Love seafood but hate spending an arm and a leg in restaurants? Why not make it at home and have a party?! Mussels are relatively inexpensive and they are very versatile and quick and EASY to prepare. Here in NYC you can purchase 2 pounds of mussels for around $7.00 which will feed 2 people….
Lamb Herb Kebabs with a Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Kekabs can be found just about everywhere in India and in the middle East. It is basically meat on a stick. Easy to make and easy to eat on the go. These kebabs are packed with tons of flavor. There are many spices and herbs that will make your mouth dance a happy dance…
Fresh Out of the Oven “Yvette’s Best Ever Chocolate Chunk Cookies”
I had posted this cookie recipe before but wanted to re-post and share again due to so many people requesting my cookies! I do have to admit, these cookies will become your #1 chocolate chunk cookie recipe you will keep coming back to. They are packed with chocolate chunks that melt in your…
Gourmet Chicken Salad Sandwich
Tired of the same old salad? How about incorporating some tasty chicken and grapes for a sweet & savory chicken salad and turning it into a whole meal? For this recipe I used an herb seasoned organic rotisserie chicken and removed the chicken, skinless and off the bone. You may either shred the chicken or…
Chicken Breasts filled with Spinach, Asiago & Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese in a Tomato & Red Wine Sauce
Want to make an elegant but yet simple to prepare chicken? I assure you this will look to please anyone who will have the chance to eat this! This recipe is packed with so much flavor and can be thought of as a comfort food, but yet no one needs to cook for hours…
Baked Spicy Chicken Thighs with a Sweet Honey Glaze
No grill? No problem! You can still enjoy “grilled like” chicken from your oven in under 30 minutes! All of the great taste of spicy and sweet. Serve it with your favorite sides and you will be the hit of the kitchen!! If you live in a major city like I do, NYC, where no…
Happy, Safe & Healthy 4th of July!!!!
Hello everyone, and Happy July 4th! Today is a celebration of our Independence here in the United States from England, celebrated in 1776. But to get that independence we should honor and not forget the people that fought for this liberty and who even lost their lives. They were very courageous people. Today, we still…
Moist Strawberry & Cream Scones!
You are either a scone lover or hater. But I trust you will love this scone because it is very moist, almost like a cake, unlike your typical scone. Just a pinch of sweetness but packed with the fresh strawberry taste we all crave in the summer. All you need is a good cup of…
Fruity Yogurt Popsicles, Yum!!!
Who does not love a creamy Popsicle on a hot summers’ day? It is creamy, refreshing and healthy too. Shhh, we don’t have to tell anyone they are healthy. Heck, you can eat this as a meal on the go! These Popsicle’s have no added sugar, no food coloring, no syrup-just all organic yogurt and…
Chicken Shawarma ( Mediterranean Chicken)
This beautiful Mediterranean chicken will leave a very happy dance feeling in your mouth from all of the wonderful flavors. It is also very aromatic and will leave your kitchen scented like a kitchen in Morocco. It is actually a very light meal that will not weigh you down. Just leave you feeling very happy…
Shrimp, Cockles & Chorizo with Spaghetti
Whenever the weather is warm and sunny I seem to always gravitate to some type of a seafood meal. It’s light, tasty and quick to prepare. So there is not much time spent over a hot stove, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful weather outdoors. Better yet, if you have an outdoor eating area, why…
Chicken Avocado Burgers
Are you craving a juicy, meaty burger with all of the delicious toppings that will drip down the side of your mouth when you take a bite? I know I am. Mmmmm, burgers, who can resist them? But how about a healthier version that will still satisfy your craving but be gentle to…
