Fried Smashed Fingerling Potatoes So these fried smashed fingerling potatoes were a very happy accident. Super crispy fried potatoes with a soft center, sprinkled with smoked paprika and fresh cilantro then served with Sir Kensington’s Chipotle Mayo. It was so good! Originally published July 1, 2019. Like a cross between a potato chip and French fries. These would be great to serve at a BBQ...
Bacon Brussels Sprouts This bacon Brussels sprouts recipe has turned into one of our favorite side dishes. We love Brussels sprouts because they are healthy and really good for you. Even a quick google search lists benefits like: high in nutrients, vitamins and fiber contain antioxidants contain ALA omega-3 fatty acids helps reduce inflammation even cooked, really high in vitamin K and vitamin C I...
These oven roasted and lightly spiced potato wedges are naturally gluten and casein-free (check your spices) and super easy to make with any kind of potato. Roasted Spiced Potatoes I love making potatoes at home. It takes a little time but they couldn’t be more delicious. And these roasted spiced potatoes are one of our favorite side dish recipes! We have them often because...
fancy green beans Perfect for the holidays, these fancy green beans are dressed up with fried shallots, toasted walnuts and tossed in a simple red wine vinaigrette. This green bean dish is a healthy alternative to the traditional green bean casserole usually served during the holidays. Some of our favorite gluten-free Thanksgiving recipes are the perfect roasted turkey recipe a la Martha Stewart with a...
I didn’t think it was possible, but the taste and fluffy texture of this gluten-free stuffing is just like the real thing using such a simple recipe and one little trick! It’s Time for Some Good Gluten-Free Stuffing Updated: I really wanted to update this recipe to cover some of the changes we made over the years (croutons and proportions and now photos!). The...
This is an easy copy cat recipe for the smoked cabbage slaw they used to serve at Freedmen’s Bar and Smokehouse. It is gluten-free and dairy-free, too! Freedmen’s Bar and Smokehouse I’m so sad that Freedmen’s on campus closed down. I really loved their BBQ and sides and we used to go often and sit on the patio. I actually used to live down...
A versatile method for cooking Mexican rice by lightly frying Basmati rice then adding tomato sauce, or salsa, or puree and then baking in the oven. Easy Mexican Rice Maybe because I’m half Persian and always have Basmati rice in the pantry, but I just love rice dishes. All kinds of rice dishes from sweet to savory. My mom used to make this decadent...
