Rice, Grains, Noodles

Cold Stuffed Tomatoes from Turkey

Outside of traveling and tasting throughout the Mediterranean region over the years, I learned much of what I know about...

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Vegetable Paella

I am proud of my Spanish ancestry and subsequently I am drawn to the colorful cuisine of Spain. My 5th...

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Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh is a Mediterranean bulgur, cracked wheat, salad. In middle eastern countries it is more about the parsley than the...

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Arroz Verde

Green rice? “Si!” to green rice with the bold flavors of cilantro and poblano peppers. There are many varieties of...

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Dolmas

Cooking with friends and family is so gratifying, especially when you are preparing something like dolmas or dumplings that feels...

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Pasta Puttanesca

This is an earthy, bold, Mediterranean style sauce that I make for our family. It’s quick and easy and you...

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Couscous and Vegetable Salad

Many years ago I received my first introduction to “health food” at a small shop on Magazine Street in New...

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Vietnamese Rice Noodle and Vegetable Salad

Vietnamese rice noodles, bun, pronounced “boon” are perfect for salads, spring rolls or hot noodle soups. They cook quickly and...

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Salmon Noodle Bowl

It’s cold outside. Even in Louisiana. I want to sit in front of the fireplace with something warm and steamy...

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Sushi Sticky Rice Bowl

This sushi sticky rice bowl is like a deconstructed salmon sushi roll. Teryaki salmon, avocado, cukes and green onions with...

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