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Ethiopian Spicy Red Lentils

This is exactly the kind of dish that I was hoping I’d find when I chose Ethiopia as my next culinary destination.  It’s healthy,...

Ayib- Fresh Ethiopian Cheese

I never would have thought my introduction to cheese-making would happen when I was cooking African cuisine.  Italy or France… maybe.  Ethiopia… not so...

Watergate Salad a.k.a. Pistachio Pineapple Delight

Although I generally strive to eat healthy, minimally processed foods, I'm happy to take a breather now and then to enjoy something like this...

Lemon and Blueberry Greek Yogurt Parfait

If you’ve ever had lemon-blueberry scones, bread or cheesecake before, then you know that lemon and blueberries are a combination right up there with...

Khmer Pork with Yard-Long Beans

With the exception of bacon, I really don’t cook with pork very often.  It’s a shame because it’s so versatile… just like that other...

Garlic and Parmesan Kale Chips

This past week I’ve been slowly transitioning back to my normal eating.  Although it’s not easy, I’m doing my best to not go overboard...

Banana, Almond and Chocolate Ice Cream

There comes a time during every cleanse when I reach a breaking point.  I’m just glad to know that next time I’m ready to...

Eggs Stuffed with Tuna and Anchovies

I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one out there who was scared of hard-boiled eggs as a little kid.  I mean, have you...

Basque Lemon Shrimp

Well, it’s finally happened.  My dairy and meat loving self has finally started to crave the lighter foods of summer.  And so this lemon...

Gluten-Free Lamingtons

An Australian classic, Lamingtons are little cubes of sponge cake covered in chocolate frosting and shredded coconut.  It’s probably an understatement to say that...