Onion SoupFresh Sage has a nice earthy aroma to it, which gets enhanced when you add it to your cooking. Unlike Thyme, Sage has a less bolder flavor, which makes it perfect for this Onion Soup recipe, which combines onions, sage, butter, balsamic vinegar and garlic to create a heart-warming flavor in a bowl of soup. The recipe below comes from Patricia via the Technicolor Kitchen, who in turn … [Read more...]
Italian Soup With Vegetarian Meatballs
July 11, 2011 by
Soup with Vegan MeatballsWe got a new BBQ grill over the weekend and we were dying to make something quick to inaugurate it. Grilled sandwiches were the easiest option and we wanted to have a Veggie Meatball sub in quite some time. So we ran to a local whole foods store to see if I could grab a packet of Vegetarian Meatballs - we got lucky, we found Vegan meatballs instead! The sandwiches turned … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Empanadas
June 28, 2011 by
Vegetarian EmpanadasAn Empanada is a stuffed bread or pastry, baked or fried in many countries of Latin America and the south of Europe. The stuffing can be anything, including a variety of meats, cheese, vegetables or fruits, to make Savory or Sweet Empanadas of your choice. I first tasted these in an Argentinian restaurant in Los Angeles. I loved how flaky the crust was, and as they are similar … [Read more...]
Indian Chickpea Bruschetta
June 7, 2011 by
Chana Masala (Chickpea) Bruschetta I had some left-over Chana Masala from last night's dinner, and I was wondering how to use it up in some fancy way. I also had only one day remaining to create a recipe for the ICBINB Toast Ambassador contest. So when I saw some garlic bread in my pantry, I thought, wouldn't it be nice to have something like Bruschetta, where I could use my chickpeas too? And … [Read more...]
Red Pepper Soup With Corn Salsa
May 3, 2011 by
Roasted Red Pepper SoupSoups are always a welcome treat, no matter what season it is. A rich hearty vegetable soup can fill you up for a few hours, without adding too many calories. And one of my all-time favorite soups is Roasted Red Pepper Soup. I have tried several recipes before, but there's always room for one more, so here comes another one by Susan from Foodblogga. I love her addition of … [Read more...]
Stuffed Peppers – Appetizer or Side Dish
April 19, 2011 by
Stuffed Peppers with Veggies Cheese & RiceWhenever we think of an appetizer, we limit ourselves to using quick-fixes like Bruschetta or Fritters, or Dips and Spreads. However, we ordered the Chile Relano at a Mexican restaurant as a side dish, and I instantly knew that this could be modified to become an appetizer using Bell peppers, and would fit with any party menu. I was excited to try the … [Read more...]
Italian Focaccia Bread with Rosemary – Caramelized Onions & Sun-dried Tomatoes
March 28, 2011 by
Everyone loves relishing slices of warm Focaccia Bread dipped in olive-oil pesto or some olive oil and vinegar. In fact, there are so many ways to enjoy this Italian classic bread, top it with your favorite veggies to make a quick Pizza, use as a base to make some Bruschetta, bake it as a flatbread, or eat it nice and warm with your favorite bowl of pasta - this is one bread recipe that never … [Read more...]
Minestrone Soup – Healthy & Flavorful
March 18, 2011 by
Healthy Minestrone SoupThe past week has been filled with chilly winds and untimely showers, and we pretty much have to keep the heat on in the house the whole day. It doesn't feel like Spring, and I want this gloomy weather to go away! Just to warm things up in the kitchen, I decided to make a healthy and filling soup that was loaded with veggies and flavor. And what else, but a perfect … [Read more...]
Paneer & Asparagus Lollipops (Appetizer Recipe)
March 9, 2011 by
Paneer & Asparagus LollipopsWhen it comes to choosing an Indian dish for a fancy gathering, Paneer tops the charts in the ingredient list. Its versatility makes it an obvious choice to make any recipe special. Just like these Paneer Lollipops, the perfect appetizers for a party. This time, I decided to try something new, so I paired it with Asparagus, and besides Indian flavors, I also threw in … [Read more...]
Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries
January 24, 2011 by
Oven-Baked Zucchini FriesIf you are like me, you struggle between eating your favorite foods and maintaining your ideal weight, and the struggle seems to be endless. Trying to stick to one of my New Year resolutions, I was hunting for healthy snack ideas, whn I stumbled upon this lovely Zucchini Fries recipe in Kraft Recipes magazine. I am not a fan of Zucchini, except for a Chocolate Zucchini … [Read more...]
