Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds

Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds

An authentic tagine is a stew that takes its name from the heavy earthenware pot in which it is slow cooked, traditionally over an open fire, or bed of charcoal. I don’t have an actual tagine ceramic pot, but I LOVE making tagine stews. The flavors are a feast, with...
Orzo with Garbanzo Beans, Goat Cheese and Basil

Orzo with Garbanzo Beans, Goat Cheese and Basil

Quick and easy, this recipe is handy for weeknights. Fresh herbs add exceptional flavor and are rich in nutrients.  Since ancient times they’ve been used for their health benefits. Now science is discovering their unique antioxidants, essential oils,...
Marinara Sauce

Marinara Sauce

Homemade marinara sauce is simple and simply delicious. Store-bought sauces inevitably have sugar or other unnecessary additives. This is a great recipe to double and, when cool, keep extra jars in the refrigerator (or freezer) for busy nights. Cook some pasta, add...
Southwest Chicken Lasagna

Southwest Chicken Lasagna

This is one of the recipes that triggered colormyfood, I’ve had so many requests for it. The combination of black bean, corn and cilantro give this lasagna a southwestern twist. Variations: Vegetarian: Eliminate the chicken Spicy: Add 1 – 2 chopped jalapeños Southwest...
Roasted Cod with Red Bell Pepper Tomato Sauce

Roasted Cod with Red Bell Pepper Tomato Sauce

Growing up in Bolivia, seafood and salt-water fish were unavailable. Except for salted cod. But that too was rare and expensive and only appeared at Easter. So for years, cod was something I thought of only at Easter. But this recipe can be made any time. And not only...