Category Archives: Grains

Kimchi Fried Rice with Peas and Cabbage

Kimchi Fried Rice with Peas and Cabbage by Alison's AllspiceAfter the photo shoot for this kimchi fried rice with peas and cabbage was finished, I started nomming like normal.  Then, I realized I forgot to photograph piercing the egg (a classic sunny side up egg shot).  I looked down at my bowl, and thought, 3/4 gone is actually a pretty good shot to see what it really looks like.

Did I go back to the studio and capture it?  No. It was too good to stop eating!  It was everything I could do to savory every bite instead of inhaling it in two seconds. Continue reading

Radish and Corn Wheat Berry Salad

Radish and Corn Wheat Berry Salad by Alison's AllspiceFor me, radish is one of those mysterious vegetable that I don’t use often.  I feel like I don’t know how to use it, so I avoid it.  Well, simply put, fresh radish is easy and great in salads.  I created this radish and corn wheat berry salad as a challenge to myself to turn radish from mysterious to delicious!

As a kid, I picked fresh radish from the garden with my grandfather.  I ate them only because I was involved in the process of digging them up.  A radish from the store? My childhood self would have said No way! Continue reading

Pineapple Jalapeno Teriyaki Veggie Burger

Pineapple Jalapeno Teriyaki Veggie Burger by Alison's AllspiceFriends, I seem to have a thing for crazy veggie burgers!  I was inspired by a local restaurant to make this pineapple jalapeno teriyaki veggie burger, and it is a treat!

I recently learned something new.  Nutritional yeast is high in protein!  I have always used it to add flavor to veggie burgers and other vegetarian dishes, but never realized that it was adding 8 grams of protein per tablespoon as well. Continue reading

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms by Alison's AllspiceOne of my favorite foods to grill is stuffed mushrooms!  This sun-dried tomato and goat cheese stuffed mushrooms recipe originally resulted from using up leftovers from the fridge.  It was so good, it became a new favorite recipe!

Stuffed mushrooms are one of those meals that have endless possibilities.  You could put almost anything into a mushroom and it would be delicious.  This also means that they are great for clearing out the fridge! Continue reading

Authentic Cajun Shrimp Etoufee

Authentic Cajun Shrimp Etoufee by Alison's AllspiceHow many of you are etoufee (a-too-fae) fanatics!  (Me!  Me!  Hand raised!)  It’s a marvelously simple yet flavorful dish.  My authentic Cajun shrimp etoufee has been taste tested by many, and today I share it with you. Continue reading

Broccoli Mushroom and Wild Rice Skillet Casserole

Broccoli Mushroom and Wild Rice Skillet Casserole by Alison's AllspiceHave you ever wanted the comfort of an ooey-gooey casserole without the long oven bake time?  A skillet casserole may be just right for you.  This broccoli mushroom and wild rice skillet casserole starts on the stove top, and finishes under the broiler. Continue reading

Norwegian Cod Grain Bowl with Lingonberry

Norwegian Cod Grain Bowl with Lingonberry by Alison's AllspiceI was introduced to lingonberry when I married into a Norwegian family.  It is a tangy fruit, much like cranberries or currents.  I made this Norwegian cod grain bowl with lingonberry and dill to explore some classic Norwegian flavor combinations.

I made this recipe with cod, because it is a traditional Norwegian fish.  However, I recommend shopping for pacific cod, because Atlantic cod is not a sustainable choice, as their populations have been over fished.
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Giant Green Veggie Burgers

Giant Green Veggie Burgers by Alison's AllspiceThis month’s recipe redux theme was Movie Inspiration, because the Oscars are right around the corner!  Therefore, I chose to make giant green veggie burgers after one of my favorite movie characters, the hulk!

This recipe is a great way to sneak in extra veggies.  Broccoli is one of my favorite veggies, but not so much for my husband.  After trying these burgers, he said he never would have guessed they had broccoli in them! Continue reading

Arugula Wild Rice Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette

Arugula Wild Rice Salad by Alison's AllspiceI love to grow arugula in my garden, but the homegrown arugula is much stronger in flavor than the baby arugula you get from the store.  I started making this arugula wild rice salad to tame those strong garden fresh flavors!

The wild rice helps to subdue the peppery arugula by bulking up the salad with a mild earthy flavor (which pairs quite nicely).  I also add cranberries for sweetness, pecans for crunch and protein, and feta for a salty bite. Continue reading

Five Spice Chickpea Clementine Buddha Bowl

Five Spice Chickpea Clementine Buddah Bowl by Alison's AllspiceChinese five spice powder is a delicious blend of warm spices, including  things like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg!  I love pairing these warming flavors with bright citrus in this five spice chickpea clementine buddha bowl!

Before we move on, lets talk about the buddah bowl.  It has become a popular name for vegetarian or vegan dish served in a single bowl.  Usually you see a combination of whole grains, plant based proteins, veggies, and sometimes fruit! Continue reading