Layer the creamiest, dreamiest, perfectly sweet, rich-yet-light mascarpone cream among espresso + Kahlúa + rum soaked ladyfingers. Douse in cocoa powder. I can't even. This classic Italian Tiramsu is to. die. for. It's literally perfect. I want to eat it everyday. My mom's friends are the most thoughtful, creative people ever. They threw the most perfect and personalized bridal shower for me almost three years ago. (Time flies!! Was it … [Read more...]
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Rotkohl – German Red Cabbage
I love food traditions. Food is love and love is family and family is memories and memories are food. It's full circle here people. Feel the love. This is one of those food is love dishes. One of the huge reasons I blog is to record these memories. One of my very Italian grandmothers (who cooked everything from scratch) passed away when I was in high school... long before I had the thought to document her recipes. Her Italian wedding soup, … [Read more...]
Shredded Brussels Sprout and Kale Salad
Are you ready for a hearty yet light fall and winter salad?? Simply combine orange juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, shallot, salt and pepper in a jar and shake. Hello, salad dressing. Make the dressing up to 1 week in advance and store in the fridge and you're golden. In fact, the flavors are even better when the dressing has time to marinate in itself for days. When you're ready to serve, shred kale and Brussels sprouts. I used a sharp … [Read more...]
Candied Yams and Plantains
I can't stop thinking about this dish. I've been craving it since it was gobbled up. I served this as an alternative to traditional candied yams at Thanksgiving this year. This dish will NOT be exclusively served for Thanksgiving my house! I can't wait to make it again. Have you cooked with plantains before?? I love them for their variety and nutrition. Variety because I get bored always eating the same 'ol thing. Don't you?? Think of … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Menu – Recipe Roundup!
Soooo as I mentioned in my last post, I wasn't able to share with you Thanksgiving recipes (besides BreakingFall, the best cocktail ever) before the holiday. Working a new full-time job and moving on top of trying to have a life and take some time for myself won over stressing out. So alas, this will turn into a Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup... a recap of this year's menu, and the best Thanksgiving Menu Plan for years to come!! I'm … [Read more...]
BreakingFall – Bourbon Cocktail Recipe
I. NEVER. In my wildest dreams. Would have imagined. That my first cocktail published on this little 'ol food blog would be a bourbon cocktail. Heck, I barely know the difference between whiskey and bourbon. I know enough to know they're related, how's that?? Whiskey/ bourbon makes me shiver. To me, it's like vodka and gin because when I take a sip of any one of those three liquors, I shudder. I swear they send shivers down my spine. I'm … [Read more...]
Salmon En Croute
Sometimes there's a benefit to my need for background noise. I like to watch shows or listen to music while I'm cleaning the kitchen, folding laundry, or doing other chores I don't always get excited about. It's not very mindful of me to do that, but as I said, sometimes there's benefits. For example, I don't waste really good shows for this. I reserve those for when I can prop up my feet, cuddle with my man, and sink into an episode. I … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Chip & Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Ooooh these cookies. They have almost become known as "THE Cookies" over the years. They are by far one of the best cookies I've ever eaten. The name of them is quite long, so maybe the nickname The Cookies works out well. Or PB-3C Cookies? I don't know that might sound a little too much like "PVC pipe" to me. Or maybe I've just been spending too much time doing Crossfit. Over Valentine's/President's Day weekend we had some friends coming to … [Read more...]
Christmas Breakfast Casserole
First of all, Happy Holidays! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and is having a great holiday season so far. Coming up on the new year, my wedding anniversary now, I am more excited than usual. I can't wait to relive the day (by my mom and Adrianne of Adrianne Elizabeth Events) through our pictures courtesy of Red Gallery Photography and videos courtesy of Studio Z Films!! … [Read more...]
Butternut Squash Gratin
Wow. Through creating this recipe, the creamiest, tastiest paleo cream sauce I've ever made (that doesn't taste like straight coconut milk... I hate that!) was born. If you're looking for a creamy, comforting side dish to replace traditional ones for your Thanksgiving table look no further. … [Read more...]
Mango Sweetened Cranberry Chutney
Cranberry chutney is one thing I don't feel like I see anywhere outside of Thanksgiving. I'd usually have a bite or two with my Thanksgiving meal, but it was never the star player of my plate. I guess there's something about making it yourself. I ate way more of it than my usual 1-2 bites! It was the perfect pairing with my Herbed & Crusted Turkey Breast. Trying to find a way to sweeten these tart berries without the 1/2 - 1 cup white … [Read more...]
Herbed & Crusted Turkey Breast
Well, it's just about Thanksgiving and so it's time to share some paleo Thanksgiving recipes! Get ready for all three recipes featured in the photo above, starting with this one: Herbed & Crusted Turkey Breast. The Mango Sweetened Cranberry Sauce comes tomorrow, and Sunday will be the Butternut Squash Gratin. If you're having … [Read more...]