Mussels in Chipotle Cream
Mussels in white wine cream sauce but make it Mexican. All praise goes to Chef Gabriela Camera for her lovely, simple interpretation of a delicious seafood dinner.
Pho-Spiced Candied Jalapeños
I decided to make a batch of candied jalapeños that are spiced with pho flavors. Be careful, these are extremely addictive. These would be fabulous served with a chicken liver pâté or a hot spinach artichoke dip.
Curry Braised Chicken Wings
While fried chicken wings are delicious; Braised chicken wings are totally slept on. This is a take on a dish my grandmother makes but instead of a soybean-based sauced, I opted for Japanese curry roux blocks which make for an easy, delicious braising liquid turned sauce.
Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo
A new take on the black-eyed pea tradition for New Year’s Day. This vegan black-eyed pea gumbo is an excellent substitution for plain ole boiled ones. Plus, who wouldn’t want a nice, healing bowl of gumbo on a cold December evening?
Beer Cheese and Potato Soup
My perfect soup for a crowd! Make in advance and heat to serve a slew of guests. What makes this soup unforgettable at an event is a toppings bar. Feel free to get creative but I love serving with sliced scallions, potato chips and extra cheese.