This sandwich is a staple that is so easy to make and perfect to cool off with in the middle of a hot day. The hummus adds a bit of protein and creaminess to complement the crisp and cool veggies, while also giving you an opportunity to experiment with different flavors.
Mango Curry
Ingredients
Makes 3 servings
3 medium green mangoes
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves of garlic, finely diced
1 inch ginger root, crushed
½ teaspoon garam masala
Directions
Gathering with friends for some backyard grilling is a favorite summer activity. The smell of food roasting with a refreshing beverage in hand – what’s not to love?! While everyone has their favorites that just taste better on the BBQ, it is almost always guaranteed there will be a few ears of corn roasting.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) has been dubbed the miracle solution by many, from holistic healers and practitioners of natural medicine, to the old timers who know the backwoods remedies. It is easy to make, only takes 3 basic ingredients, serves so many purposes, and can be stored indefinitely. Some people choose to pasteurize their ACV to be sure it will keep, while others do not find this step necessary. I suppose it is up to the individual; just be sure and do your own research.
It’s officially berry season, which is why right now is the perfect time to make jam. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients equals a flavorful jam that you can eat right now or store for winter when berries are, well, not so fresh.
This activity is not only fun for the culinary adventurous, but also for the child in all of us that loves running through a field of berries and picking until our hands simply can’t anymore. Growing up in Kansas, I spent many summer days visiting berry-picking farms. And if you’re lucky enough to grow your own berries, then this activity is a no brainer.
When I was in high school I worked as a soda jerk in an old fashioned soda fountain. It had a pharmacy in the back, operated by an older man who resembled Colonel Sanders - white hair, white jacket, and always a mildly amused expression. While he served prescriptions in the back, we served ice cream in the front. Ice cream came from the dairy business across the back alley and included all the usual culprits: vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, black walnut, bubblegum, butter pecan, and my favorite, spumoni.
Authentic Indian Recipes Direct from Mumbai
Cooking authentic Indian food is actually much easier than many people realize. Indian buffets at restaurants are hit or miss, and nothing beats home cooking -- no matter what country it originates from. Utilizing spices, having the right kitchen gadgets, and possessing a sense of adventure are all you need to create mouthwatering delicacies. Mumbai is the hub of India where an influx of different regions, communities, and recipes merge.
I’ve always loved enchiladas because they’re a quick alternative to other typical weeknight Mexican dishes such as tacos or chili. My mom used to make a version of these enchiladas with chicken, but I’ve since turned the recipe into a vegetarian option with a variety of flavors and textures.
The credit for this delicious and rather eclectic salad mix is in part due to a friend of mine who introduced me to putting apricots (which are currently in season) into a salad. Personally, I would never have thought to add apricots but let me be perhaps the first to tell you, the combination is brilliant! If apricot is not your thing, you can always replace them with blueberries, which are also a tasty seasonal salad addition. Both create a wonderful blend of tastes with goat cheese and walnuts, which will also be a key element in this dish.
“Coffee makes the world go round,” that’s what I always say. And as long as you moderate the amounts of coffee you drink daily, there really isn’t a reason why you should stop anytime soon. I usually drink a cup of coffee a day; I wake up every morning just thinking about that perfect cup. Which brings me to my next point: how to make the perfect cup of coffee using a pour over method. There are indeed many pour over methods, but I’m going to talk about one of my favorites, which is using the Melitta pour over method.