Gluten-free and vegetarian, these burgers are ridiculously delicious and flavorful. (And by "ridiculously," I mean wonderfully, incredibly, amazingly, and so on.) And it's all about red quinoa from Bob's Red Mill. While I've worked with quinoa quite a bit, I think this is my favorite use of it. The … [Read more...]
Rambutini: A Rambutan Martini Recipe
A Rambutan Martini Recipe -- I'm calling it a Rambutini. Fun! What is a rambutan, you ask? Have you ever seen one? Tried one? I'd seen these jewels before, but didn't know their name until last week when I was fortunate enough to learn about this super cool, exotic fruit from Melissa's Produce. A rambutan is … [Read more...]
Friday Flowers: Gerberas and Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs Recipe
It's October. It's fall. So naturally, it's time to cook with pumpkins and make warm, comforting one-pot meals! Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs are a treat not to be missed. And good news, you can make this over the weekend . . . temperatures are dropping! How much do you love it when arrive at a home, and you're … [Read more...]
Roasted Cauliflower With Annatto Seed Oil
Roasted Cauliflower with Annatto Seed oil is every bit as delicious as it is pretty. All of the natural sugars in the vegetable come out as it slowly roasts, caramelizing it to perfecting. And the annatto seed oil colors it beautifully, making it even more pleasing to the eye. Rosh Hashanah begins this Wednesday, … [Read more...]
Summer Wrap-Up and Recipes For Your Labor Day Soireé
This is the perfect time to gather recipes for your Labor Day soireé. Below are a handful of my favorite recipes from this past summer on Cooking On The Weekends, all of which would be fantastic for the holiday! I can only hope summer felt longer to my kids than it did for me! Somehow it flew by. My boys and I … [Read more...]
Grilled Mediterranean Burgers Recipe
These Grilled Mediterranean Burgers are easy to whip up and packed with fresh, delicious flavors. Perfect for a summer barbecue, this burger can be served on a bun, in a lettuce wrap or solo.As promised. . . here is the meat for your BBQ -- in the form of Grilled Mediterranean Burgers! The days of summer are … [Read more...]
Tempeh Wild Rice Pesto Burger Recipe
This Tempeh Wild Rice Pesto Burger Recipe made with Lightlife, makes for an incredibly hearty and healthy vegetarian meal. It's packed with fresh, aromatic flavors and it's subtly sweet from a touch of agave nectar. On our first date, my now-husband told me he was a vegetarian. (GASP!) I am someone who's extremely … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free Almond Joy Cookies
Gluten-Free Almond Joy Cookies are a beautiful combination of the chocolate-almond-coconut candy bar and a chewy cookie. They are made with coconut flour, which is a perfect to make these gluten-free since it matches the flavor profile.The common name for the lily flowers I'm sharing with you today is actually Naked … [Read more...]
Sweet Melon Gazpacho Recipe
Melon Gazpacho is a delicious and refreshing way to celebrate summer fruit. Made with Kiss melons, it's sweet, tangy and perfect for lunch or dinner on a warm or hot day. My 5-year old son has a serious sweet tooth. The cutest thing ever is when he asks me which tooth it is, and why there's only one! I too have a … [Read more...]
Strawberry Avocado Salsa Recipe
Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe is a fresh, unique take on a classic tomato salsa. With a little spice, creamy avocado and sweet strawberries, it's perfect with fish, poultry and of course, chips.Tomorrow is June 21st -- the first official day of summer! Yay! My two boys are very excited that school will be out soon. … [Read more...]
