The sun is out, flowers are here, and I couldn’t hope for a more beautiful start to Valentine’s Day. I’m excited to share one of my favorite cakes today. It combines my love for chocolate and strawberries in a delicious vanilla cheesecake made with cashew cream. Top it with coconut milk ganache, and you have a wonderful treat for special occasions. Continue reading “Strawberry Chocolate “Cheesecake””
Month: February 2017
Greek Caesar Salad
A party pleasing salad
I love bringing this dish to family get-togethers. Trust me, the creamy dressing combined with roasted chickpeas, homemade parmesan “cheese,” and crispy romaine hearts is a crowd pleaser. It’s dairy free, gluten free, and packed with good-for-you ingredients. Sometimes I make two batches, so we can have it at home the next day. Continue reading “Greek Caesar Salad”
Tomato-Basil Bruschetta
Simple Bruschetta with a fresh, tasty topping
This is one of my favorite appetizers to make for my family. A special thank-you to my brother all the way from Boston for taking the photo. I hope you enjoy this simple yet delicious dish! Continue reading “Tomato-Basil Bruschetta”
Spetsofai – A Spicy Greek Stew
If you like spicy food, spetsofai (σπετζοφάϊ) is for you. The stew is a traditional dish from the eastern coast of Greece.
It is one of the simplest meals to put together. I made the stew with grain sausages infused with roasted peppers, garlic, sweet onions, and oregano. Be sure to serve spetsofai with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. The stew is also wonderful over couscous or rice. Continue reading “Spetsofai – A Spicy Greek Stew”