SERVES 8 Prosciutto e melone is a classic Italian appetizer, perfect for a summer party. I chill my cantaloupe before making this dish to make it extra refreshing. The fresh ground black pepper adds the perfect amount of heat and complexity to this simple appetizer….
SERVES 12 (2 per person) Figs are harvested twice a year in California, in early summer and late summer or early fall. I always grab a basket or two as soon as I see them at the market. In my opinion, not many other fruits can compete with the sweet flavor and the…
SERVES 12 When most of us think of a Middle Eastern eggplant appetizer, baba ghanoush comes to mind. Although it’s a fantastic dip, my favorite Middle Eastern eggplant dish is the lesser-known ikra. The recipe for ikra varies from household to household, and even…
SERVES 6 TO 8 Liver is rich in iron and other minerals, choline and B vitamins, especially vitamins B6 and B12. In addition, it’s a good source of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D and K. Heart is a rich source of Coenzyme Q10 and a helpful substance that supports many…
SERVES 4 Pimientos de Padrón are small green peppers from the Galicia region of Spain. I first learned about Padrón peppers while strolling through the farmers’ market with a girlfriend who frequents Spain. She told me they were delicious fried with olive oil and…
SERVES 10 (2 PER PERSON) I usually prep these, stage them in the oven and turn the oven on as soon as the first dinner guests arrive. Greeting guests with warm, gooey cashew cream, crunchy bacon and sweet dates always impresses them. These are usually gone within…
SERVES 8 Baba ghanoush offers a brilliant balance of flavor and texture. It is simultaneously light and creamy, and the roasted eggplant offers a hint of smoke. The tahini adds depth and body, while the olive oil lends a fruity finish. As you make this dish several…
ERVES 10 Ingredients 2 avocados, peeled and pitted ВЅ cup cacao powder ВЅ cup honey 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ВЅ teaspoon salt ВЅ teaspoon orange extract Preparation 1.В В Blend avocados, cacao powder, honey, coconut oil, vanilla and orange…
MAKES ENOUGH FOR ONE 9X13 SHEET CAKE OR 8 CUPCAKES Ingredients ВЅ cup honey 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted and cooled 4 tablespoons coconut milk 1 cup unsweetened, shredded coconut Preparation 1.В В In a medium bowl, whisk the honey, melted coconut oil, and coconut…
MAKES ENOUGH FOR ONE 9X13 SHEET CAKE OR 8 CUPCAKES Ingredients ВЅ cup honey 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted and cooled 4 tablespoons coconut milk 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut ВЅ cup pecans, chopped Preparation 1.В В In a medium bowl, whisk the honey, melted…
MAKES EIGHT OUNCES OF JAM Ingredients 3 cups frozen berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, apricots, blackberries, etc.) в…” cup honey 1 to 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice (juice of about 1 lemon) Preparation 1.В В Place a small saucepan over medium heat….
SERVES 1 Ingredients в…“ cup coconut milk 3 ice cubes 1 teaspoon water ВЅ teaspoon cacao powder ВЅ tablespoon honey or palm sugar Вј teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation 1.В В Heat water, cacao powder, and honey in a small saucepan until boiling. Whisk in palm sugar,…