SERVES 6 This combination of roasted apples and parsnips is the perfect accompaniment to my Slow-Cooked Macadamia Rosemary Salmon. INGREDIENTS 1½ lbs/680 g parsnips, peeled and chopped 2 large apples, cored and chopped 1 medium shallot, chopped (about ½ cup/160 g) 1...
SERVES 6 This colorful and versatile vegetable medley can be served with many main courses, and is particularly tasty alongside Sun-Dried-Tomato-and-Fennel-Braised Short Ribs. INGREDIENTS 2 large zucchinis, cut lengthwise then chopped 1 large eggplant, peeled and...
SERVES 6 There are many variations of kuku sabzi. Some include walnuts and dried barberries. The only version I ever knew growing up was the one my mom and aunts made. Their version is a simple one with lots of fresh herbs, eggs, salt and pepper. This dish is often...
SERVES 4 This coconut cauliflower rice is the perfect accompaniment to my Bangkok Meatballs or Steamed Salmon with Curried Pear and Mango Chutney. INGREDIENTS 1 small head cauliflower 2 tbsp/30 ml coconut oil ¼ cup/15 g scallions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ¼...
SERVES 4 When I started the Paleo diet, one of my closest friends brought me some jerk seasoning from Jamaica. I read the ingredients and noticed a few questionable items, so I decided to make my own. This is what I came up with! INGREDIENTS 2 scallions, chopped 2...
SERVES 4 Pomegranates are one of the most recognizable symbols of Armenia; they represent fertility, abundance and marriage. Pomegranate season was a special time for us growing up. My younger brother and I always looked forward to sitting at the dining table and...
SERVES 6 TO 8 Not many meals can compare to a blissfully tender and moist pork shoulder. This informal dish is so versatile and can easily be dressed up with some sophisticated sides. When purchasing lard, read labels carefully to ensure that the only ingredient is...
SERVES 4 While no one knows its exact origins, some believe that the Chinese created five-spice powder to encompass all of the five flavors: sour, bitter, sweet, pungent and salty. These five elements combined create a powerful flavor. The five-spice brings a unique...
SERVES 8 Goat is the most widely consumed red meat in the world, a staple among many cultures but rarely eaten in the United States. I am not sure why, because it is truly delicious! Pasture-raised goat meat tastes more like beef than lamb. Because goat is very lean,...
SERVES 6 I have been perfecting the recipe for a slow-cooker chicken mole for several years. I think I finally got it right! The dark chocolate adds richness and complexity, while the peppers add a smoky flavor and the tomatoes brighten up the dish. INGREDIENTS 2...
