Beet Caviar

Ingredients 4 fresh beets, washed, roasted, and peeled 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Tabasco sauce to taste Salt and black pepper to taste Chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish, optional Preparation method 1. Roast Beets at 325F for approx. 2 hours or until they give to finger pressure, remove [...]

 
 

Breaded Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients Baked sweet potatoes Egg – beaten Deep fat for frying Pepper Bread crumbs Preparation method 1. Cut boiled or baked sweet potatoes into round slices. 2. Dip the slices in beaten egg, then in crumbs and fry in hot deep fat (375°F) until brown, about 3 minutes. 3. Drain on absorbent paper. Serve hot. [...]

 
 

Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe

Ingredients 10 chicken wings 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon paprika Salt to taste 1/4 cup margarine or butter 1/4 cup hot sauce Pepper to taste Garlic powder to taste Oil for frying Bottled blue cheese salad dressing Celery sticks Lettuce Preparation method 1. Place chicken wings in a large bowl and sprinkle a [...]

 
 

Guacamole Recipe

Ingredients 2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 medium onion, small dice 1 fresh jalapeno, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon minced garlic 3 avocados, peeled, pitted and mashed Kosher salt and black pepper to taste Preparation method 1. Place the tomatoes in a medium bowl. Add [...]

 
 

Bruschetta (Basic)

Ingredients 8 thick slices coarse bread 1 to 4 garlic cloves, halved or peeled and crushed, to taste Extra virgin olive oil as needed Salt to taste Black pepper to taste Preparation method 1. Preheat the broiler or start a charcoal or wood fire. Broil or grill the bread until lightly browned on both sides. [...]

 
 

Pan Fried Tiger Prawns

Ingredients 12 jumbo tiger prawns, de-veined For the rub: 1/2 tablespoon ginger paste 1 tablespoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon red chili powder 1 tablespoon tamarind paste / lemon juice Salt to taste For frying: Cornstarch powder for coating 1 tablespoon butter Preparation method 1. Clean the prawns and set aside. 2. [...]

 
 

Coleslaw Dressing Recipe

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cider vinegar (other vinegars may be substituted for a variety of tastes) 1 tablespoon white horseradish 1/4 teaspoon celery seed Salt & pepper to taste Preparation method 1. Blend thoroughly and chill for about 1 hour. 2. Mix with a blend of shredded cabbage and grated [...]

 
 

Potato Pinwheel Candy

Ingredients 1 medium potato, peeled and cooked 1 teaspoon vanilla 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted 1 cup coconut, shredded 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation method 1. Cut the potato into chunks and mash while adding the vanilla. 2. Add the powdered sugar and coconut a little at a time until fully incorporated and the [...]

 
 

Crispy Irish Parsnips

Ingredients 6 ounces all purpose flour, sifted 4 ounces parmesan cheese, grated 2 pounds parsnips, peeled and quartered lengthways Cooking spray (or olive oil) Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation method 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Combine the flour, cheese, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. 3. Boil the parsnips for [...]

 
 

Tomato Stuffed with Orzo Salad

Ingredients 4 large tomatoes 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted 8 ounces orzo 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and chopped 4 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper Preparation method 1. Cut off about 1/2 inch of the top [...]