I have a question for you today. What are the 7 layers you use in your 7 layer dip? On these 7 layer dip bean tostadas I used refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, jalapenos, and tomatoes!
I feel like the base, from beans to cheese, is pretty standard. However, the additional toppings are something that everyone might do a little differently. Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Gluten Free Dishes, Mexican, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Beans, Cheese, Cilantro, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Salsa, Sour Cream, Tomatoes, Tortillas, Vegetarian
Is everyone ready for their Independence day celebrations? I have got a fun recipe to share with you today, perfect for any patriotic holiday such as the fourth of July, memorial day, or even veterans day! Check out these red white and blue nachos!
I have been scheming up this recipe for about a year. I saw many awesome patriotic dishes last year, but I was surprised at how few savory dishes get the red white and blue theme! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Quick and Easy, Snacks
Tagged Cheese, Garlic, Quick and Easy, Sour Cream, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Every season brings on a new cooking method for the kitchen, and summertime is grilling season! This grilled polenta with fresh tomato relish captures summer with a smoky polenta wedges, and a garden-fresh relish!
I kept this recipe simple, so that it could be adapted to any situation. You can serve this recipe as an appetizer or side, or add some protein to make it whole meal! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Gluten Free Dishes, Side Dish, Vegan
Tagged Garlic, Herbs, Polenta, Quick and Easy, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
Friends! It is finally asparagus season here in southern Illinois! I have a line up of fun asparagus recipes coming your way, and we will start things off with this mushroom Swiss asparagus tart!
Every year I wait patiently for fresh, locally-grown asparagus. Grocery store asparagus that is picked and transported is not nearly as flavorful as getting fresh picked, so visit your local farmers market to find the best asparagus! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Dinner, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Asparagus, Balsamic, Cheese, Garlic, Mushrooms, Vegetarian
I love the crunchy texture of egg roll wrappers, and have recently been researching new filling ideas. Buffalo chicken egg rolls are popular, so naturally I had to re-do them vegetarian style! Meet baked buffalo egg rolls with tempeh!
I love the hefty serving of veggies in classic egg rolls, including cabbage and carrot . Therefore, in this recipe, I decided to keep the classic egg roll filling, but season it with spicy buffalo sauce. Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Asian, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Buffalo Sauce, Cabbage, Carrots, Egg Roll Wrappers, Garlic, Tempeh, Vegetarian
Tapenade (pronounced top-ah-nod) is a french dip or spread made from olives and other flavorful pairings such as capers and anchovies. I don’t stock anchovies as a pantry staple, therefore my garlic black olive tapenade is a vegan version of the classic!
I love garlic, and it pairs perfectly with the olives and capers in the tapenade. Did you know that garlic ranks number two as a highly beneficial superfood (right behind turmeric)? It has been linked to reducing/preventing heart disease, stroke, cancer, and infections (source). Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Condiments and Spreads, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Vegan
Tagged Garlic, Herbs, Lemon, Olives, Quick and Easy, Vegan, Vegetarian
If you like spicy food, you have got to try these chipotle fish sliders with sriracha lime slaw! They have whole chipotle chilies blended into the fish patties, which is coated in corn tortilla chips.
The tortillas chips add nice texture, but better yet, they improve the flavor! The subtle sweetness from the corn compliments the chipotle. If you want to go an extra step with the sweet and spicy flavors, try sweet Hawaiian rolls! Continue reading
Happy Friday friends! Today I am sharing my simple homemade garlic bread recipe. Everyone needs this simple recipe in their back pocket for an easy side!
This recipe is simple, and delicious. It makes a really fast and easy side to go with many different types of meals. Picky eaters will even love it! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Bread, Quick and Easy, Side Dish
Tagged Bread, Garlic, Herbs, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
So, black eyed peas have not always been my favorite food. However, they are said to bring good luck to those who eat them on New Years Day! I love to partake in fun traditions, therefore I decided to experiment with black eyed peas to find a delicious way to eat them.
The tradition comes from the southern United States, so I figured Cajun flavors would work well. I love these Cajun black eyed pea sweet potato cakes, and plan to enjoy them for good luck in the new year! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Cajun, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Beans, Eggs, Garlic, Potatoes, Sweet Potato, Vegetarian, Yogurt
You know, I have really been on a cilantro kick recently! I didn’t always like cilantro, however. I found it to be an incredibly over-powering flavor and never used it in my dishes. It’s funny how tastes change, though. I tried cilantro on this jalapeno tomato and cilantro pizza and couldn’t get enough. I started trying it on other things, like cilantro lime black bean salad, and this weeks sweet potato salad. Needless to say, I’m hooked! This recipe, quick cilantro garlic seared shrimp is a weeknight favorite because shrimp cook in a flash! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Fish and Seafood, Quick and Easy
Tagged Cilantro, Garlic, Lime, Quick and Easy, Shrimp
