Tag: spices
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CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA
One of my favorite Indian foods is Chicken Tikka Masala. So, since I have been craving some Indian food, I decided to take a stab at it and make my own, and I got to say, it came out incredible. While I was making the sauce, it reminded me of making vodka sauce at the…
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GREEK BURGER
Grilling time is always a good time, especially when there are burgers on the grill. This recipe combines my Hellenic roots with a traditional American staple, the hamburger. It is a perfect way to introduce something new to the grill, especially since you will also be grilling cheese!!! The grilled halloumi complements the burger well…
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ADANA KEBOB
Kebobs are so simple to make and, while they may be small, they pack so much flavor. They can be eaten as is, or made into a pita sandwich. What I love about kebobs, is the juiciness that they have. This recipe I created can be used to make the kebobs both outside on the…
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MEATLOAF
I never had meatloaf before until I moved to this country. The name is exactly as it suggests: a loaf of meat. How delicious! The key to making a tasty meatloaf is for it to be juicy, as the meat can become dry when baking. That can be accomplished by using some good olive oil,…
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CHICKEN MARBELLA
The Chicken Marbella has to be one of the most enigmatic dishes I have both cooked and consumed. It is briny, sweet, salty. The chicken is seasoned perfectly with just a hint of spice to enhance the salty/sweet combination of the dish. For my take on the recipe, I used dried apricots instead of prunes…
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EXTRA CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN DINNER
There’s very few meals that I can eat that genuinely put a smile on my face with each bite. Crispy fried chicken is one of those meals. For the recipe below I give you simplified step-by-step instructions on how to make a delicious crispy fried chicken dinner for you, your family, and your friends. Trust…
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BAILEY’S BREAD PUDDING
Do you have some leftover, somewhat stale and dry bread? Do you know what to make with it? Most people opt to add some herbs and make their own homemade breadcrumbs, however, there is a much, much tastier option: Bread Pudding. My recipe for bread pudding takes your boring, dry, old bread and converts it…
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CHICKEN FAJITAS
A quick and easy dinner (or lunch) idea is cooking up some fajitas. Not only are fajitas simple and versatile to make, but assembling them as you are getting ready to eat them makes the meal even more fun, especially if you have kids in your family. You can substitute the protein to whatever you…
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Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake
It’s Autumn and the end of the Summer harvest, which means it’s time for colder weather, sweaters, and pumpkin flavored sweets. This takes a classic favorite, Pumpkin Spice, and incorporates it into a sweet, and creamy cheesecake. It’s a dessert that can be served from the early days of September and even included at your…
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