For most Thanksgiving Dinner is about the turkey, but for me it's about dessert; that last dish that puts you over the edge right into that food induced coma. My dessert of choice is a rich, silky smooth sweet potato pie, not to be confused with the traditional Pumpkin Pie. I take mine on the couch in front of the TV as I fight the Itis off trying to stay awake for the NFL games. I think I'm 0 for my last 5 staying awake. Sweet Potato Pie is kind of a big deal, right there with potato salad at a barbecue. No half step-in aloud. I keep my version pretty traditional but elevate the flavor via use of brown butter and whole nutmeg and cinnamon sticks.
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Imagine tender, flavorful lamb necks, slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, savory brown stew using a slow cooker, with the smooth, groovy sounds of jazz-funk fusion setting the rhythm in the background. Any good soul food menu is going to have at least one neck bone option. Generally it will be one of the big …
There is chili and then there is this brisket chili! Bold and beefy with a complex flavor. This is chili cookoff worthy chili. Smoked brisket chili is the perfect dish for a chilly winter night. The smoked brisket adds a depth of flavor to the chili, and the spice blend warms you up from the …
Step into the rhythm of a classic jazz evening with a dish that sings with every bite: Cedar Plank Grilled Trout. Imagine the smoky, aromatic notes of cedar wood intertwining with the delicate, buttery essence of fresh trout, creating a harmony of flavors that's as smooth as a saxophone solo. As the grill works its …
Savor a culinary daydream with Lobster Stew with Rice, inspired by Tarik Blue's "Dream Flower." Each bite is a harmonious blend of succulent lobster, rice, and tender okra. Related Seafood Stew Posts: Come along on this fantastic culinary voyage with Lobster Stew, where succulent lobster meets the vibrant symphony of Trini Green Seasoning, the fiery …
What’s up my peeps! Today, we bring you a dish that dances between the gentle embrace of a perfectly pan-fried cod and the vibrant flavors of an aromatic curry crust. Picture this: succulent flakes of cod enveloped in a golden crust, tantalizing your senses with every crispy bite. This pan-fried cod with curry crust is …
Experience the vibrant essence of Jamaican cuisine with our authentic jerk marinade. Infused with a fusion of jazz-funk vibes, this marinade boasts bold flavors of allspice, thyme, and scotch bonnet peppers, creating a symphony of taste that will transport your taste buds to the lively streets of Jamaica. related posts: Are you ready to spice …
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Are you looking for a delicious vegan seafood alternative? If so, you won't want to miss this recipe for vegan scallops! These vegan scallops amazingly come close to mimicking the taste and texture of real ones. We'll walk you through every step, giving you all the tips and tricks you need to make sure your …
Are you looking for a delicious way to treat yourself and/or your family while still keeping it vegan? Look no further than this delightful vegan peach cobbler recipe that can be enjoy during peach season or not. Sweet, juicy sliced peaches are combined with the perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and piloncillo (Mexican brown sugar) …
As the weather starts to warm up, I find myself craving lighter, fresher dishes. This cherry tomato salad is the perfect solution for your next summer bbq! It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The sweetness of the peaches pairs perfectly with the tangy feta and creamy avocado, and the Shishito peppers add a …
Beer is the perfect drink for summer. It's refreshing, flavorful, and goes great with all sorts of food. But sometimes, beer can be a little too heavy or filling. That's why the refreshing ginger summer shandy is the perfect beer drink for hot summer days. It's high time you had the best shandy ever, which …
Have you ever had or heard of a Denver steak? Want to know how to make it perfectly everytime? Well, look no further! In this post, we'll give you all the tips and tricks you need to make this delicious cut at home. So steak lover, what are you waiting for? It's a great cut and …
Add smoked chuck roast to your bbq repertoire! Beef chuck roast is the cheaper, less sexy cousin to the ever-popular brisket. It’s a great addition to any large family bbq celebration. Related Smoker Recipe Posts: Add smoked chuck roast aka poor man's brisket to your bbq repertoire! Beef chuck roast is the cheaper, less sexy cousin to the ever-popular …
Waffles should be delicious, but uncomplicated and that’s exactly what these buttermilk waffles are. They are perfect for weekday mornings but so good they are also brunch-worthy. I know chicken and waffles are all the rave, and with good reason, but I actually like mine with smoked brisket as well. Buttermilk waffles make for a …
Baked salmon in foil done the right way - easy, delicious, and perfectly cooked. Fresh salmon is perfectly seasoned with a bold and complex coffee rub that is balanced by the sweet maple glaze finish making it great for weeknight gourmet family night. Mood Music Sarah Vaughan had one of the greatest voices in music. …
Of all the vegetables to be pickled, ain’t other like pickled okra. These are crisp, crunchy, and exotic in flavor. There’s something magical about pickled okra that sets it apart from other pickled vegetables. With its unique texture and tangy flavor, pickled okra is a delightful addition to your pantry staples. In this post, we’ll …
Soul food goodness served up in the form of a sweet potato smoothie. Sweet potatoes are roasted ahead of time and served in a smoothie with dates, strawberries, and spices. This smoothie has an intense sweet potato flavor from the roasting process which provides that caramelized taste and is the perfect dish for a good …
Refreshing take on a classic Cuba Libre cocktail. Fresh mint is added to elevate this version to somewhere between a Cuba Libre and mojito. Most people think of a Cuba Libre and simply rum and coke, but if you’ve ever had a proper one, then you know it’s better and beyond. Lime juice gives it …
Definitely the best ever apple cinnamon oatmeal you’ll taste. It’s creamy, fragrant, and flavorful featuring old-fashioned oats cooked on the stovetop in an almond-milk and apple juice-based broth. This is first class oatmeal. The flavors scream fall, but it's all good, all year round. oatmeal ingredients how to cook oatmeal in fruit juice (step by …
Enjoy this delicious grilled romaine salad topped with homemade buttermilk ranch dressing. It's the perfect side dish for your next barbecue or quick Summer weeknight dinner dish. This salad is a simple no-fuss go to on grill days. For my house it's usually a tide me over until the main dish items are ready whether …
Get your day start with a so fresh and so green smoothie with oats. This smoothie balances savory green vegetables with sweetness derived from fresh fruit and honey with a little punch from the ginger. The oats add both flavor, and texture. During heavy travel seasons when I'm moving all over the map, I always …
Creamy strawberry oatmeal recipe featuring old-fashioned oats cooked on the stovetop in an almond-milk and orange juice-based broth then topped with fresh strawberries for a totally not boring breakfast. Oats cooked in different liquids like fruit juices is some mystical oatmeal brewing ish and one of my favorite ways to enjoy my daily oatmeal. …
A hearty and nutritious lentil stew made entirely vegan and cooked to perfection in an Instant Pot. Full of flavor, this filling stew is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal. related bean stew recipes: Delicious and hearty recipe for instant pot lentils. Lentils are cooked to perfection in a coconut-based broth for a quick …
Simple 5-ingredient carne asada street tacos that deliver on maximum tenderness and flavor. These are perfect for your next Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo celebration. Great meals need not be complicated. Quality ingredients + tight execution gets you to greatness in cooking and these carne asada tacos are just that. They got dope flavor, …
If you're not making and using compound butter, you're missing out on a super-easy way to add mad flavor to any dish from your favorite grilled vegetables, pasta, or any meat dish. If jerk compound butter doesn't say I love you, I don't know what does. I may have to start keeping my love yous …
Easy, delicious red rice recipe for a quick gourmet weeknight dinner meal. Note: post was updated since original date. This red rice dish is an easy and flavorful go-to recipe for us. My Aunt Gail used to make a version served with sausage like boudin or kielbasa. Aunt Gail had about three recipes but her …
Ensalada de Aguacate - an avocado salad that is the ultimate triple threat - flavor, easy, and fun. Just slice, mix, and serve this vegetable side dish. Avocado Salad Ingredients Excluding salt and pepper this is a 5 ingredient salad recipe. Hip Hop icons/producers Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad completed a joint record with …
My campaign to put okra on the map. I love okra. Okra is good for you. Okra tastes good. Eat more okra. If you don't know how, then read this post for recipes and cooking tips. Plus I'm sure you'll learn a bunch of cool facts about okra that I bet you never knew.
Epis is essential to Haitian cuisine and is relatively simple to make at home, and it can be easily customized to your own taste preferences. If you're looking for a way to add some extra flavor to your meals, epis seasoning is definitely worth trying. Get ready to groove your taste buds with the soulful …
Sorry I'm a little late with this post, but it's actually an annual Kwanzaa celebration recipe. After hosting Christmas dinner, mentally I'm content to ride with leftovers for a few days. However, with Kwanzaa, there is no rest for the weary. Therefore I go with simple, low involvement recipes such as this Piri Piri Shrimp. It's usually an appetizer on my menu, but can easily be made for a fancy weeknight main dish.
Easy, quick and complex homemade syrup sans the high fructose corn syrup. Humble moments led me to make this syrup recipe. Stuck in the house and short on groceries, so had to go back to my roots and improvise. Funny thing is I used to work for one of the bigger syrup brands …
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February kicks off Black History Month, and I'm excited to be participating in a Virtual Potlock with 27 other food bloggers. My contribution is this Nashville Hot Shrimp Sandwich which is a mashup of Japanese and Southern cultures. Look closely and you'll notice an actual plump shrimp cutlet instead of fried chicken thigh. The fried shrimp is then dipped in a spicy chili oil for additional flavor. And oh yeah, there is a history lesson in this post. Did you know as early as the 1500s Japanese had an African Samurai?
For a nice change-up to sweet potato Thanksgiving recipes try this simple, low prep hasselback sweet potatoes dish. This doesn't have to be a special occasion dish, as it easily works for a weeknight side. I've been experimenting more with ghee (claried butter) lately in some of my dishes. Ghee is a great cooking oil that I jokingly refer to as super butter since its both lactose and casein free, has a high smoke point (aka you can cook it at high heat levels without it browning/burning), and is rich and complex in flavor. Celebrate the life of the great Roy Hargrove with me by cooking to my favorite track "Strasbourg/St. Denis" which is my favorite song by his quintet.
Indulge your taste buds in a culinary masterpiece with our Creamy and Smoky Roasted Red Pepper Sauce. A harmonious blend of velvety texture and bold smokiness, this sauce elevates any dish to gourmet heights. Versatile and irresistible – a true flavor enhancer in every spoonful! Related Sauce Posts This balanced vegan roasted red pepper sauce …
For those who want to enjoy Summer's best fruit beyond a cold slice or fruity drink, this is a great alternative. With the appearance of Ahi Tuna, the texture and mouthfeel of a medium rare ribeye, this finished roasted watermelon steak is a great fancy appetizer and main ingredient for a summer salad. Summertime doesn't …
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A pan seared scallops recipe that pairs perfectly cooked scallops with a sauce to die for. Perfect for a weeknight splurge or gourmet date night. Full confession, I made these scallops as an excuse to use my leftover pear cream sauce. Pear is mild in flavor, but there is just enough there that provides that …
Stewed Okra and Tomatoes - fresh summer ingredients slowly simmered with a flavorful sofrito sauce for a balanced yet Southern classic stew-like side dish. It's prepared the Southern way, but with a Caribbean twist. The best part about cooking stewed okra is the aroma that is produced via the slow cooking of the ingredients which …