Thirty years ago, after my junior year abroad in Mérida, Mexico, I began to experiment with my own take on a regional dish known as chilaquiles. From a mix of sweet peppers, tomatoes, and onions, I stumbled across a rich sauce to use for my (more).
Tuscany is where I first fell in love with this region’s take on that legendary dish, minestrone soup. Who cannot love the creamy consistency of Italian’s homegrown borlotti beans, the vitamin-packed leaves of lacinato kale, and the gritty texture of that nutty yet savory Parmesan? (more).
A staple in every kitchen, vegetable broth, is easy to make and is so much better homemade than with the store-bought variety. Plus, it yields a vegetable purée, which can be added as a thickening agent to add more flavor and body to your soups. (more).
With over 22 grams of fiber and 22 grams of protein per serving, this nutrient-packed salad is a must for vegan and vegetarian eaters and will easily satisfy the average carnivore. Plus, who can resist a good vinaigrette, set off by a punch of pepper? (more).
This robust, aromatic cider has long been a staple in my family’s holiday festivities. It combines the base of Trader Joe’s Spiced Cider with a bag of peppery and smoky mulling spices. Spiked with your favorite rum, this seasonal drink will complement the joyful holidays! (more).
Here, the traditional cup of Joe is given a twist, with the unexpected complement of allspice and sugar to coffee. This is the customary way coffee was served when I was a Peace Corp Volunteer two decades ago in the coffee-producing sector of West Honduras. (more).
I found it remarkable that this vinaigrette was so creamy, provided it didn’t have any dairy. What’s more, the sweetness of the honey tempered the pungent garlic, shallots, and red wine vinegar, while the sour tinge of lemon juice added another level of complexity. I (more).
After a lot of experimentation, here I’ve struck on my palate’s balance of garlic to lemon juice to salt, fine tuning the ratios, so all you need to do is add these ingredients. The result is a chunky guacamole that supersedes all the overly mushy (more).