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How to make Mango Lassi like a Pro! If you are like me then you probably have a sweet tooth and on a hot summer day there is nothing as satisfying as a cold, thick and creamy Mango Lassi ! This recipe is so delicious. No longer do I have to wait to go to the Indian restaurants to get this drink, I can make it at home and so can you. Think of it as dessert or the end…
Homemade Salmon Croquettes Brunch makes me so happy ! What’s not to love about pancakes, eggs, sausages, fresh fruit and pastries in the middle of the day! The other day I was craving brunch and decided Salmon croquettes would make a great addition to my brunch. Not only are Salmon Croquettes delicious, light and savory but they are simple and inexpensive to make. Here is the recipe for my Salmon Croquettes: large 14oz can of salmon ½ cup of flour (…
Afternoon Tea Party Who doesn’t love a great Tea Party ! Here are the Tea Party recipes from my “Afternoon Tea Party” video on youtube. As you may know I love hosting a good party or setting a beautiful table even if it's only for my children. A Tea Party can be set up for two or ten people, It's up to you. In fact feel free to have a tea party for one and make yourself feel special…
Last weekend we celebrated Father’s Day and despite the heat , quarantine and all the social & political unrest that is currently going on we managed to have a great day. I felt a little guilty for not cooking but Kenton my husband insisted he wanted grilled chicken kabob and he had his own recipe planned. I was really impressed by Kenton’s grilled Chicken Kabob which came out really tasty and juicy yet well cooked- he even added pineapple…
Let me tell you something! You need to try this sauce! If you are looking for a dipping sauce, salad dressing, sauce to pour on plain rice or satay dressing for your grilled meats, QUICK and EASY, then this will be your go to ! It is a DELICIOUS, creamy, savory, spicy, sweet and tangy sauce that can be dipped or poured on almost anything and you can make it at home instead of waiting until you go out to…
Yuca or Yucca is something I remember eating as a child in Northern Nigeria We simply called it Cassava and it was often served boiled with a stew. In other parts of Nigeria and West Africa as a whole Yucca is very common and often sold pre-cooked in the form of a flour or flakes called “gari” or “garri” which can be further cooked to make various dishes. In secondary school I remember the Yoruba children eating it as a…
Sometimes you crave something hot, delicious & healthy - Well this is it! Moi Moi is a Nigerian dish, a sort of savory bean pudding served alone or as a side dish. It has been over 20 years since I lived in Nigeria but I still remember how happy it made me to eat it! Little did I know back then how nutritious it was. It is made with Black eyed peas which are a great source of iron, which…
If you have ever been into a Thai restaurant then you have have certainly seen Pad Thai on the menu: a delicious blend of stir fried noodles, crunchy vegetables & peanuts. My family and I love this warm spicy dish. It is wonderful by itself but I often top it off with peanut dressing and a salad….It is so good! What I love about Thai food and many Asian dishes are the layered or complex flavors created using a balance…
Some days you just need a warm hug, a loving embrace or a meal that puts a smile on everyone’s face. There is nothing like the aroma of all the herbs and vegetables, chicken & scotch bonnet bubbling in a large pot on a Saturday afternoon! The anticipation of a nutritious, delicious and filling meal that transports you to the beaches of the Caribbean or your grandmother’s kitchen. You & your family will love this recipe loaded with protein, vitamins…