Healthy

 

Egg Salad Sandwich

I called out to my grandma that her breakfast was ready. She made my day after the took the first bite and gave me her seal of approval. She said, “Denise, this taste good.” Shortly after my brother and sister had migrated from Jamaica, they noticed D’Angelo’s dad making an egg salad (which he does…

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April 24, 2013

Callaloo with Kale and Beet Greens

Dark green leafy vegetables: Callaloo, kale, beet greens; full of antioxidants; vibrance, richness, energy, light; sustenance of life; a nutritional powerhouse. Leaves of life are true representation of life, glory and abundant blessings. Today I honor my grandma, Ms. Dulcie, the LADY IN MY LIFE, as she celebrates another day in her life on her 86th…

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April 18, 2013

Curry Chicken with Broccoli and Carrots

On my list of fast foods that involves cooking, curry chicken happens to be running neck and neck with all of my other mouth watering dishes. I want you to keep in mind that in addition to being an awesome cook, I am also a food photographer, so it’s natural for me to plate one…

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April 14, 2013

Authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Jerk seasoning may be one of the most commonly used ingredients in my home. I say this often and I will say it again: an authentic jerk seasoning makes everything taste simply superb! Back home in Jamaica, you can easily locate a street vendor selling jerk “something” whether it be chicken, pork, fish or shell…

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April 14, 2013

Cinnamon Flavored Cornmeal Porridge with Bananas, Hemp Seeds and Cranberries

My grandma makes the best cornmeal porridge ever!  I remember the days when I thought that my porridge was “all that” until my grandma migrated to the USA, which was shortly after my son D’Angelo was born. The first time she prepared and placed a bowl of  porridge before me, I was in total awe.…

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April 14, 2013