The basis of the African American Heritage diet pyramid are greens like collards, turnip and mustard. The basis of the Everything Bagel & Lox Salad are organic greens but don’t use collard, turnip nor mustard greens. We cook those particular greens for hours for a reason – to make them tender and, sometimes, less bitter….
Tag: Comfort Food
Vegan Ranch Style Beans
Made in a Crock Pot, or plain, old stove top pot, Vegan Ranch Style Beans will become a family staple.
Organic Mixed Berry Cobbler
Just about every ingredient I cook with is organic, which is inherent in the African American Heritage Diet approach. So, because I use the term “organic” herein the title, it has a purpose. The Organic Mixed Berry Cobbler needs to be exactly that because berries are number one on the Dirty Dozen list. The Dirty…
Pozole Verde Soup
This year, I’m excited to take part in Eat the Culture’s 2023 Holiday Recipe Exchange: Party Pairings for All the Holidays! Holidays often revolve around communal moments – sharing stories, laughter, and, of course, food. This year’s roundup is all about those delightful ‘lite bites’ and drinks that set the tone for festive gatherings. I…
Chicken & Herb Dumplings Soup
The epitome of comfort food, Chicken & Herb Dumplings Soup is an upgraded bone broth that you will delight in this Autumn.
Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo
Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo is 10 minute comfort food at it’s finest.
Broccoli Cheese Quinoa Casserole
Senator Kamala Harris was selected to be the Vice-Presidential running mate of Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden today. I had a feeling Vice President Biden would choose Senator Harris however I am not confident he chose an ally that will aid him in defeating Donald Trump. I am proud of Senator Harris potentially making history…
Salsa Cruda
Let’s make this quick, just like the recipe. Cruda translates to “crude” in English meaning unmilled, not refined nor processed. In salsas, the crudeness refers to the ingredients as they are raw and roughly chopped not blended like most other salsas. With that said, Salsa Cruda is assuredly more approachable than Sonoran Salsa but I…
One Minute Spinach
As we watch whatever semblance of democracy we once enjoyed evaporate into the polluted atmosphere, we still need to make sure we our bodies are properly supported and nourished. So, let’s shift the heat from the politicos in Washington back into the kitchen by putting a spotlight on spinach – a vegetable with a storied…
Sweet Potato Brulee
My Organic Sweet Potato Pudding is a favorite of friends and family.
