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 I’ve been craving nuts all day, but instead of just munching on a few like a normally do, I wanted to try something different. I wanted some sugar coated nuts for a change and so made some quickly this morning. I nibbled on a few for breakfast, and they certainly hit the spot! They … [read more]  Kemal made a wonderful dinner for us last night, and while he was cooking, I was savoring the fragrant aroma of the perfect blend of spices that filled the air and opened my appetite. It was a beautiful meal that tasted just as wonderful as it smelled. I savored every bite which was soft, satisfying, and full … [read more]  There’s nothing like the smell (and taste) of roasted garlic and rosemary. It fills your house with such a beautiful aroma, making your mouth water in anticipation. The sweet peppers and tomatoes combined with the roasted garlic, rosemary, and aromatic sweet basil is a pasta lover’s heaven, and the butter sauce enhances the flavors instead of … [read more]  Every now and then we get in the mood for some lamb, and today was one of those days. Whenever we eat lamb, however, we always eat a small amount because it’s so rich and strong in flavor. The meal we made tonight was out-of-this-world incredible! And the rosemary wheat bread that I made to accompany it … [read more]  Sometimes my big strong man likes meat and potatoes, and tonight, that’s what he made us for dinner. He slow roasted everything so the chicken would be tender and juicy, and while it took over 4 hours to cook in the oven, it was well worth the wait. I have to admit that … [read more]  Here in the U.S., ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise are popular spreads for sandwiches and you’ll find them in most refrigerators. In the ex-Yugoslavia where Kemal’s from, those spreads are also used; however, ajvar…which is a roasted pepper and eggplant spread…is also found in most every household. Besides being a popular spread, ajvar is also served as … [read more]  Hummus is my favorite way to eat chickpeas; it’s also Kemal’s favorite chickpea dish as well. While you can serve it as an appetizer, we enjoy it as a meal. We like to spread it on bread, sometimes with some goat cheese. It makes for a light lunch…one that will give you a lot of … [read more] |
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