During the holidays almost every dinner table will have some type of cranberry sauce. This sauce is super easy to make and you will not want to buy store bought any more. The taste is superb and you can make it in 15 minutes. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants and nutrients so they are definitely […]
I love cooking with mushrooms. They are a fungus and a favorite of many kitchens around the world. According to the US Department of Agriculture, over 97% of the mushrooms produced in the US are the bottom mushrooms, portobello, and crimini mushrooms. About 87 percent of all mushrooms are grown in California and Pennsylvania. Mushrooms […]
Chocolate chip cookies are a favorite all year round especially during the holidays. Enjoy this quick and yummy recipe for soft baked chocolate cookies the entire family with love. Ingredients 8 oz vegan Myoko butter 3/4 cup of oats 1 1/2 cups pastry / spelt flour Pinch of Pink Himalayan salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda […]
Sweet potatoes are definitely one of my favorite root vegetables. It is a staple in my pantry throughout the year and even more during Thanksgiving. They are grown world wide so it’s a vegetable that is loved internationally. Moving away from the Caribbean I have not been able to find the variety that I grew […]
Succotash is a Narragansett Indian word meaning “broken corn kernels”. It is a beautiful blend of corn, lima beans and other vegetables. A burst of flavor and nutrients in one dish. The dish is very low in cholesterol, fats and a great source of thiamin, iron and fiber. Ingredients 1/2 bag frozen Sweet Corn 1 […]
I grew up eating plantains in Dominica with almost every meal. I absolutely love the sweet flavors of the fruit. It can be eating green or ripe. When green traditionally we add to soups or friend as chips. Many cultures around the world boil the fruit when ripe, roast with its skin on an open […]
Ingredients: 1 small purple cabbage 3 tri colored large carrots 1 large beet Pinch of seasoning Fresh lemon juice Directions: Farrah La Ronde-HutchisonFarrah was born on the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, Dominica. An island, known for its rich biodiversity, cultural heritage, and extensive centenarian population. Dominica instilled in her a respect for nature, the […]
Ingredients 2 cups of cooked chickpeas ( soft and tender ) 1/4 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt 2 tbsp. vegan organic mayonnaise 1 tsp. turmeric seasoning Dash of Black Pepper Dash of Cardamom 1 crushed small garlic clove 1/2 tsp. Cumin 1/4 tsp Corriander 2 large pickles chopped in cubes 1/2 fresh lemon juice optional: 1/4 […]
Cabbages are one of the most popular vegetables globally. Almost every culture around the world uses cabbage in different traditional dishes. According to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, 78 percent of the nation’s total cabbage in the US (fresh market and processing) is produced in five states, California, Wisconsin, New York, Florida, and Texas. Cabbage […]
Spinach is very rich in iron and a must have in every home. An excellent green to add to any recipe, smoothie or pastry. Freeze your spinach to store for longer periods and to add to your morning smoothie. Spinach Pesto Noodles 4 Cups of spinach 1 Cup of water 20 Basil leaves 1/2 medium […]