Ingredient Spotlight: Asparagus
Asparagus to me is the surest sign of spring! Those lovely little green tips poking out of the ground mean winter is over just as much as the daffodil or … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Oranges
That amazing citrus smell that awakens your senses and makes you feel alive! Yup, I’m talking about oranges! These aromatic jewels of nature’s candy can range from sweet to sour … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Garlic
I love garlic! It might even be my valentine! Seriously, if you peruse through Green Door Hospitality you will find garlic in well over half of the recipes. And what’s … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Chocolate
Chocolate. Decadent and delicious, and able to sooth emotions with a single taste. This makes it the superhero of ingredients. Chocolate is also extremely versatile. It can be used … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Zucchini
Zucchini is one of my favorite vegetables. So delicious and there are so many wonderful ways to prepare it. Depending on the part of the world you are in, these … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Cilantro
Cilantro is Coriander. Coriander is Cilantro. That being said — the flavors are very different and cannot be substituted for each other. Cilantro refers to the leaves of the plant … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Cremini Mushrooms
Cremini mushrooms are also know as ‘Baby Bella’ or ‘Baby Portobella’ mushrooms. They are a more mature version of the typical white button mushroom (which is why they are darker, … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: White Truffle Oil
“Truffles are the elite of fungi and the white truffle is considered by all to be the best.” (The World Encyclopedia of Cooking Ingredients) Truffles are part of the fungi … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Roma Tomatoes
Roma Tomatoes are part of the Plum Tomato family. They have a firm, thick flesh and very few seeds compared to other tomato varieties. This is the most common tomato … Continue reading
Ingredient Spotlight: Carrots
You can’t have an Easter week without talking about carrots — what else will the Easter bunny eat?? 🙂 Carrots are a great and versatile root vegetable that finds a … Continue reading