Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Calabrian Chili Basil Pesto & Lemon “Cream”

Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Calabrian Chili Basil Pesto & Lemon “Cream”

I know taters get a bad rep and honestly, I don’t know why! Obviously, if we eat anything with high starch and carb content it’s not “good” for you, because those break down into sugars. But anything is moderation is good by me. Plus, I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, being a …

Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Kiwi Glaze

Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Kiwi Glaze

You all know by now that I LOVE supporting local – local produce, local products, local people – you name it! It makes me feel a sense of community and I also get to know many of these folks on a personal level. I especially love local creative food products like Trade St. Jam Co! …

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberry-Jalapeno Butter

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberry-Jalapeno Butter

When I think about the Holidays, warm and comforting foods come to my mind. And by comfort I mean, stepping out of your “diet” regime and indulging a bit. I rarely develop savory recipes using butter as a main or starring ingredient, but this was just too good to pass up. Fresh brussel sprouts, roasted …

Indian Bhaingan Bhartha (Indian Baba Ghanoush)

Indian Bhaingan Bhartha (Indian Baba Ghanoush)

Bhaingan Bhartha is a classic Indian dish. However, it is slightly different in every region of India. The one we traditionally make at home is a Maharashtrian, and most similar to the South-Indian version of Bhaingan Bharta. I love this dish in the summer because it can served at room temperature or cold. It is …