Ode to Cranberry

Photo above: Cranberry syrup on vanilla pancakes I love cranberries and they are not just for Thanksgiving! Here are two recipes that work together and highlight this lovely flavor. Cranberry Syrup   Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 25 mins   Super easy to make and a fresh tart/sweet taste …

Indian Spiced Potato Patties

[Photo Credit] This a a great recipe that is easy to make and to vary. Similar to latkes but with a different taste. Can be a snack by itself, served with chutney or even ketchup, a part of a brunch, or a side dish. The hot tip is soaking the potatoes first in water first. …

Butternut Tomato Bisque

Butternut Tomato Bisque   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 90 mins Total time 1 hour 40 mins   You have to use all fresh ingredients to get the right taste. Recipe type: Soup Cuisine: Vegetarian Serves: 8 Ingredients 4 medium tomatoes chopped (approximately 5 cups) 2 cups cubed butternut squash 1 leek sliced …

Jazz Under the Haitian Sun

I traveled to Haiti three times with my father — first in 1976 for 6 weeks and twice more in 1978 and 1980 for 3 months. The first trip I was overcome, starstruck, by this different land with dark faces and lots of white, smiling teeth; grabbing hands and hungry bellies. It was all so …

Tamarind Chicken “Lolipops”

Tamarind Chicken “Lolipops”   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 25 mins   This is like an Asian barbeque sauce Recipe type: Appetizer or Main Serves: 3 Ingredients 6 chicken drumsticks 4 tbsp tamarind puree (available at Asian and Indian markets) juice of 1 lemon or lime 1 tsp Sriracha …