Recipe Round-up (October 2024)

Recipe Round-up (October 2024)

The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and the first snow of the year is on the way, which means one thing: it is officially soup season. When the weather turns cold, there is nothing better than a warm pot of soup simmering on 

Panzanella

Panzanella

If I’m being perfectly honest, I hate making salads. Especially in the bus, with our tiny counter and tinier fridge, it is such a hassle. One little bin of greens, enough to have salad with dinner for a few days, takes up about half of 

Savory Herb and Lemon Yogurt Eggs

Savory Herb and Lemon Yogurt Eggs

Late spring and early summer always make me think of brunch. What’s better than sitting outside on a warm morning, preferably under a shade tree in someone’s garden, enjoying a nice breakfast and maybe a mimosa or two? This dish of fried eggs over a 

Recipe Round-up (February 2024)

Recipe Round-up (February 2024)

Alright, y’all. Times have been busy finishing the recipes for the second cookbook, so I haven’t been too active on the blog here, but I have still been hard at work over on Food Republic and Chowhound. Here’s a little round-up of some of the 

Albondigas

Albondigas

Albondigas are a typical tapas dish in Spain, little meatballs in a rich, paprika-infused tomato sauce, served alongside a cold beer or glass of wine. They are a perfect appetizer, each bite being a delightful combination of meat, herbs, and spices, all coated in a 

Chicken Provencal

Chicken Provencal

In honor of Les Bleus’ attempt at a second consecutive World Cup tomorrow, here is my take on a classic French dish, chicken Provencal. Skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs are braised in white wine alongside shallots, garlic, tomatoes, olives, and chard, creating succulent meat, tender vegetables, 

Kefta Mkaouara – Moroccan Meatball Tagine

Kefta Mkaouara – Moroccan Meatball Tagine

In honor of Morocco’s historic performance in this year’s world cup, I present you with a recipe for kefta mkaouara, a Moroccan meatball tagine. If you like shakshuka, prepare to be absolutely blown away by this dish. The base is very similar, a tomato-based sauce 

Pumpkin Shakshuka

Pumpkin Shakshuka

I love shakshuka, but it is really easy for the tomato base to overwhelm everything else. If you’re looking for a seasonally appropriate, low-acid alternative (no antacids necessary), check out this recipe for pumpkin shakshuka. The pumpkin base is creamy, aromatic, and delicious, with subtle 

Melopita

Melopita

Melopita is a Greek crustless honey cheesecake. It is also one of the absolute easiest desserts to make. Just mix up a few things, pour it into a pie tin, toss it in the oven, and voila: delicious dessert. The name melopita translates literally to 

Skillet Flatbread

Skillet Flatbread

With all the baba ghanoush that you’re making after reading my last recipe, I am sure that you are in dire need of a flatbread recipe. Thankfully, I have a good one for you. I have been making this recipe for years. All you need