Stew chicken is a favorite not only in Trinidad and Tobago but also throughout the Caribbean! It’s a dish that is enjoyed with provision, rice, macaroni pie, roti and so many more sides! Each country and each person has his/her own idea of the perfect stew but for me, there are a few ingredients that…
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Here’s a recipe for buttermilk pancakes I think you’d enjoy! YIELD: 15-16 INGREDIENTS: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2 cups buttermilk 2 large eggs, beaten 1 tsp vanilla essence Pinch of salt DIRECTIONS: In a bowl combine flour, sugar, salt baking soda and baking…
DATE SQUARES
With Eid around the corner, I thought I’d share a recipe using dates! This recipe for dates squares is a must try! YIELD: 1 9×9 dish INGREDIENTS: For Filling 2 1/2 cups dates pitted 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 cup water For Crust 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup cold butter…
PEPPER BEEF
Pepper Beef and Basmati Rice is one of my favorite meals and it’s so easy to make! 😋😋😋 YIELD: 3-4 servings INGREDIENTS:1/2 lb beef, thinly sliced2 cups red and yellow bell peppers,sliced1 cup onions, sliced4 cloves garlic, grated2 tsp ginger, grated1 1/4 cup water2 tsp dark soy sauce2 tsp sesame oil1 tbsp sugar2 tsp corn…
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–…
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:…
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,…
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