New American Food Blog
Do you want hummus constantly but have an insatiable desire to consume as many antioxidants as possible like I do? If so, you should definitely make this recipe. It’s literally just hummus but with considerably more antioxidants from black beans. Let me know what you think. Ingredients 3 cups black beans, cooked3 Tbsp. tahini3 cloves… Continue reading Black Bean Hummus
Salsa is one of the most popular condiments in the United States, yet most people are still buying theirs from the grocery store! To stop this madness, I have provided this recipe for you. Feel free to make measurement adjustments as needed. Ingredients 3 Tbsp. onion, minced1 Tbsp. garlic, minced1 Tbsp. cilantro, choppedJuice from ½… Continue reading Roasted Tomato Salsa
I tried making smoothies this past fall and winter, and I hated the taste. I thought I was done with smoothies forever. However, after spending a day outside in the heat and dryness this summer, a smoothie was the only thing I craved after. This experience taught me to listen to the signals of the… Continue reading Very Berry Smoothie Bowl
All summer, I had an opened can of coconut milk in the back of my fridge, unsure what to do with it (I wasn’t in the mood for a curry). Instead, I used it in a dessert and made a multiuse ingredient to dip fruit in or top a cake. Let me know what you… Continue reading Chocolate Ganache
This recipe was from a while ago, but it was simple and refreshing, especially in this summer heat. You can include this on any meat or cheese board, and it will not be out of place. I would pair this with crackers, pickled vegetables, fresh cucumbers, or my red pepper paste. Let me know what… Continue reading Cashew Cheese Balls
Sometimes I want some chicken nuggets but can’t be bothered to get them at the store. Instead, I make this overly-complicated recipe as a replacement and congratulate myself for being lazy and staying home. I hope y’all enjoy. Ingredients 2 cups chickpeas, cooked¼ onion, roughly chopped3-5 cloves garlic, minced½ red bell pepper, chopped1 tsp. cumin,… Continue reading Chickpea Nuggets
It’s been a hot summer. As someone who enjoys drinking warm beverages, even I did not want to drink hot coffee in the morning. With a little bit of planning ahead, you too can have cold coffee in the morning with virtually no effort. I’ll tell you how. Ingredients ½ cup coffee, ground3 ½ cups… Continue reading Cold Brew Coffee
Do you ever have a container of mung beans left in your pantry, and you have no idea what to do with them? Me too. I am here to help. This recipe takes inspiration from the Middle East with the spice blend of za’atar. This is a blend of oregano, thyme, marjoram, sumac, and sesame… Continue reading Mung Bean Falafel
I did not always enjoy hummus. With parents from the Midwest, it was not a staple growing up. However, as I have explored the origins of the dish and experimented with making my own, I realize it is one of the best foods to keep in my kitchen. The jury is out on the exact… Continue reading Mandarin Citrus Hummus
If you enjoy reminiscing about simpler times, but you’re fancy now and don’t eat carbs, I completely understand. This one is for you. Ingredients ½ cup rolled oats2 cups dates, chopped½ cup peanut butterPinch of saltAny jam or preserves of your choice Method Add oats into a food processor with the S bladePulse until oats… Continue reading PB&J Cookies
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