Hi Reader, I love BBQ. Not just in the summer when everyone's grilling outside, but year-round. There's something about that smoky, sweet, sticky sauce that I love no matter what month it is. These country-style ribs give you all that BBQ goodness without dealing with a grill in February weather. Country Style Ribs Recipe The technique is simple: low and slow in the oven. You season them, cover them with foil, and cook them at 300°F for over two hours. Then brush them with BBQ sauce, increase...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I'm a fan of the Cava restaurant, where they have the most flavorful braised lamb bowls with all those fresh toppings and sauces. This is not their exact braised shredded lamb recipe (I don’t know what they put in theirs), but this one? Oh my goodness. It’s so good. This braised lamb has become one of my favorite recipes to make when I want something I can stretch. I cook a big batch, use it in bowls for a few days, and freeze the rest for later. It’s one of those base recipes that...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, My husband's heading to Ghana soon, and the other day he mentioned wanting to get a good steak while he's there. I had to tell him, "Babe, I don't think that's really a thing there." It got me thinking about how I grew up. We didn't eat steak. If we had beef at all, it was in stews, portioned out so everyone got some, stretched with a flavorful gravy, served with rice or vegetables. That way, a little bit of meat could feed a lot of people and still feel like a full, satisfying...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I've been eating a lot of salmon lately. It's pretty easy to cook, which is probably why I keep coming back to it. These salmon bites are what I make when I want something quick. I throw them in the air fryer because it's usually a small amount I'm making, and I don't want to heat up the whole oven. Get this Recipe Here's what I do: 🐟 I use a salmon seasoning most of the time, but any seasoning you prefer works. Sometimes I'll switch it up depending on what I have. 🐟 Air fry at...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, If you need a dinner that actually fills people up without a bunch of pots to wash, this one-pot jerk chicken and rice is it. I love how flavorful it is, and I love that it combines jerk chicken and rice and peas, two of my favorite recipes, into one dish. The chicken cooks right in the rice, so everything gets flavored together. All you really need is a quick sear on the stovetop, and then you let the oven do its thing. Get this One-Pot Recipe Shop My Favorite Products Shop Now...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I’ve always loved black beans, and my go-to black bean meal is black beans with rice and chicken. But it’s soup season, and I really love this black bean soup. Black Bean Soup Recipe I made this one in my pressure cooker to keep it weeknight friendly—45 minutes, and you’re done. You can also make it on the stovetop if you have more time. The smoky ham hock gives it so much flavor, and I love loading it up with jalapeños, red onions, and plenty of sour cream. If you’re a black bean...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I just got back from spending the holidays in Jamaica, and I'm still thinking about the food. Every time I visit, I'm reminded why Caribbean cooking holds such a special place in my heart—and my stomach. I spent time with family, visited the house where I spent many summers, and ate some amazing food. Which brings me to one of my all-time favorite Jamaican dishes: Oxtail. Get the Jamaican Oxtail Recipe I recently remade this recipe and filmed a full video showing the stovetop...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Soup season is here, and I'm all about it. There are so many different kinds to make, but cream-based soups are my favorite. I've been working on this broccoli cheddar soup for a while now. It does take a little prep work because I cut onion, celery, and carrot along with the broccoli to really build up the flavor. Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe Those aromatics make such a difference. After the vegetables soften, I add flour to thicken everything up, then stir in broth and cream to...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
I've been getting my holiday drink recipes ready, and this year I'm keeping it simple with four favorites that cover all the bases, from big family gatherings to quiet nights in. Here's what I'm making: For the Crowd: Jamaican Sorrel Drink This was a must for my family every Christmas Holiday. I've recorded a short video of me making it, just to show how easy it is. Think of it like an iced tea, but made with hibiscus petals, whole spices, and ginger. You can find dried sorrel leaves at...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read