Quick and Easy Savory Garlic Spread

Description This is a simple yet tasty garlic spread that’s quick to make and can be adapted in many different ways. It’s a good starter for the beginning cook to try out and then improve! Serve hot with your favorite meal! You can use whatever combination of herbs and spices you like, or even fresh … Read more

Artichoke, Cheese and Olive Antipasto

Description A great way to start your Italian meal! I usually serve it with crusty bread slices that have been toasted in the oven until crisp for dipping into the marinade. Keeps for a week in the refrigerator and the longer it stands the better it gets! Ingredients 3 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, … Read more

Red, White and Blue Deviled Eggs

Description These are a great Fourth of July appetizer! They’re a bit fussy to make, but the colorful presentation is so fun, it’s worth it. Spicy horseradish and smoked Spanish paprika give these deviled eggs a bit of a kick. This recipe scales easily; just be sure to go easy on the salt amount and … Read more

Chocolate Fig Cake

Description Figs, coffee, and buttermilk bring rich flavors to this delicious chocolate cake drizzled with white and dark chocolate. Ingredients 1 cup chopped dried black mission figs 1 cup hot brewed coffee 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup Sugar In The Raw® Organic White 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup buttermilk 1 ¾ cups … Read more

Sweet Pumpkin Seeds

Description My husband asked if I could make a sweet pumpkin seed batch from all the pumpkin seeds we got from carving jack-o’-lanterns. Ingredients 2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds 2 tablespoons butter, melted ½ cup white sugar, divided 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, divided Instructions Remove all the pulp and strings from the pumpkin seeds … Read more

Roasted Garlic Bean Dip

Description This is a rich tasting bean dip or spread that uses nonfat sour cream. It’s great on veggies, pita, crackers, tortillas or just on a spoon. To use dry navy beans, soak them 8 hours, or overnight, then simmer them in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover for approximately 45 minutes, until … Read more

Sago Sabudana Khichdi

Description This Indian snack food made with sago is a traditional favorite, often enjoyed during periods of fasting. Ingredients 1 cup dry sago ¼ cup ghee 2 green chile peppers, chopped 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 tablespoons coarsely ground peanuts 2 tablespoons grated fresh coconut 1 teaspoon white sugar salt to taste 2 tablespoons chopped … Read more

Fiesta Bean Salsa

Description This bean salsa is great for any occasion. It is quick and can be brought to a summer picnic without spoiling! Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped ½ green bell … Read more

Grilled Chicken Nachos with Lime Crema

Description Marinated and grilled chicken breast and a blend of Mexican cheese nachos topped with lime crema and cilantro. I created this dish to pair with Vermentino wine which is customarily served with seafood. The pair worked really well and I had many requests for the nacho recipe. I kind of just did it, so … Read more

Kicked Up Olives

Description Perfect for holiday appetizers or a cocktail party. Ingredients 4 cups mixed olives with pits 5 cloves garlic, peeled 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tangerines 3 slices sweet onion 4 sprigs fresh rosemary ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, or to taste Prep Time: 15 mins … Read more