No cooking experience in New Zealand would be complete without rustling up a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs shepherd’s pie. Known by many names and local variations elsewhere (i.e. cottage pie, Cumberland, Pâté chinois), this version has a distinctive lamb mince in the stead of beef or mutton. Having been in Marlborough for a bit over a month … Continue reading Shepherd’s Pie w/ New Zealand Lamb
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Roasted Chicken w/ Strawberry Avocado Salsa
Despite the frigid temperatures outside, when I’m inside and looking out my window, all I see is bright, blue skies and sunshine. So I’m pretending it’s Springtime and cooking lots of fresh, flavorful dishes. As much as I love all the heavy, comforting foods of winter, sometimes I crave bright, bold flavors. I was shopping … Continue reading Roasted Chicken w/ Strawberry Avocado Salsa
Curried Cauliflower Steaks w/ Spicy Ginger-Soy Soba Noodles
There are days when I simply must have a bowl of noodles. Today was one of those days, but instead of going the Italian route with it, I decided to create something with a bit of an Asian flare. I chose a soba noodle for a few reasons. Firstly, they cook super fast, in under … Continue reading Curried Cauliflower Steaks w/ Spicy Ginger-Soy Soba Noodles
Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
It’s raining here in LA, and whenever it rains, I always want to curl up with a blanket, a good book and a steamy bowl of soul-warming soup. I’ve had a minor crush on mushrooms lately, so this is perfection in a bowl for me. It comes together in under 20 minutes, so it’s great … Continue reading Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
Gluten-free, Sugar-free Pumpkin Pancakes
I’ve been trying to stay away from wheat flour and sugar lately, but when a craving for pancakes hits, it’s hard to say no. These are the easiest, fluffiest gluten free pancakes I’ve ever made. They’re also super healthy for you, and the perfect balanced breakfast of good fats, protein and complex carbs. With just … Continue reading Gluten-free, Sugar-free Pumpkin Pancakes
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