It was another cold and blustery day in Durham today. In addition to daydreams of warmth, weather like this never fails to provoke my cravings for warm, comforting foods. Although creamy pasta dishes and steamy soups are at the top of my list, nothing comes close to oatmeal. I’m not sure if it is…
Archives for March 2014
Hummus Tortilla Pizza: The Perfect Fast and Simple Meal
Life can be pretty hectic as an individual in modern society. Although each day is different, I often find it difficult to set aside the time to cook laborious meals on my busiest days. At times like these, I look to simple (but still delicious) meals that I can whip up in less than 20-30…
Garlic and Herb Roasted Vegetables
Mmm roasted vegetables. So versatile, so comforting, and so very yummy. Whether they are served as a side dish to a main course, over grains like quinoa, or as the highlight of a pasta dish, they are incredibly nourishing in all forms! Although roasted vegetables are generally tasty regardless of the preparation and cooking methods…
Sweet Potato Oven Fries with Maple-Garlic Tahini Dip
It all started one Thanksgiving evening years ago when I was a young child. My somewhat-picky taste buds left me with my usual bland dinner plate, but something changed that year. I believe it was my mother and cousin who managed to convince me that I simply HAD to try the sweet potato casserole due…
