Chickpea, Tuna, & Tahini Salad

I have had tuna salad before. I have had chickpea salad before, but NEVER in my life, have I had tuna and chickpea salad together. This is probably due to my lack of culinary exploration and not because I am the first person to think of this. As someone who adores both salads and recognizes… Continue reading Chickpea, Tuna, & Tahini Salad

Flax Pancakes with Berry Preserves

Pancakes were a wonderful weekend special occasion growing up. If I went to the kitchen and the griddle was heating up, I knew I was in for my favorite breakfast. In my late teens and early twenties, when I was overly health-conscious and incredibly restrictive, I gave up pancakes, deeming them too unhealthy for me.… Continue reading Flax Pancakes with Berry Preserves

Chicken Meatballs in Curry Simmer Sauce

This dish is wonderful for the transition from winter to spring. It is nutrient-dense, hearty, and relatively easy to prepare. The flavors take inspiration from Thai curries, but I am not experienced or knowledgeable enough about Thai food to claim this curry as Thai. This curry is definitely catered to my own palette, and all… Continue reading Chicken Meatballs in Curry Simmer Sauce

Hominy Tortillas

Like nori rolls, tortillas are surprisingly easy to make.  Take the time; spend it with your family preparing this simple food.  I hope y’all have fun with this one! Ingredients 1 32oz. can hominySalt to taste Method Strain hominy and pour kernels into food processorUse food processor to grind hominy into dough consistencyIt should easily… Continue reading Hominy Tortillas

Blueberry Cinnamon Smoothie Bowl

This recipe is the product of the modern world, for it would never had existed prior to the Columbian Exchange (and the invention of freezers for that matter).  Old World spice, cinnamon, was first known in Egypt around 2000 BCE and was also grown in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.  New World food, cacao,… Continue reading Blueberry Cinnamon Smoothie Bowl

Masala Patties with Tamarind Chutney

Picture this: you have made the fabulous chana masala recipe, found here, and you absolutely loved it.  It is wonderful, but there are so many leftovers!  How are you going to get to them?!  Have no fear!  This recipe will take your leftovers and transform them into a new creation!  This recipe also uses a… Continue reading Masala Patties with Tamarind Chutney

Chocolate Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

Spring is here!  The flowers are blooming, the butterflies are pollinating, and my blender is making smoothies.  It’s the nature of things.  Anyway, I can’t believe I haven’t tried this combo yet and shared it!  It’s absolutely incredible.  If you’re looking for antioxidants for breakfast (or dessert), this is the bowl for you!  Tell me… Continue reading Chocolate Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

Italian Bean Balls

I can’t remember the last time I had meat balls.  It’s been quite a while.  I might not be the best judge for comparison, but I know these bean balls are delicious enough for any pasta dish.  Try them out and tell me what you think! Note: this recipe uses a food processor.  If one… Continue reading Italian Bean Balls