Archives: Jun '13

 

Smothered Smoked Paprika Chicken

I have been pretty curious about smoked paprika and recently decided to give it a try.  I am in love with the  distinctive smokiness that accentuates just about any dish. I have used regular paprika in the past, however it really doesn’t float my boat, but the smoked paprika takes any dish to higher heights.…

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June 28, 2013

Ackee with Callaloo and Chicken Breast

Did you know that ackee paired with chicken is an excellent choice? I’m here to let you know that Ackee doesn’t have to be eaten with salt fish, all the time. Be creative. Be inspired. Think outside of the box. I love playing with my food. Food should be celebrated, all day everyday, and I…

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June 26, 2013

Chunky Marinara Butternut Squash Sauce

As I gradually evolve into a food conscious naturalista; a natural food, whole foods diva, I have become even more disciplined. I’m totally flabbergasted at the self discipline that I have developed throughout my journey.   I try my  “damndest” at preparing all that I can from scratch, by avoiding and limiting processed foods. It’s…

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June 26, 2013

Cinnamon Almond Cranberry Butter

Guess who done went and made some almond butter? Yeah, I did it again. I did the damn thing baby. I finally made my own almond butter and boy did I wow myself! I know, you’re probably saying, this diva takes this “cook from scratch” preaching to another level, but ….dah almond butter yah tun…

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June 16, 2013

Braised Oxtails with Burnt Cow Skin

With much excitement in his voice, my sons’ dad said to me, “Angie, mi go over mi uncle yard, and him cook a piece a oxtail deh!” So hear me wid my inquisitive self, “weh him put in dere?” Him seh, “cow skin.” Immediately I began to salivate. I could taste the gelatinous gravy from…

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June 15, 2013