Coconut Pineapple Muffins

Coconut Pineapple Muffins are perfect for a summer snack and to be honest reminds me so much of a pina colada (virgin for me of course). Here’s my simple way do making these. YIELD: 15-17INGREDIENTS:– 1 cup all purpose flour– 1/2 cup coconut flour– 1 tsp vanilla essence– 1tsp baking powder– 1 tsp baking soda–…

Sweet & Sour Eggplant

Here’s a fun and delicious way to use eggplant. This sweet and sour dish is a must try! INGREDIENTS: 1 small eggplant 1/2 cup Corn Starch 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour 2 eggs (beaten) 1/2 tsp JGM Products all purpose seasoning 1/2 tsp JGM Products garlic powder 1/4 tsp JGM Products cayenne pepper 1-2 tbsp…

HOMEMADE PEPPER SAUCE

Most, if not all Trinidadian households must have a bottle of homemade pepper! It’s a given! I would admit that I prefer eating with raw pepper but having some homemade pepper on hand comes in quite handy sometimes! Here’s my recipe. INGREDIENTS: 15 hot peppers 5 cloves of garlic 5 large chadon beni leaves (culantro)…

Fish in Creamy Tomato and Spinach Sauce

Putting together dishes using items I already have on hand is simply exciting for me! I usually always have fish in my freezer since my husband loves fishing so I figured why not use fish and the extra spinach in my fridge to put together this fish in creamy sauce and include the spinach! I’m…

CREAMY CHEESY LOBSTER PASTA

Husband and I cooked lobster for the first time ever and with the extra lobster we had on hand, I decided to put together this delightful cheesy lobster pasta for you! SERVINGS: 3-4 INGREDIENTS: 1 cup cooked lobster 2 cups penne pasta 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, grated 1/2 cup cooking cream 1/2…

MONGOLIAN STYLE CHICKEN

Homemade Chinese inspired dishes are the best! Here’s an easy recipe for you! SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 4 chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks 1/4 cup + 2 tsp corn starch (divided use) 2 large onions, cut into chunks 4 cloves garlic, grated 1 1/2tsp ginger, grated 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 1/2…

BREAKFAST ROLLS

These breakfast rolls are ideal ‘on the go’ snacks for kids and adults. I used the dough that I would usually use to make bread, added some eggs, spinach, cheese and hot dogs, rolled it all up then sliced and baked them. YIELD: Approx. 24 rolls (can vary depending on the thickness) INGREDIENTS: FOR DOUGH:…

CHICKEN PIZZA ROLLS

These pizza rolls are ideal for any events like birthday parties or any gatherings. YIELD: 12 pizza rolls INGREDIENTS: DOUGH: 2 cups all purpose flour 1 tbsp yeast 1 tsp sugar pinch of salt 1/2 cup vegetable oil Warm water (as needed) FILLING: 1 cup minced chicken 1-2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp JGM Products…

PIGEON PEAS AND RICE WITH CURRY GOAT

This classic combo is a favorite of mine! Peas and rice with curry goat. SERVINGS: 3 INGREDIENTS: PIGEON PEAS AND RICE: 1 cup parboiled rice 1 cup canned pigeon peas, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup coconut milk (or as much as you like) 1 1/2 – 2 cups water or as needed 1 small onion,…

CURRY VEGETABLE RICE

Vegetable rice is a great dish that includes both carbs and veggies but what about adding some curry to it? Why not? This curry vegetable rice using basmati rice is super easy to prepare and of course filled with flavor! YIELD: 3-4 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 cup basmati rice 1 cup frozen vegetables 1 small onion,…