Spicy Tuesday
Spicy Tuesday – Spanish Pork Tenderloin – 091013
We think roasting pork tenderloin is one of the easiest most delicious ways to make a main dish for dinner – and OH the leftovers! Although we don’t eat meat that often, its so much fun to have a veggie filled, flavorful slice or two of this tenderloin, perfect for...
SPICY Tuesday – Shrimp Remoulade – Mustard Seeds
If you’ve traveled to the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, Alabama or Mississippi you have probably enjoyed Remoulade. We love the slightly spicy combination of tastes and all the herbs and veggies in it. Remoulade was created in France, in the 1800s. You may think about it...
Spicy Tuesday – White Bean Dip with Handmade Pita Chips
Who doesn’t love an easy appetizer than looks and tastes appetizing too? This creamy and flavor-filled AND fast white bean dip certainly meets all the requirements. One of the nicest attributes of the dip is how its power packed with good-for-you ingredients. The...
Spicy Tuesday – Cilantro – Chickpea Burgers
It's definitely that “Burger” time of the year. We are all looking forward to quick, fast and delicious meals that can ease the transition from the end of summer to back to school. Vacations are winding down, kids are choosing backpacks and deciding just how they are...
Spicy Tuesday – OREGANO – Mediterranean Red Rice – 081313
Funny to say – but true! If you can boil rice you can make this flavorful, colorful and delicious side dish, inspired by bright cuisines of the Mediterranean. Tomatoes and peppers are an important part of warm weather foods, and this recipe includes both. The garlic...
Spicy Tuesday – Cinnamon – African Spice Dip – 080613
There is nothing better than spices that blend together and make a wonderful seasoning mix. And Dukkah is no exception. This recipe will make a little more than a half cup of warm, aromatic and delicious spices that are a perfect compliment to fruit, chicken or...
Spicy Tuesday – MINT – Fresh Mint Fruit Salad
If you live in the South, chances are that when someone says mint – you think iced tea. Its ubiquitous down here, paired with tea so sweet that when you drink it, your teeth hurt from the sugar. We’re not talking tea here this week, but pairing fresh mint with fruit...
Spicy Tuesday – Basil – Better than Caprese Salad Skewers – 072313
Looking back over the last few months, we realized that basil has been a real superstar and frequently mentioned herb in our Spicy Tuesday blog. But, why not? The basil in home gardens is reaching its peak right now, and the aroma can capture the kitchen – whether or...
Spicy Tuesday – Patatas Bravos – Angry Potatoes with Smoked Spanish Paprika – 071513
Spicy, Aromatic and a wonderful appetizer or side dish, Spanish Angry Potatoes are easy to make and wonderful to share. The traditional preparation of this dish uses only white potatoes and those potatoes are fried. We’ve lightened up the dish and made it better for...
Spicy Tuesday – Summer Salmon Pasta Salad – 070913
Ahh, summer time and the living is easy. But if you are already getting tired of the same old dinner coming off the grill, here’s a super alternative that is healthy, easy and fast. Like “cooking ahead”? Here’s a great way to prepare for tomorrows dinner tonight! Wrap...
Spicy Tuesday – Easy and Crowd Pleasing Basil, Tomato and Mozzarella Salad – 070213
What’s better than the smell of garden fresh basil, fat red tomatoes and balsamic vinegar? We love this salad that captures the essence of warm summer evenings with family and friends. Our herb for this week is beautiful basil. The unique array of active constituents...
Spicy Tuesday – Avocado, Tomato and Hearts of Palm Salad – Chives!
Did you know that Hearts of Palm are enjoyed in many different countries? Anywhere palm trees grow, people have figured out how to harvest the soft delicious center to add to salads, soups and sautés. Our salad today is inspired by the wonderful cuisines of India....
Spicy Tuesday – Basil Mint Coconut Shrimp
We’re big fans of light and fast meals for summer. And this one is no exception, with the shrimp as a flavorful topper for a big green salad. Serve it up with a glass of ice-cold green tea with mint, and you’ll have family and friends clamoring for more. Did you know...
Spicy Tuesday – Cardamom Citrus Fruit Salad
Have you tasted the exotic flavor of cardamom? We bet you have – even if you don’t have a bottle in your cupboard. Cardamom is often added to Christmas cookies, curries and other dishes that have warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon added. Cardamom, a spice native to...
Spicy Tuesday – Paprika – Remoulade with Crudités
THAT time of year is rolling around again – the time when veggies are beginning to arrive at the farmers markets. We begin to dream of fat, ripe, juicy-dripping-down-our-chin tomatoes. Asparagus and crunchy green beans are on offer now and are a great accompaniment to...
Spicy Tuesday! Basil – Leek and Olive Salad
We don’t usually think about leeks as the starting point for a salad, but for a recent class on pre and pro biotics, we chose to use leeks for this one because they are a potent pre-biotic. In other words, they are a functional food. They stimulate the growth and/or...
SPICY TUESDAY – Spring Greens with Buried Treasure – 051413
We love recipes with surprises. This one is no exception! You’ll love this easy-to-make salad with its buried treasure of roasted veggies. You can “cook once and eat twice” with this recipe by doubling the roasted veggies and the dressing. Use the roasted veggies...
Spicy Tuesday – ROSEMARY – Wonderful White Bean Soup
We love highlighting a recipe that has wonderful spices/herbs in it with numerous health benefits. And today rosemary allows us to do just that. The smell alone is often associated with good food and great times. But we aren’t after just a good smell, but great health...
Spicy Tuesday – Saffron – Citrus Saffron Rice 043013
When you think about rice for dinner, the first thing that comes to your mind may not be rice salad. But once you’ve tried this recipe, it will! Filled with citrus and dried fruit and nuts, it’s a treasure of aroma, taste and texture. We love the combination of fruit...
Spicy Tuesday – Cinnamon – Baked Maple and Cinnamon French Toast
Baked Maple and Cinnamon French Toast We love breakfast! Not only is breakfast the most important meal of the day, but it can be easy and delicious all in one shot. On nights when you know a hectic morning is ahead, prepare the dish all the way until baking and put it...
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