Herb baked sweet potatoes and sweet fried ripe plantains.
DINNER INVITATION
Getting invited over for dinner gets me super excited....I call dips on apps! Yes , not just the bounty from the host but also what we get to take along. Our wonderful neighbors, bless their hearts invited us for and we couldn't wait to join them. We always have an amazing time with them.
See this bounty? That's from
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West African Barley and Kale Soup with Crispy baked tofu
To think we had an over 65 and sunny day not too long ago. This is what I love about Tennessee. Forty degree weather may seem horrible, but after living in Wisconsin for four years, I really can't complain.
Today, we're staying home. As in cozy up by the fire place, enjoy a hearty bowl of soup and play board games until late. Why? Because mom said we're good on groceries and have no
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Stewed Black Eyed Peas with rice
This stewed black eye peas dish comes together in no time and will leave everyone asking for more. Probably one weekend a month, I cook some beans and freeze for future use. This month we are focusing on black eyed peas. They can be stewed like we did here. You can also add to salads or soups for more substance. There is nothing lots of onions and tomatoes can't fix. Blended fresh herbs
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Morning Beet Smoothie
Morning Beet Smoothie
Aren't beet smoothies beautiful? It's hard to imagine a humble root could make something so bright and alive. It doesn't taste so bad either. Actually, add a little ginger and lime (don't forget the water of course), and you have a delicious and energizing drink! Only four ingredients to this one my friends, but if you're craving something a bit sweeter, you can
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Spicy Cocoyam porridge ( Turning coco)
Turning coco! A one-pot meal that is so simple, yet hearty and packed with wonderful flavors. Makes me laugh when I make enough for just two and a half. I remember the size of the pot boiling over our three stone fire place. Back then my mom will cook enough to feed a family of eight or more, depending on who's stopping by. Dished out into plastic bowls the moment the pot leaves the fire. You'll
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