13 Thursday Sep 2018
Posted in Citrus, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces, Vegetarian
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dried herbs, dried orange slices, frozen orange juice concentrate, Greek-style yogurt, lime juice, mayonnaise, Spices
This is the perfect foil for the Caribbean Pork Burger, but feel free to serve it with a pork roast, French fries, a wooden plank, steamed shrimp, grilled chicken or whatever you’re eating at the moment. It’s plain and simple, a great little sauce. Continue reading
30 Saturday Jun 2018
Posted in Desserts, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Strawberries, Vegetarian
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balsamic vinegar, frozen orange juice concentrate, pink peppercorns, Strawberries, strawberry gelatin
It’s always good to have a nice dessert sauce in your repertoire. This is absolutely spectacular made with local berries, when they’re in season, like right now. And you must slice the berries, sprinkle them with a bit of sugar and that’s all you need. But, some years, the berries aren’t quite as sweet. Continue reading
08 Friday Jun 2018
Posted in Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Marinade, Vegetarian
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fresh ginger, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, lime juice, red pepper flakes, Scallions, soy sauce, vegetable oil
The English-speaking Caribbean offers us some wonderfully complex flavors. Jerk Chicken is one of the dishes that’s synonymous with the islands. It’s has a nice kick of heat, is highly spiced and delicious. Thus, making it the perfect summer grilling dinner. You and your guests will love it. Continue reading
27 Saturday Jan 2018
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Blackberries, fresh mint, frozen orange juice concentrate, lime juice, Papaya, Strawberries, strawberry gelatin
Does anyone really need a recipe for fruit salad? Probably not, but I’m giving you one anyone, just in case! This is a particularly nice combination of flavors, and it’s pretty. The lime juice and chile flakes go so very nicely with the fruit. Does that surprise you? Continue reading
01 Friday Dec 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Marinade, Orange, Salmon
Slow-roasting salmon, is simple and allows for more margin of error. In other words, it’s much harder to overcook salmon (or any fish, for that matter). But, it really about the texture. The texture of slow-roasted salmon is silky and unctuous. It’s sexy salmon! You’re going to like this. Continue reading
29 Friday Sep 2017
Posted in Fruit, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian
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cabbage, cilantro, cucumber, frozen orange juice concentrate, lime juice, lime zest, Mango, mayonnaise, pineapple, red onion, Scallions, vinegar
Think of this cole slaw as a “monsoon” of tropical flavors…pineapple, mango, orange…need I say more? Okay, maybe I do, but you’re going to want to slap this on some fish tacos or anything seafood-y. Or just have it for breakfast. Continue reading
05 Monday Dec 2016
Posted in Appetizers, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead
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bacon, cilantro, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, Ground pork, Medjool dates, onion, red bell pepper, Spices, tomato purée, white wine
I can’t believe I haven’t posted this before. Yes, The Goddess was holding out on you, and after you make this you’ll be ticked that she did. But, she’s trying to redeem herself here. It’s time to share. These will grace your appetizer table over and over. The combinations of flavor and texture are just sublime. Continue reading
04 Sunday Sep 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Main Course, Salmon
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coffee, egg white, frozen orange juice concentrate, garlic granules, Salmon, seasoning, sesame seeds
Coffee is essential to the life-blood of The Goddess. If she doesn’t have a cup in her hand, she’s thinking about getting one. Coffee adds a wonderful richness to foods. And well, it just tastes so damn good. Continue reading
27 Saturday Aug 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Pork, Pressure Cooker
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Beer, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, guava paste, Onions, orange zest, pork butt, soy sauce, Spices
Allspice, guava, orange, beer and a pork butt…it’s a marriage made in the heavens. Truly it is. This was the perfect meal to cook in the pressure cooker. Yes, The Goddess has a new toy. Continue reading
09 Saturday Jan 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces
This is The Goddess’s first posting from rainy South Florida, and what better meal than red snapper and shrimp with a great sauce? (Did I mention, it’s all about the sauce? I did…oh, okay!) I had forgotten how often it rains here, but that did not dampen our dinner, the first one together in our little furnished apartment…it’s like we’re newlyweds again! Continue reading
