Recently, I was listening to a podcast, and the ‘gut’ came up (as it does in literally every health conversation these days), and the scientist mentioned that when you begin to eat differently (and therefore change your gut bacteria), you begin to crave different foods and your taste buds change...
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Being in Provence was a whole experience of eating the freshest most nutritious food imaginable at every meal. Everyone we came across took pride in letting us know that they have standards for everything, the fruits and veggies, the meat, the wine and yes, even the bread. It seems...
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I used to be such a kebab girl! For years, I found a way to insert kebabs into almost every occasion. I go through such phases, and then poof, I’m on to the next like it never happened. 🤷🏽♀️ But I was thinking about a possible kebab comeback this summer. ...
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My advice to you is, do not be afraid of whole fish! It is extremely easy to prepare and so flavorful. If you have never cooked one before, this is a good time to learn.
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Serves 8 as a side dish 3lb sweet potato peeled and sliced (about the size of an orange segment)5 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil or ghee3 tbsp light brown sugar (optional)Juice of 2 limes For the Jerk Butter ½ stick butter, slightly softened1 – 2 tbsp UMAMI Jerk Spice Blend2 garlic cloves,...
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I love lamb and generally have it a few times a month, but I hardly ever make a whole leg of lamb. Easter is always the exception. Here are my suggestions for a delicious leg of lamb
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I firmly believe that you do not need a recipe for soup and that if you do use one, it is more of a suggestion, not a bible. The great thing about soup is that it’s pretty hard to destroy (not a challenge guys). Lean in closer for my ‘how...
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I love pork chops now, but that wasn’t always the case. I used to think they were thick, dry, flavorless cuts of meat (which they were) and I couldn’t figure out what others loved so much about them. Pork chops are leaner than other cuts, i.e. less fat. And we...
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Have you ever tried slow roasting tomatoes? Since I am currently obsessed with them (actually have been for a while), I’ll see if I can convince you to be obsessed with them too. If you make them once, you’ll do it again and again. They are sweet yet savory...
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A few years ago, the mister and I decided our retirement plan would be a farm in Arkansas, where my roots are. Immediately after that it became obvious that we should probably learn how to garden. And by we, I mean me. Well I can tell you, one thing that...
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Do you have a favorite steak? (Vegans stayed tuned.) Ribeye has been my favorite steak ever since the first time I tasted it. I dare you to try it and not fall in love! And spoiler alert, I only use The Steakhouse. But if you are also like me and...
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Three ways to create magic with The Middle Eastern by UMAMI!
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