This dish taught me a valuable lesson: Always look in the mirror before venturing into public. I failed to do this. Four hours later, while still in public, I realized that I had a red sauce spot right on the center of my forehead. If someone had decided to lick it off of my face, they would have said, “Wow, that’s a delicious and spicy sauce. Where can I get more?” Well, weird stranger. You’re in the right place. I … Continue reading
Sweet potato fries are delicious, and I love making them at home because they can be a little healthier. I usually buy pre-cut fries from Trader Joe’s, but when I got this MASSIVE sweet potato in my vegetable delivery, I knew just what to do with it. I pulled out my mandoline and cut it into sticks. Perfect little fries. I usually use olive oil to make sweet potato fries, but this time, I decided to experiment with coconut oil. … Continue reading
Have you made hummus at home yet? I made a batch the other day, and several things have changed since I first made it in the summer. First, I bought a jar of tahini paste, so I didn’t have to grind my own out of sesame seeds and sesame oil. It makes the process a lot easier, and it tastes good too. Next, my apartment now has direct sunlight and I have a better camera, which make for much better … Continue reading