolate. An Instant Pot (easy pressure cooker) produces succulent ingredients. A stovetop recipe too! Many moles pronounced (MOE- lay) have over 20 ingredients in the sauce alone (I’ve simplified a bit) – the bitter-sweetness of the […]
The Ultimate Kale Chip Recipes
Kale Chips are Easy and Fun to Make! Try both of my recipes: Spicy Red Kale Chips with Cashews and Miso & Tahini Sesame Kale Chips with Za’atar Seasonings… Oh-So-Tasty!! Homemade Kale Chips are crunchy with an addictive flavor, yet they have few calories and are a source of several essential nutrients. The ultimate healthy snack! […]
Black Bottom Chocolate Tarts with a Caramel Pretzel Crust
The Perfect Valentine’s Day Treat: Three bite tarts with a Chocolate Heart Decoration with Crushed Pretzels and Cacao Nibs These miniature chocolate tarts will bring a smile to your Valentine. Say “I Love You” with these homemade treats! These velvety chocolate filled tarts with a a crisp press-in crust will dazzle everyone who’s lucky enough to […]
Warm Asparagus and Spinach Dip – Lightened Up
This delicious warm dip is a perfect appetizer for game day! Asparagus replaces artichokes for a flavor-twist. A bevy of vegetables keeps the fat content at bay. A Killer Dip that won’t kill your waistline! Many love the Super Bowl because of one thing and one thing alone: the food. The ultimate game day foods can be tasty and good […]
Baked Applesauce Donuts with Brown Butter Caramel Maple Glaze
A super-satisfying treat you bake in donut tins. Decadent Glaze or Cinnamon-Sugar…your choice! Winter blues seems to fade away after a few bites of these healthier donuts. Baked and coated in cinnamon and sugar, or a decadent brown butter caramel maple glaze are a lighter and equally delicious version of donuts without the frying. ~ A […]
Portobello Mushroom Pizzas with Crispy Kale Ribbons
Magnificent Meatless Monday Recipe! Roast the mushroom caps (on a rack – they don’t get soggy!) add Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Slow Baked Cherry Tomatoes and top with Basil Leaves and Crispy Baked Kale Ribbons A healthy and filling Vegetarian recipe I love to prepare and enjoy! Mushrooms have a heavenly “meaty” texture and savory, […]
Celery Root Bisque Soup with Garlic Pita Croutons
A healthy soup with a creamy texture from the celery root (celeriac) and potatoes. Delicious and Silky Smooth. Dairy Free. Add a swirl of Cashew Cream for a decorative touch. SEE BELOW FOR MY FAVORITE WINTER SOUP RECIPES! Celeriac, more commonly referred to as celery root, is a variety of celery that’s grown especially for its […]
Fabulous Tandoori Chicken in an Instant Pot
New Year’s Cooking Resolution: Try Something New. An Instant Pot transforms this Tandoori Chicken into a fall-off-the-bone delicious delight! Flavorful and Juicy! A Classic Dish You Can Master at Home in and Instant Pot (recipe give for oven- method as well.) A countertop kitchen gadget that combines an electric pressure cooker with a slow cooker, rice […]
Turkey Chili with Homemade Chili Powder
A hearty bowl of Chili with extra vegetables, plenty of chipotles and Homemade Chili Powder for the ultimate flavor In Spanish, the word chile from the Nahuatl “chīlli” refers to a “chili pepper”, and carne is Spanish for “meat.” This is a big batch of Chili! Low in fat and chock full of all the good […]
Winter White Salad with Pink Peppercorn Vinaigrette
Seasonal Winter Vegetables are teamed with Shaved Manchego Cheese and Pine Nuts. A Zesty Pink Peppercorn Vinaigrette adds tang and bite A beautiful, crispy and crunchy salad with Winter-White Vegetables. Chioggia Beets add a touch of crimson color, as does the rind of the Pears and Black Radish. An All-White salad is an elegant one […]
Six Latke Recipes for Chanukah and Entertaining
My best Latke recipes for Eight Days of Chanukah and all-year-round! Latkes are crispy, naturally sweet, salty and irresistible! I love serving and eating them with homemade applesauce… or thinly sliced Gravlax. Tomorrow is the first night of Chanukah “the festival of lights” which keeps a burning flame shining for eight days – and oil heated on […]
Mediterranean Vegetable Soup – packed with healthful goodness
Here is how I make a wonderful, hearty and healthy Vegetable Soup with Mediterranean ingredients. This is a guide… use the ingredients you have or prefer to your taste. Easily made gluten-free. Like Oprah loves bread… I LOVE SOUP!! (I see she loves soup too these days – with natural flavors, stabilizers and questionable gmo’s in […]
Basil, Kale & Chive Pistou
An Herbal Pistou ~ Basil, Kale and Chives with garlic and extra virgin olive oil processed to a creamy paste. Adds a zesty and flavorful essence to soups, brushetta, pasta, vegetables and more! Similar to Pesto, but without nuts. Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese is optional…delicious without.
Thanksgiving Leftover Chef Salad ~ Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette
Make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers with this healthy & tasty salad. Use what you have! Drizzle with this Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette (it takes minutes to prepare!) Like me, you have extra turkey meat from your Thanksgiving feast. A Chef Salad is a great way to use up leftovers! – and a great alternative […]