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…
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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:…
CHICK PEAS (CHANNA) AND BHAGI/SPINACH
Bhagi is one of my personal favorites! It’s made with dasheen bush leaves/stems. Dasheen bush is also referred to as taro. Unfortunately it isn’t readily available in many countries but you can definitely replace it with spinach. YIELD: 3-4 servings INGREDIENTS: 7-8 cups (approx) dasheen bush, chopped 1/2 cup dried chickpeas 2 cups water (approx)…
CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH MUSHROOMS & SPINACH LEAVES
Alfredo is one of my favorite types of pasta. Add in some fresh mushrooms and it’s a plate of heaven! Here is my easy recipe. INGREDIENTS: 200g linguine (or any pasta you like) 1 1/2 cups cooking cream 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1 medium onion, chopped 3-4 cloves of garlic, grated 2 pimentos , chopped …
EGGPLANT PIZZA
In Trinidad, when we think about or hear the word ‘eggplant’ (more popularly called bhaigan) it’s usually bhaigan choka or curry bhaigan and aloo (potato) that comes to mind but this different way of preparing the bhaigan is actually pretty delicious! Eggplant pizza is a yummy snack or side dish that the family will be…
BOILED EGG SALAD
Eating healthy and trying to stick to a proper meal plan can be difficult no doubt!… for me especially who lovesss dhal… fried foods… and just about any and every trini food on the planet… choosing healthy options is hardddd lol. It is very important however to eat things in moderation…. sooo from time to…
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