In a perfect world the people from different cultures would come together in harmony, to enrich and spice up the quality of life on this planet of ours. Turkey and Cranberry Polo, ‘rice’ is my way of bringing together two cultural dishes, with origins thousands of miles apart. This is a delightful dish with exquisite flavors…
ZERESHK POLO BA MORGH
Zereshk Polo ba Morgh is a Persian classic made with Zereshk (barberries), Morgh (chicken), and Polo, which is the steamed and fluffy Persian rice. This is one of the mixed rice dishes that you will find at small casual get togethers, as well as larger Persian dinner parties, weddings and most festive celebrations and holidays….
APPLE PIE
With Thanksgiving only a few days away I have decided to post this special Apple Pie recipe with a homemade crust that I have been baking since college. The double crust is super flaky and is filled with thin slices of fresh apples that are baked with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices. Apple has always been…
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
It is always nice to have a few simple side dish recipes lined up for the big holiday events. There is plenty to do with so much planning that even a little peace of mind goes a long way. With Thanksgiving right around the corner I am thinking of this Roasted Butternut Squash. It is…
CRANBERRY CHOCOLATE BARS
Cranberry Chocolate Bars are easy to make and they are delicious with a gorgeous presentation. They are perfect for any time of year but especially for the holidays. Fresh cranberries are abundant now and are a wonderful addition to any holiday dish from cranberry relish to salads to breads. Their red color is very festive and…
PLUM CRISP
Today I am sharing my special Plum Crisp recipe with a crunchy and buttery toasted coconut, pecan and oat topping. This recipe was inspired by a cobbler recipe that a friend of mine shared with me a few years ago, and I have used the plums from our backyard. We live very close to the…