Ovengold® Turkey Avocado Sandwich With Bacon: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures The scent of perfectly cooked bacon, the creamy embrace of ripe avocado, and the savory depth of thinly sliced Ovengold® Turkey – these are the elements that transport me back to sun-drenched afternoons and casual weekend lunches. I remember one particular Saturday, the … Read more
Sunshine in a Leaf: My Zesty Orange Slaw Wraps (Raw Vegan) There’s a particular brilliance that citrus brings to raw dishes, a vibrant zest that cuts through richness and awakens the palate. I remember the first time I encountered a truly inspired raw vegan slaw. It wasn’t just vegetables; it was a symphony of textures … Read more
Open-Faced English Muffin Melts: A Celebration of Fresh Flavors There are those dishes that, no matter how often I make them, transport me back to a specific time and place. For me, these open-faced English muffin melts evoke the bright, sun-drenched afternoons of my childhood summers spent at my grandmother’s house. She wasn’t a fancy … Read more
Rockin’ Guacamole (Southwest) There are some dishes that, when you first encounter them, make you do a double-take, a skeptical sniff, and then, quite unexpectedly, steal your heart. This Southwest Guacamole is one of those for me. I remember picking up the 1997 cookbook, Vegetarian Planet, with its promise of vibrant, meat-free meals. Frankly, guacamole … Read more
The Art of the Open-Faced Bagel Sandwich: A Culinary Canvas There’s something truly special about a dish that feels both incredibly simple and profoundly satisfying. For me, the open-faced bagel sandwich is exactly that. I remember stumbling upon a charming little juice and java spot near my old apartment, the air thick with the comforting … Read more
Romaine Salad with Irresistible Creamy Garlic Dressing There are certain dishes that, over time, become not just recipes in your repertoire, but old friends. This Romaine Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing is one of those for me. I remember the first time I tasted it, at a summer potluck years ago, and being utterly captivated … Read more
Roasted Tomatillo Guacamole: A Culinary Revelation There are some dishes that transcend mere sustenance, becoming touchstones of memory and moments. For me, roasted tomatillo guacamole is one such dish. I first encountered this vibrant green masterpiece on a sun-drenched afternoon in Oaxaca, at a bustling market stall where the air hummed with the sizzle of … Read more
The Velvety Secret: Raw Blended Sweet Potato Soup I still remember the first time I encountered a truly raw soup. It was at a small, unassuming health food café tucked away in a bustling market, a place that felt more like an alchemist’s laboratory than a place to grab lunch. The server, with eyes that … Read more
Roasted Corn Guacamole Dip: A Symphony of Smoky Sweetness and Creamy Delight There’s a certain magic that happens when the humble ear of corn is kissed by the heat of the oven, transforming its kernels from crisp to tender, its sweetness from bright to a deeper, caramelized note. My best grilling friend, Courtney, introduced me … Read more
The Verdant Elixir: A Raw Beet Top Soup Revelation There’s a particular magic in discovering a dish that not only nourishes the body but also profoundly surprises the palate. For me, this raw beet top soup was one such revelation. It emerged from a spontaneous kitchen experiment with my partner, born out of a desire … Read more
The Ultimate Roast Beef, Cucumber, and Avocado Wrap: A Culinary Hug There are certain dishes that, for me, evoke a specific time and place with an almost Proustian intensity. This roast beef, cucumber, and avocado wrap is one of them. I remember a particularly sweltering summer day years ago, just starting out in the bustling … Read more
Runnin’ Rebels Ranch Guacamole: A Taste of Victory During my years spent immersed in the culinary world, I’ve encountered countless dishes that tell a story. Some whisper of grand restaurants and intricate techniques, while others, like this Runnin’ Rebels Ranch Guacamole, shout of spirited traditions and beloved teams. I first stumbled upon this gem online, … Read more
Ruby Red Shrimp Salad: A Symphony of Citrus and Sea There are certain dishes that transport me back to sun-drenched afternoons and laughter-filled gatherings. This Ruby Red Shrimp Salad is one of them. I first encountered a version of it years ago, adapted from a Dallas Morning News feature, and it was the sheer, vibrant … Read more
Roasted Garlic, Poblano, and Red Pepper Guacamole: A Flavor Revelation There are certain dishes that, with a single bite, transport you back in time. For me, this guacamole is one of them. I first encountered it years ago, tucked away in a magazine I’d picked up during a particularly uninspired grocery run. The combination of … Read more
Ranch Chicken Sliders #RSC There’s something undeniably comforting about a perfectly crafted slider. I remember a summer barbecue a few years back, where the host, a true culinary enthusiast, unveiled these incredible little chicken sliders. The aroma alone was enough to draw everyone in, a tantalizing blend of grilled chicken, creamy ranch, and smoky bacon. … Read more
Red Grapefruit, Avocado, and Pomegranate Spinach Salad: A Symphony of Citrus, Creaminess, and Jewel-Toned Crunch There’s a particular magic that happens when the bright, assertive tang of ruby red grapefruit meets the buttery, yielding embrace of ripe avocado, all punctuated by the delightful pop of pomegranate seeds. This salad, a revelation I encountered during a … Read more
Oh My Goodness! Cookies: A Wholesome Californian Delight The scent of baking cookies has always been a powerful time machine for me. As a child, I’d rush home from school, drawn by the sweet promise wafting from my grandmother’s kitchen. While chocolate chip was the undisputed champion of my youth, there was a special place … Read more
Roasted Carrot and Avocado Salad: A Symphony of Sweet and Creamy There are some dishes that, with their utter simplicity, manage to capture the very essence of comfort and freshness. For me, this Roasted Carrot and Avocado Salad is one of those magical creations. I remember the first time I encountered it, years ago at … Read more
The Silky Embrace: A Refreshing Asian Avocado Drink There’s a certain magic in discovering a drink that feels both utterly indulgent and remarkably simple, a culinary whisper from a far-off land that instantly transports you. I remember my first encounter with this delightful concoction at a bustling Indonesian restaurant, the air thick with the aroma … Read more
Red Guacamole: A Southwestern Revelation There are certain dishes that transport you back in time, to a specific moment, a particular aroma, and a feeling of pure comfort. For me, Red Guacamole is one of those dishes. I first encountered it years ago, tucked away in a well-worn copy of the “United States Regional Cookbook,” … Read more
A Symphony of Crispness and Cream: The Ultimate Romaine & Avocado Salad There are some dishes that, while simple on the surface, hold a special place in my culinary heart. This Romaine and Avocado salad is one of them. I remember a particularly sweltering summer day years ago, where the heat seemed to press down … Read more
The Humble Eggplant’s Glorious Transformation: An Open-Faced Sandwich Revelation I vividly remember those late nights in college, staring into the abyss of a sparsely stocked refrigerator, a gnawing hunger my only companion. The thought of a proper meal felt like a distant dream, and the ingredients I did have – a lone eggplant, a couple … Read more
The Vibrant Soul of Raw Pasta Sauce: A Culinary Revelation As a chef who has spent decades coaxing flavor from every corner of the culinary world, I sometimes find myself drawn to the most elemental forms of cooking. There’s a profound beauty in working with ingredients at their freshest, their most unadulterated state. This raw … Read more
Raw Vegan Key Lime Mousse: Sunshine in a Bowl There are certain flavors that just transport you. For me, key lime pie is pure, unadulterated sunshine. I remember the first time I tasted a truly authentic key lime pie, the kind made with those tiny, intensely fragrant key limes, not their larger Persian cousins. It … Read more
The Bright, Bold Flavor of Roasted Corn & Avocado Dip There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when simple ingredients come together to create something truly extraordinary. For me, this Roasted Corn & Avocado Dip is one of those culinary revelations. I first encountered this gem in a well-worn copy of Southern Living, and … Read more