I must say, out of all the plants and herbs we grow, basil has to be the easiest and the one that grows the most. It feels like almost every week there’s tons of basil on the counter and there’s just so much basil you can eat in one week.…
Appetizers
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Continue ReadingOne of those dishes that has fond memories for me is CooCoo, Callalloo and Stewed Fish. Growing up with my grandmother, this was something that we ate at least once a week without fail. There’s just something about the creaminess of the corn, with the ochroes drowned in calalloo and…
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Continue ReadingWhen the weather outside is frightful, a bowl of cream of mushroom soup is most delightful. But of course, cream is a no no and what would cream of mushroom soup be without the cream.
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Continue ReadingI know I’ve said this before but I have many favorite foods, and among those favorites Peanut Butter and Jelly is right there at the top. There’s just something about the nuttiness of the peanuts and the sweet fruitiness of the jam that calls to me on so many levels.
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Continue ReadingPholourie is one of those dishes that holds very fond memories for me. Add some mango Chutney and you have me at hello!
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Continue ReadingOne of my favorite caribbean treats is Salt Fish Accra. Made with seasonings, salted cod, deep fried and served with mango or tamarind these fritters are deliciousness in every bite. Everyone in my family loves it, but of course, it’s made with flour and deep fried in vegetable oil, everything…