Tag Archives: Garlic

Tuna Meatball Poboy Sandwiches

Tuna Meatball Poboy Sandwiches by Alison's AllspiceHave you ever enjoyed a poboy sandwich?  They are a New Orleans classic often times filled with fried seafood.  I made tuna meatball poboy sandwiches to reflect the classic seafood filling, but with a fun new twist! Continue reading

Plantain Black Bean Tacos with Garlic Vinaigrette

Plantain Black Bean Tacos with Garlic Vinaigrette by Alison's AllspiceMy husband grew up eating tostones, or fried plantains.  When I was introduced to them, I fell in love with plantains!  They are a versatile ingredient that I have been enjoying experimenting with.  Tacos are pretty much a food group at my house, so we tried and loved plantain black bean tacos! Continue reading

Hearty Barley and Kale Breakfast Bowl

Hearty Barley and Kale Breakfast Bowl by Alison's AllspiceDo you guys have a favorite food that no one else in your family enjoys?  For me, the food is fried eggs, love them!  When I find myself alone for breakfast I always choose eggs.  This hearty barley and kale breakfast bowl is the perfect single serving that will keep you full until lunch! Continue reading

Moroccan Chickpea Carrot Burger

Moroccan Chickpea Carrot Burger by Alison's AllspiceThe bold spices of this Moroccan chickpea carrot burger are balanced by sweet carrots. Carrots are one of the veggies I always keep on hand.  In the last few weeks, all I have been able to find are whimpy, skinny, pencil sized carrots!

These small carrots are so frustrating for peeling and chopping.  You have to deal with a million carrots instead of a few large ones.  So instead, I found ways to use my carrots by shredding them.   Continue reading

Mushroom Black Bean Quesadillas

Mushroom Black Bean Quesadillas by Alison's AllspiceIf you find yourself short on time like I do, recipes like this mushroom black bean quesadilla are dynamite!  This quesadilla is a seriously hardy, quick and easy meal that will keep you going.

When I first got into cooking, I loved spending hours in the kitchen making every single component of a dish from scratch.  Now, I simply don’t have time, and most of us don’t!  We need different solutions. Continue reading

Homemade Smokey White Cheddar Popcorn

Homemade Smokey White Cheddar Popcorn by Alison's AllspiceOne of my favorite things to do is enjoy an evening around the campfire!  Campfires usually lead to drinks and food, and my favorite campfire food is this weeks recipe, homemade smokey white cheddar popcorn!

This popcorn gets it’s smokey flavor from smoked paprika.  The fresher the smoked paprika, the stronger the flavor will be.  I buy small amounts from the bulk spices so that it never looses its strong flavor! Continue reading

Roasted Garlic and Mushroom White Pizza

Roasted Garlic and Mushroom White Pizza by Alison's AllspicePizza is one of those dishes that I could eat every night of the week.  There are so many delicious variations, I just don’t get tired of it!  If this is you, too, then you better put my roasted garlic and mushroom white pizza on your menu rotation!

I am teaching a night class this semester, and this means the husband has to cook…  Translation: frozen pizza!  We have enjoyed some frozen mushroom and spinach pizzas, and I was inspired to make my own variation. Continue reading

Chinese Green Cabbage Noodle Stir Fry

Chinese Green Cabbage Noodle Stir Fry by Alison's AllspiceCabbage is one of my favorite veggies I keep in the fridge for fast easy meals.  This week, I am sharing a Chinese green cabbage noodle stir fry recipe.

Red cabbage is my go-to cabbage variety.  Green cabbage has a little less flavor, and of course, less color.  Sometimes, I find green cabbage harder to use because of what it is missing in comparison to red. Continue reading

Pistachio Caper Gremolata Pasta with Shrimp

Pistachio Caper Gremolata Pasta with Shrimp by Alison's Allspice“I received free samples of Wonderful Pistachios mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Wonderful Pistachios and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time, and as always, all thoughts are my own.”  Thank you for supporting brands that support Alison’s Allspice.

Does anyone have a guess what my favorite nut is?  You got it!  Pistachios!  I was so excited when Wonderful Pistachios offered samples of their product for the Recipe Redux sponsorship this month because I adore them.  Also, they are absolutely delicious in my new recipe, pistachio caper gremolata pasta with shrimp.

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Chipotle Fish Sliders with Sriracha Lime Slaw

Chipotle Fish Sliders with Sriracha Lime Slaw by Alison's AllspiceIf you like spicy food, you have got to try these chipotle fish sliders with sriracha lime slaw!  They have whole chipotle chilies blended into the fish patties, which is coated in corn tortilla chips.

The tortillas chips add nice texture, but better yet, they improve the flavor!  The subtle sweetness from the corn compliments the chipotle.  If you want to go an extra step with the sweet and spicy flavors, try sweet Hawaiian rolls! Continue reading