Winter Citrus & Walnut Salad
On a whim, I recently made a winter salad because the citrus was just so delicious and ripe that I was actually really craving it. I posted a photo on my Instagram page and it was so well-received I...
View ArticleSpring Green Soup
Nothing says Spring in the culinary world like fresh green produce, although not all of it from this recipe has been grown right in our backyards here in the Midwest. I just love to make a lot of soups...
View ArticleBanana Date Cups for Iftar
I’m probably not the only one whose favorite time of the day in Ramadan is the time when we break our fast. It’s not because it’s actually time to eat; it’s because the sweetness of that first bite or...
View ArticleRack of Lamb with Dates & Moroccan Spices
When I first made this dish, I was apprehensive. I had only ever eaten rack of lamb at restaurants and considered it ‘fancy fare’ for the top chefs to make. Who was I kidding? It’s so easy to make and...
View ArticleSummer Greens Soup with Orzo and Wholesome Chicken Broth
Over the early part of the summer when Ramadan was in full swing, I took advantage of the somewhat cooler weather and made soups for Iftar (meal that breaks the fast). The main reason for that was not...
View ArticleCream of Broccoli & Cheddar Soup
At this time of year, everyone talks about New Year’s resolutions. To top the list, it’s usually about getting fit and eating healthier. I think soups are one of the best kinds of dishes you can make...
View ArticleSweet Potato Soup
Why is it that sweet potatoes only get love during Thanksgiving around here? They’re such a healthy food to incorporate into one’s diet and you can make so much more with them than just candied sweet...
View ArticleMeatball Ravioli Soup
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. During Ramadan, I really love to incorporate soup into my meals whenever...
View ArticleThai Mango Shrimp Skillet
I love really light meals in Ramadan and much of the time those involve fish and seafood. What’s great about this particular dish is that you can actually use frozen shrimp or fish an let it defrost...
View ArticleBeef Tacos
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. For those of you who know me as a home cook or who follow my Instagram...
View ArticleCaribbean Beef Stew
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. This Ramadan I’ve chosen to make a bunch of Latin dishes, mainly because...
View ArticleKey West Cuban Sandwiches
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. Since I’ve never been to Cuba, how could I really say what a Cuban...
View ArticleBanana Date Cups for Iftar
I’m probably not the only one whose favorite time of the day in Ramadan is the time when we break our fast. It’s not because it’s actually time to eat; it’s because the sweetness of that first bite or...
View ArticleRack of Lamb with Dates & Moroccan Spices
When I first made this dish, I was apprehensive. I had only ever eaten rack of lamb at restaurants and considered it ‘fancy fare’ for the top chefs to make. Who was I kidding? It’s so easy to make and...
View ArticleSummer Greens Soup with Orzo and Wholesome Chicken Broth
Over the early part of the summer when Ramadan was in full swing, I took advantage of the somewhat cooler weather and made soups for Iftar (meal that breaks the fast). The main reason for that was not...
View ArticleCream of Broccoli & Cheddar Soup
At this time of year, everyone talks about New Year’s resolutions. To top the list, it’s usually about getting fit and eating healthier. I think soups are one of the best kinds of dishes you can make...
View ArticleSweet Potato Soup
Why is it that sweet potatoes only get love during Thanksgiving around here? They’re such a healthy food to incorporate into one’s diet and you can make so much more with them than just candied sweet...
View ArticleMeatball Ravioli Soup
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. During Ramadan, I really love to incorporate soup into my meals whenever...
View ArticleThai Mango Shrimp Skillet
I love really light meals in Ramadan and much of the time those involve fish and seafood. What’s great about this particular dish is that you can actually use frozen shrimp or fish an let it defrost...
View ArticleBeef Tacos
This is a sponsored recipe post by Knorr® brand. They provide halal-certified bouillon, a product that is used in this recipe. For those of you who know me as a home cook or who follow my Instagram...
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