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With the blossoming of spring comes some beautiful produce to look forward to. Asparagus is one of my favorite spring vegetables. Its light and fresh flavor can add brightness to any dish.
Either as a great Meatless Monday dish or a satisfying side, my asparagus with citrus vinaigrette celebrates the best that asparagus has to offer. I like using both green and white asparagus for contrasting colors and flavors. [click to continue…]
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In theme with our “detox before the holidays” recipes, I’m featuring another cabbage salad recipe today. This time I added grapefruit and sauteed shrimp for an extra kick. Salty, bitter, and sweet flavors define this refreshing salad. The tender shrimp add protein, making this dish an appropriate main course. [click to continue…]
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Still wondering what you’re going to serve as a beverage for Thanksgiving? Well, just about every culture has its own version of spiced wine. In Sweden, we drink Glögg during the holidays, which is our version of warm mulled wine. On cold winter nights, there’s nothing better than sitting in front of the fireplace with a goblet of mulled wine. I love the wonderful spices like cinnamon, clove, and star anise, that go into my special recipe for fortified wine. [click to continue…]
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I like holiday recipes that are easy but refined. This wonderful recipe combines crispy potato pancakes with a sophisticated tuna tartare. When you serve this to your holiday guests, they’ll swear it came right out of a restaurant. Although it sounds fancy, it’s super easy to prepare and will leave all who eat this dish highly impressed. [click to continue…]
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Look for a way to end your meal with a sweet treat? Chocolate fondue is a fun dessert for kids and adults alike. This recipe is super easy, but a sophisticated classic that everyone enjoys. The added rum and bittersweet chocolate are a perfect complement for an adult version of this favorite dessert. [click to continue…]
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The coming cold weather calls for a warm dessert and this bread pudding adds a bit of a kick with the added bourbon. This incredible dessert is both sweet and complex. I like to use bourbon, coconut milk, and spices to give this bread pudding a wonderful richness. [click to continue…]
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This cold weather calls for a warm and hearty dish that’s easy to make. A quick stir fry is my favorite solution for times like these. This easy stir fry recipe is actually an Ethiopian recipe known as “tibs.” I added a little paprika, chili powder, and jalapenos for an extra kick to the dish. [click to continue…]
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One of my favorite American comfort foods is cornbread! My Harlem restaurant, Red Rooster, is known in the community for it’s cornbread. In this video, I show you how to make a super fast cornbread with great spices and heat. I like to serve corn bread as a side with fried chicken and other comfort foods.
My jalapeño cornbread is great as a get-together treat, especially to serve alongside party food favorites like my sweet and spicy wings. Click here to watch the sweet and spicy wings video. [click to continue…]
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This is what I call a truly fusion recipe. I was inspired to make this salad by both Asian and Italian culinary traditions. The earthy mushrooms give the dish a great fall flavor.
This dish is great for lunch and if you’re looking for just the perfect treat to top off your meal, check out my flan recipe for dessert. Click here to watch the video. [click to continue…]
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September 15th -October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month, and to celebrate I’m featuring one of my favorite Latin-inspired desserts- Flan! Even though flan seems like a difficult recipe, everyone can prepare it successfully at home. I like how sumptuous this dessert tastes after a nice dinner. [click to continue…]
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