26 Sunday May 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian
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ají amarillo chile paste, beets, Carrots, celery hearts, cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, olive oil, Peas, Potatoes, roasted peppers, Scallions, seasonings, vinegar
I adore ensalada rusa, or Russian Potato Salad. When we were in Spain, I ate every version I could find and no two were exactly the same. Isn’t that what makes cooking and dining interesting? This version, which contains beets, if both beautiful and refreshing. Continue reading
06 Wednesday Feb 2019
Posted in Cabbage, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegetarian
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ball park mustard, buttermilk, cabbage, celery heart, jicama, Mandarin oranges, mayonnaise, Scallions, sugar
Slaws are underrated, in The Goddess’s ever so humble opinion. I think perhaps we think they are too ordinary, which is too bad. They don’t have to be. Explore your inner, creative side and slaw away! Continue reading
03 Sunday Feb 2019
Posted in Asian, Gluten Free Option, Soup, Vegetarian Option
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bean sprouts, bell pepper, cabbage, Carrots, chile-garlic paste, cilantro, Garlic, ginger, hoisin sauce, Mushrooms, onion, rice vinegar, Scallions, sesame oil, sesame seeds, Shrimp, snow peas, soy sauce, stock, wonton strips
I was thinking of Chinese food. Truth be told, I’m usually thinking about food, and many times it leans Chinese. I love egg rolls or spring rolls. I was thinking about egg rolls. Dreaming, really. So with the winter chill, I was thinking about tossing together a soup of some sort. And with the Asian New Year around the corner, light bulb moment!!! Why not combine the two? Continue reading
16 Sunday Dec 2018
Posted in cheddar cheese, Peppers, Roasted, Sandwiches
Pimento Cheese Spread is synonymous with the Southern US. It’s everywhere and can be easily purchased in the deli section of most supermarkets. Now purists would have us believe, and they’re probably right, that the supermarket stuff is well, YUK! But, in a pinch, and when you don’t know what the “real thing” should taste like, it’s not too bad! Continue reading
23 Friday Nov 2018
Posted in Brazilian, Make Ahead, Poultry/Chicken, Salads
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apple, cooked chicken breasts, Corn, Dried Fruit, hearts of palm, honey, lime juice, lime zest, mayonnaise, potato sticks, Scallions, sour cream
The Brazilians add corn to things. We don’t usually add corn to our hot dogs, but they do…Yup, hot dogs. As well as, those yummy little potato sticks. So, this is different, but it is a wonderful version of chicken salad. It’s creamy, has a nice pure flavor, a little crunch at the end. It’s just flat-out delicious. Continue reading
26 Friday Oct 2018
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten Free Option, Pizza, Sandwiches
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bell peppers, Bread, eggs, flour tortilla, herbs, Mushrooms, Scallions
Pizza…mmmmm! Is there anyone who doesn’t love, or at least like pizza? And what’s better than leftover pizza for breakfast? You know you love leftover pizza. You can deny it, but The Goddess knows the truth! Continue reading
14 Friday Sep 2018
Posted in Burgers, Gluten Free Option, Ground pork, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Pineapple
This combines flavors from both the English-speaking, as well as the Spanish-speaking Caribbean. The best of both flavor worlds. Continue reading
17 Tuesday Jul 2018
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Imitation Crabmeat, Main Course, Make Ahead, Pan-Frying, Potatoes, Shrimp
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broth, butter, capers, Celery, cooked shrimp, dried potato flakes, Fennel, fresh herbs, frozen peas, garlic granules, imitation crab meat, Leeks, lemon juice, lemon zest, milk, panko crumbs, parmesan cheese, pecans, rice flour, Scallions, vegetable oil
I really do so enjoy imitation crab meat. I know it’s not crab meat. I just like it. It’s never fishy when it’s heated. It has a nice consistency, it’s easy to work with and it just tastes so good. And it was really good in these patties. Continue reading
13 Friday Jul 2018
Posted in Asian, Cabbage, Cashews, Make Ahead, Mango, Salads, Vinaigrettes
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cabbage, Cashews, Garlic, ginger, lime juice, Mango, Scallions, sesame oil, sweet chile sauce, toasted sesame seeds
This is a nice, fruity and lighter version of cole slaw. In summer, I like to add mango, pineapple, peaches, or nectarines to cole slaw. I dress this version with a sweet chile vinaigrette, which compliments the fruit just ever-so nicely. It’s summery. 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
