Culinary Creations and Recipes Archives - Page 6 of 23

How to Throw a Delicious Party that brings out EVERYONE’s Creative Side: the Master Dessert Chef Challenge

June 28, 2016

A year ago, I threw a **surprise**birthday bash for B. In typical “me” style, I wanted it to be 1) fun 2) memorable 3) delicious. If you know B, be sure to wish him a Happy Birthday today!! It was a wonderful team effort – I couldn’t have pulled it together without the love of … More How to Throw a Delicious Party that brings out EVERYONE’s Creative Side: the Master Dessert Chef Challenge

One-Pot Wonder: Spiced Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice

June 2, 2016

Have you seen the newly trending cauliflower rice dishes? Yesterday, I was feeling adventurous and when I saw riced cauliflower at Trader Joe’s, I thought, well, why not give it a chance? We had a friend over for dinner and I brought together some of my favorite ingredients, fresh herbs from my urban garden, and … More One-Pot Wonder: Spiced Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice

Yum Yum sweet & savory & saucy Asian beef noodles (featuring shaved steak)

January 26, 2016

It’s what’s for dinner!I like my meat to be a blend of complex flavors – sweet, savory, with a little heat- with a perfect cook and texture. This dish features some winter beauty foods alongside fan favorites – baby kale, garlic, and onions with orange juice. This took me about 8 minutes to prep, 15 … More Yum Yum sweet & savory & saucy Asian beef noodles (featuring shaved steak)

“All-gone!” Gluten Free Cranberry Almond Cake

November 27, 2015

I’ve been making this for friends and family for the past several years, based on a dear friend’s recipe that I LOVE when she makes it. I’ve been trying different ways to make it even better with special and flavorful elements and this is where the recipe is now! No one knows it’s gluten free … More “All-gone!” Gluten Free Cranberry Almond Cake

Dairy Free Chocolate Blended Shake

September 8, 2015

We have had rounds of end of summer illness around here, and the need for cool, smooth drinks or warm tea has been ongoing. Since lots of dairy is not a good idea generally when one is sick, I wanted to make a yummy treat. Chocolate Coconut Milk frozen dessert- 3 scoops Banana – … More Dairy Free Chocolate Blended Shake