ALL RECIPES

Mar 3, 2021

Sweet Potato Fries with Vegan Pesto Mayo Dipping Sauce

I discovered sweet potatoes late in life and now they are a regular part of my diet. They are packed with nutrients, flavorful with...

Feb 17, 2021

Garlic Knots (in honor of C&O Trattoria)

Many of my family and friends who have visited, have joined me at a local Italian restaurant in Venice Beach, which sadly, closed its...

Feb 13, 2021

Quick & Easy Mini Caprese

Mozzarella, basil, tomato. A trifecta of ingredients that create a wonderful balance of flavors and is the perfect salad to accompany...

Feb 12, 2021

Queso Dip

Growing up, when my extended family got together, we often had a spread of appetizers that included a cheesy dip we called “rotel” since...

Feb 10, 2021

Simply the Best Guacamole

Guacamole is a must in our house. When I open a bright green, perfect avocado, I feel like I have won the lottery. If preparing a large...

Feb 4, 2021

Sesame Soy Sauce (for Gyozas, Stir Fry)

Gyozas, pot stickers, dumplings- whatever you call them, they are delicious. I have a confession- these gyozas are not homemade. I often...

Feb 3, 2021

Peanut Sauce/Dressing

This sauce is a great addition to a stir fry, salad, or dip for veggies or potstickers/gyozas. To use as a salad dressing, you can thin...

Jan 28, 2021

Baked Pita Chips

We recently ordered take out from a Lebanese restaurant (we all need take out nights!) and they gave us an extra bag of pita bread. It...

Jan 24, 2021

World Famous Hot Bean Dip

I came across a version of this recipe many years ago and it has changed my life! The creamy cheesiest mixed with the hearty refried...

Jan 20, 2021

Eggplant Rollatini

Tonight felt celebratory and I was inspired by the colors of red, white and blue. Though eggplant is technically purple, it held its own...

Jan 18, 2021

Buffalo Cauliflower "Wings"/Sesame "Wings"

A yummy appetizer- or use in a taco for a unique twist. GF and vegan modifications available. Ingredients: · One head cauliflower- cut in...