Dutty Gal gone Wild Mackerel

 When parents are strapped for money, mackerel in tomato sauce is the go to meal that is satisfying without guilt.  Most Jamaicans can relate to this staple. As a child, I enjoyed eating tin mackerel with dumplings. To be quite honest, I’m not a huge fan of canned mackerel. Even though there are so many…

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June 18, 2014

Avocado Banana Pineapple Smoothie

Two months after my surgery, the endometriosis returned and you best believe I wasn’t the least bit happy about it. When the  surgeon told me that my only other option was to remove my uterus, I knew that I it was time to take my health into my own hands. I refuse to go under…

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June 18, 2014

Roasted Rosemary Cauliflower with Purple Potatoes and Carrots

Consuming vegetables on a regular basis can be challenging to some, but that’s probably because you may not be preparing it with as much love as you should, or you the technique used may not have been suitable for that specific food. I have a quick fix for that: Roast Your Veggies. Over the years, I…

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June 17, 2014

Rosemary Lemon Chicken with Luscious Salad and Turmeric Rice

In all its herbaceous glory,  rosemary is one of my favorite herbs that always seem to be on my mind; and my mind was set on roasted chicken, which HAD to be adorned with rosemary and lemon.  The zest and juice of  lemons adds beautiful citrus flavors to my chicken.  I swear, big flavors must be my middle name.  I…

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June 17, 2014

Curry Shrimp with Broccoli

I’m feeling like a spice goddess right about now. I’ve been toasting up my spices and running them though my coffee grinder.  I’ve used it to the point where the poor coffee grinder grinds no more, and I’m feeling rather barren without it. I can’t wait for a new one that will last FOREVER. In…

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June 7, 2014