Roasted carrots and parsnips is a delicious recipe which is buttery and full of flavor. It is a perfect meal for vegetable lovers, but it will go perfectly well with grilled or braised meat. Serves 8 Ingredients: 60g butter 2 teaspoon caraway seeds or cumin … [Read more...]
Couscous Salad
Couscous salad is a delicious dish which goes well with meat. If you do not have dried apricots, you may use raisins or dried cranberries instead. Serves 8 Ingredients: 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups couscous 1 tablespoon olive oil 75g chopped dried … [Read more...]
Shiitake Mushroom and Egg Roll
Shiitake mushroom and egg roll is a yummy dish that you can prepare with your kids. You can ask them to do simple tasks such as beating the eggs or carefully rolling the egg rolls. Feel free to be creative when it comes to the filling. It is best to use a rectangular or square … [Read more...]
Stuffed Potatoes
Stuffed potatoes is a quick and easy recipe that you can make using your microwave oven, although you may use a regular oven if desired. Add more cheese if you want and serve it with sour cream would also make it more delectable. Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 medium sized … [Read more...]
Fruity Coleslaw
Fruity coleslaw is a yummy side dish to any type of grilled or roasted meat. It can also be eaten as a healthy snack. Make sure that the canned fruits have been drained well, so that the coleslaw will not be runny. Add raisins or other fruits if desired. Serves … [Read more...]
Anchovy Garlic Bread
Anchovy garlic bread is a tasty treat that I can eat non-stop. The buttery and salty flavor is so good. I prefer it with some chili flakes though. Feel free to add more garlic if desired. If you want to freeze the garlic bread for future use, all you have to do is wrap it in … [Read more...]
Colombian Coleslaw
Coleslaw also known as Ensalada de Repollo y Zanahoria  is a perfect add on to hotdog sandwiches, burgers or any type of sandwich. It  also a popular side dish served  in fast food restaurants and hotdog stands in Colombia. Makes 3 cups Ingredients: 2 cup … [Read more...]
Ensaladilla Rusa
Ensaladilla rusa or Spanish potato salad is common in tapas bars. It is a delicious appetizer or side dish with a mix of flavors. The capers and anchovy-stuffed olives add an interesting bite of saltiness. Eat it alongside ham, chicken or other meats.  This yummy recipe is … [Read more...]
Chicken and Waldorf Salad Rolls
Chicken and Waldorf salad rolls is a filling snack or a great side to grilled meat. I love the added sweetness from the apples and the flavorful crunch from the walnuts. You may prepare the chicken salad ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This makes a great party … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Casserole
This scrumptious sweet potato casserole gets fabulous flavor from honey and freshly grated orange zest rather than the traditional stick of butter. It makes a wonderful side to white meats and it is great for parties too. Makes 10 servings Ingredients: 2 1/2 … [Read more...]
Colcannon
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish made with mashed potatoes and cabbage or kale. Add some ham or bacon to make it tastier. For this recipe, I decided to use garlic to make it more aromatic. You may eat this yummy comfort food as is or serve it as a side along with grilled … [Read more...]
Spinach Soufflé
Spinach soufflé is a delectable French recipe that can be served as an appetizer, side dish or as a light meal. I suggest that you keep the heat to low or watch the preparations carefully because the slightest burning can affect the light taste of this dish. If you want a … [Read more...]
Picture Perfect Pickled Peppers
It must be my endless love for sandwiches that has gotten me hooked on pickles and pickled pepper relish. I can’t think of anything else that can just put the “wow†in my sandwich other than these lovely tangy spicy wonders. Most homemakers would be skilled in pickling and … [Read more...]
Corn in White Wine
Corn is a common side dish. It can be eaten boiled, grilled or steamed straight from the cob. Corn kernels on the other hand can be eaten as is or they are mixed with other vegetables. Here’s a simple recipe that is easy to prepare and definitely delectable. It is best served … [Read more...]
Tomato Chutney
Chutney is a perfect sauce for fried or grilled food. It is a great idea to prepare a jar of chutney ahead of time. It will easily add more color and flavor to any dish. Ingredients: 850 g Roma tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped 2 medium celery stalks, … [Read more...]
Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a Greek appetizer or dip served with pita bread that can be used as a sauce for other dishes like souvlaki. Other variations use mint instead of dill, while some even add sour cream. The cucumbers make this dish refreshing. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons … [Read more...]
Spring Vegetable Parcels
Cooking each guests Vegetables in their own Paper parcel keeps the flavour in the vegetables for longer, increases the flavour, looks sophisticated and classy too! Serve it with a joint of Meat (or Fish!), out on the Table, fresh on peoples plates, ready for them to open … [Read more...]
Green Beans with Thyme and Almonds
According to Wikepedia, green beans are also known as French beans or runner beans. They are available all year round and they are best eaten when they are tender but crisp. This recipe can be an entrée paired with potatoes or a side to meat … [Read more...]
Minced Pork Lettuce Wraps
I enjoy meat wrapped in lettuce. I am not sure if it is the taste or if it is the novelty of wrapping the meat before munching on it. If you are not a big fan of pork, you can use chicken or even duck meat. You can also add more vegetables or crispy noodles if you … [Read more...]
Kani Salad
Kani refers to imitation Japanese crab sticks. It does not contain any crab; instead it has flavoring. Kani salad  is a common appetizer you can find in most restaurants that serve Japanese food. It is a personal favorite. It makes a good sandwich filling as … [Read more...]