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** Clam & Parmesan Pasta

This dish is my heart's desire food. A rich, buttery sauce, fresh herbaceous parsley, cheese, clams.... did I mention pasta? With the...

May 15, 20212 min read

Persian Split Pea Soup with Lamb/Mushroom Meatballs

Did you try this yourself? Post a photo and tag @allthingsastred! Variations and related recipes? Yes, please! Seasoned Chicken with a...

Mar 15, 20211 min read

Spinach, Chickpea & Tomato Stew

Did you try this yourself? Post a photo and tag @allthingsastred! Variations and related recipes? Yes, please! Quinoa Cakes & Gremolata...

Apr 26, 20191 min read

Mama's Lentil Soup

When you have those days that all you want is a hearty, healing bowl of soup, this is for you. Nourishing, just like your mama would have...

Apr 20, 20191 min read

Herbed Avocado & Quinoa Salad

A salad that everyone wants to eat? Yes please! This salad is bright & flavorful, can be easily modified to be perfect for any diet, has...

Apr 20, 20191 min read

Cod & Potato Gratin

Gratin in a wide culinary term that covers any dish that has a browned, crisp topping. This is a twist on a common Portuguese dish of...

Feb 22, 20191 min read

Seasoned Chicken with a Creamy Morel Sauce

Moist, seasoned chicken topped with a creamy, rich and slightly sweet morel sauce. Whether served over rice, pasta or vegetables, this...

May 21, 20181 min read

Curry Pilaf with Fresh Herbs

Pilaf is a rice dish cooked in a seasoned broth. Although believed to have started in ancient India and made its way to ancient Iran,...

Apr 21, 20181 min read

Braised Chicken with Orange, Pistachio & Rose

Using a shoulder of lamb instead of chicken would taste amazing and be a superb option for this dish. I always advocate for organic,...

Apr 19, 20181 min read

Macaroni & Cheesy Bechamel

Who doesn't love macaroni & cheese? A cheesy wonderful comfort food that is easy to make and easier to eat! While there are many packages...

Apr 17, 20182 min read

Perfect Salmon Patties

Whether you are wanting salmon cakes as a light meal, as an appetizer or an accompaniment to brunch, this is where you want to be. These...

Apr 14, 20182 min read

Quinoa Cakes & Gremolata

I know what you are thinking; what is a gremolata and what is this dish because it looks awesome and should be in my mouth. Well, maybe...

Apr 12, 20182 min read

Jambalaya with Honey Butter Cornbread

Jambalaya is a dish created by Louisiana chefs who basically "sweep up the kitchen" and toss everything into a pot. It varies quite a bit...

Apr 6, 20182 min read

THE Yummiest Coconut Mango Curry

Whether you consume animal products or whether you stick to a plant based diet, no worries! This recipe has got your back 100%. The...

Apr 5, 20181 min read

Tilapia 'n Spinach Cream Sauce

I love the comfort of nice, creamy potatoes, but sometimes I can feel overwhelmed or heavy from them. I wanted to create a light and...

Apr 4, 20181 min read

Broccoli Sour Cream Soup

I love making soup. Because you are cooking all of your food in the liquid you are also consuming, you do not loose any of the nutrients...

Mar 28, 20181 min read

The Best Fish & Chips

Fish and chips were created in England in the middle of the 1800's and by the early 1900's, there were over 25,000 places created...

Mar 27, 20182 min read

Thai Carrot Basil Soup

Carrots are an amazing vegetable that humans have used for a really long time. Originally, they were a wild species that grew in...

Mar 17, 20182 min read

The Classiest Saturday Afternoon Grill-out

Saturday afternoons are an amazing time to do a number of projects; finishing renovations in your home, taking care of your lawn and...

Mar 14, 20182 min read

Spaghetti with Avocado, Tomato & Wine Sauce

I wanted a healthy pasta dinner with a hearty glass of wine; sounds a little contradictory, right? I started playing around with ideas to...