Tag Archives: Herbs

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

Balsamic Tomato and Feta French Bread Pizza

Balsamic Tomato and Feta French Bread Pizza by Alison's AllspiceI developed this  balsamic tomato and feta french bread pizza recipe for winter, store-bought tomatoes that are less flavorful.

Winter tomatoes that didn’t get to ripen on the vine just don’t have the same flavor, or texture as fresh summer tomatoes.  A little soak in some balsamic adds sweetness and acidity to brighten those tomatoes right up! Continue reading

Ravioli with Garlic Herb White Wine Sauce

Ravioli with Garlic Herb White Wine Sauce by Alison's AllspiceWhenever you make a pan sauce, the sauce whisk is the tool to use.  I used my sauce whisk for my ravioli with garlic herb white wine sauce recipe (see pictures).  Totally love it!

This months recipe redux theme was: “Show us a healthy recipe highlighting a favorite kitchen tool, gadget, or gizmo.”  If you like to make pan sauces, a sauce whisk is a must! Continue reading

Simple Homemade Garlic Bread

Simple Homemade Garlic Bread by Alison's AllspiceHappy Friday friends!  Today I am sharing my simple homemade garlic bread recipe. Everyone needs this simple recipe in their back pocket for an easy side!

This recipe is simple, and delicious.  It makes a really fast and easy side to go with many different types of meals.  Picky eaters will even love it! Continue reading

Dijon Garlic Panko Crusted Trout

Dijon Garlic Panko Crusted Trout by Alison's AllspiceBeing pescetarian, I eat fish at least once per week.  This means I have to find ways to keep it interesting.  Dijon garlic panko crusted trout is just the recipe to get you excited about fish again!

The fish bake in the oven, then you top them with super flavorful dijon and garlic panko crumbs.  The panko browns under the broiler and gets insanely crispy! Continue reading

Best Ever Homemade Vegetable Soup

Best Ever Homemade Vegetable Soup by Alison's AllspiceYes friends, you read correctly, BEST EVER homemade vegetable soup.  And here is why I think it’s the best – it’s adaptable. Vegetable soup doesn’t really need a recipe, but it does need a well thought out plan.  Below, I have outlined for you which pieces of my recipe are necessary and why, and which pieces you can change and still have great success.  I never really liked soup until I started making it at home.  A simple vegetable soup is my favorite because it is light, and yet so flavorful! Continue reading

Pesto Parmesan White Bean Spaghetti Squash Bowls

Pesto Parmesan White Bean Spaghetti Squash Bowls by Alison's AllspiceWhen you need a super-fast and easy meal, spaghetti squash probably doesn’t come to mind.  However, cooking spaghetti squash in the microwave takes only 5- 10 minutes, depending on the size of the squash.  That gives you time to prep your filling and dinner can be on the table in no time at all!  Next time you need a fast and simple meal, try my pesto Parmesan white bean spaghetti squash bowls! Continue reading

Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan Stacks

Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan Stacks by Alison's AllspiceThis month’s recipe redux challenge was to create a healthy sheet pan meal. If you read here often, you know I don’t really do the whole main dish and side dish kind of meals associated with a lot of sheet pan recipes.  I tinkered with ideas of sandwich melts and veggie burgers with fries. However, I have been crazy busy this fall and put off this photo shoot until the last minute and did not have those ingredients in the house.  I had planned to make eggplant Parmesan, so I converted it to sheet pan eggplant Parmesan stacks!   Continue reading

Cilantro Lime Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos

Cilantro Lime Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos by Alison's AllspiceThis fall has been unseasonably cool for us here in southern Illinois.  I have been enjoying the cool temps, and hoping for a long fall.  My slippers and sweatshirts have been dusted off and are getting some use, especially in the mornings.  The cats love to sit in the windows and have been enjoying this early fall as well.  I am usually one that takes a long time to get into the swing of fall, but I am already craving warm comfort foods.  These cilantro lime sweet potato black bean tacos are hearty and filling, while staying fresh and light! Continue reading

Summer Garden Veggie Pizza

Summer Garden Veggie Pizza by Alison's AllspiceI can’t believe  august is over.  This summer has gone by in a flash!  My garden is still pumping out produce like you wouldn’t believe as well, so it doesn’t fell like fall is on the way.  If you also have loads of summer garden goodies right now , you’ll love this summer garden veggie pizza!  It has a wonderfully light and fresh taste and feel that I crave during summer months. Continue reading