Oven-Crisped Potato Cakes

Description Oven-crisped potato cakes are easy and have less fat and calories than traditional potato cakes. Ingredients cooking spray 16 ounces shredded frozen potatoes, thawed 1 large onion, grated ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 large egg, beaten 2 ⅔ tablespoons canola oil, divided Prep Time: 15 mins Cook … Read more

Fried Green Tomatoes III

Description Crispy green tomatoes try dipping them in hot pepper sauce for extra flavor enhancement. Easy to make and good to eat what more could you ask for? Ingredients ½ cup vegetable oil 4 large green tomatoes 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 eggs, beaten salt and pepper to taste Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: … Read more

Stuffed Tomatoes with Grits and Ricotta

Description This recipe makes a great appetizer. I spent a lot of time experimenting with ingredients and finally concluded that this recipe you now see listed turned out to be the best. The grits give a unique texture to the exotic flavors of the Parmesan and Asiago cheeses. Ingredients ½ cup dry grits 1 ½ cups … Read more

Karen’s AIP Avocado Mayo

Description A delicious Auto Immune Protocol Diet (AIP) alternative to mayo. Perfect as a dip for sweet potato fries! Ingredients 1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or more to taste 1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted 2 cloves … Read more

Patacones de Colombia (Fried Plantains)

Description These are fried plantains that have been smashed and fried a second time. It is essential you use very ripe plantains. This recipe is straight from my Colombian mother-in-law. Enjoy! Ingredients ½ cup oil for frying 1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds 1 pinch salt Instructions Place a plate upside-down onto … Read more

Carrot Latkes (Pancakes)

Description These are great as a side dish or make them a little smaller and top with a dollop of sour cream for an easy appetizer. They also freeze beautifully. Ingredients oil for frying, or as needed 2 cups grated carrots 6 green onions, chopped ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder 3 eggs … Read more

Hawaiian Hush Puppies

Description This was given to me by a friend years ago. I have since tweaked it to my liking and think you will like it also. I have eaten it many times with fried tilapia. I call them Hawaiian hush puppies because that’s what they remind me of with the pineapples and slight sweetness. Ingredients … Read more

Asian Marinated Asparagus

Description A delicious balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy. Ingredients ice cubes 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed ⅓ cup soy sauce ⅓ cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons agave nectar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste 1 … Read more

Quick and Savory Indian Peas

Description This is an Indian pea recipe that makes a great side dish. Ideal for a quick snack, as well. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package frozen peas 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon ground cumin salt to taste ½ teaspoon dried mango powder (amchoor) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro Prep Time: … Read more

Barb’s Fried Green Tomatoes with Zesty Sauce

Description An awesome recipe for southern fried green tomatoes. Ingredients 1 cup potato flakes 36 thin wheat crackers (such as Wheat Thins®) ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup butter-flavored granules (such as Butter Buds®) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ½ cup butter flavored shortening (such as Crisco®) 5 green tomatoes, cut into … Read more