Tag Archives: Cheese

Cherry Tomato Stewed Butter Beans over Toast

Cherry Tomato Stewed Butter Beans over Toast by Alison's AllspiceAt the end of the gardening season, I am always bringing in loads of cherry tomatoes.  These little gems are such a treat because they are the sweetest tomato around.  I love turning them into rustic sauces, like I do in this cherry tomato stewed butter beans over toast recipe.

Butter beans are also known as lima beans.  They’re renaming is apt because these beans really do have a moist and buttery center.  You could also make this recipe with white beans, but don’t be intimidated by the large butter bean.  In my opinion, they are better! Continue reading

Cherry Tomato Shrimp and Grits

Cherry Tomato Shrimp and Grits by Alison's AllspiceShrimp and grits is one of the classic southern dishes that can be made so many different ways that no two recipes are alike.  I always try to add some vegetables for good measure, and these cherry tomato shrimp and grits are by far my favorite!

I have also tried shrimp and grits with mushrooms and with red bell pepper.  Both were delicious in their own right, but the sweet cherry tomatoes really compliment the sweetness of the shrimp and the sweetness of the corn. Continue reading

Easy Italian Polenta Pie

Easy Italian Polenta Pie by Alison's AllspiceThis fast and easy Italian polenta pie is a cassarole-like dish that uses pantry staples like lentils, marinara, and a tube of prepared polenta.

Mr. Allspice (who is not usually a cassarole fan) said it was “surprisingly good,” so perhaps you can surprise your family with this easy dish as well. Continue reading

Miso Mushroom Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

Miso Mushroom Lentil Shepherd's Pie by Alison's AllspiceI have a mushroom miso pasta bake recipe that I adore.  The umami flavors of both mushrooms and miso simply work together.  Mushroom shepherds pie is a family favorite and one day it just clicked – I have to give it a miso makeover!  Try my miso mushroom lentil shepherd’s pie for a new spin on the classic.

I added lentils to my family’s mushroom sheperds pie recipe because I wanted this recipe to have more protein.  Sometimes recipes that are all vegetable (like mushrooms and potato) leave me feeling hungry!  Continue reading

Baked Imitation Crab Chimichangas

Baked Imitation Crab Chimichangas by Alison's AllspiceMy favorite local Tex-Mex restaurant has the most delicious seafood chimichangas that inspired me to make my own healthier version at home.  My baked imitation crab chimichangas are just as rich a creamy as well as easy on the wallet.

I tried many times to make seafood chimichangas with real shirmp and scallops.  Somehow I just could never nail the flavor.  When I tried them with imitation crab, I made a few more changes that also made them a tad healthier, and we love them! Continue reading

Mushroom Parmesan Baked Brown Rice Risotto

Mushroom Parmesan Brown Rice Risotto by Alison's AllspiceRisotto is one of the most common ways to make rice in Italy.  Once you have tried it, you will completely understand why.  It has a creamy mouthfeel that is not a usual characteristic of rice.  Try my mushroom parmesan baked brown rice risotto to see what I mean.

Traditonally, risotto is made with arborio rice.  It is a short grain white rice that readily releases its starches to produce the creamy texture.  I used brown rice in my version because it is higher in protein and fiber. Continue reading

Gluten Free Zucchini Tots

Gluten Free Zucchini Tots by Alison's AllspiceHappy New Year everyone!  Today I am having a flash back to the summer months when I had so many zucchini that I didn’t know what to do with them all.  These gluten free zucchini tots were a staple during summer, and area a great way to start the new year!

I am not a new year resolutions person.  It just doesn’t suit me.  I perfer the moto “moderation in everything.”  To me means that you don’t need to feel guilty for life’s small pleasures. Continue reading

Whole Wheat Deep Dish Pizza Dough

Whole Wheat Deep Dish Pizza Dough by Alison's AllspiceI hope you guys are ready for a break from holiday recipes and ready to dive into some pizza!  If you are enjoying time with family this year, pizza is sure to be a hit, and I recommend this whole wheat deep dish pizza dough recipe.

I prefer to have a whole wheat crust on pizza.  Let me explain why.  When you are trying to make a recipe healthier, it is hard to remove tasty ingredients and end up with something you love just as much. Continue reading

Gluten Free Lentil Quinoa Veggie Meatballs

Gluten Free Lentil Quinoa Veggie Meatballs by Alison's AllspiceFriends, one of my most popular recipes on the blog is my vegetarian lentil quinoa meatballs.  I have been asked many times about making it gluten free, so I decided it was time for an upgrade!  Check out these gluten free lentil quinoa veggie meatballs made with oats and pecans!

To upgrade this recipe, I wanted to omit the breadcrumbs, but keep all the flavor.  The oats help to act as a binder, which the breadcrumbs did in the previous version, and the pecans add more flavor! Continue reading

Lasagna Stuffed Mushrooms

Lasagna Stuffed Mushrooms by Alison's AllspiceI love lasagna, but I don’t make it often because it takes so long to make.  Well, these lasagna stuffed mushrooms have many positive qualities of lasagna, while taking much less time to make!

During summer, I like to cook these mushrooms on the grill instead of heating up the oven.  When the temperature starts to drop, like now, I enjoy having the heat of the oven in the house.  In short, either cooking method works. Continue reading