Spicy Lean Turkey Chili with a Baked Sweet Potato

VirgineCuisine — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:22:00 +0000

After watching my friend Brenda quickly prepare chili with stewed tomatoes in jalapeno and cilantro for her husband one night, I was stuck on trying it out for myself. Since the first time I attempted making her chili, this meal … Continue reading →

Truffle Roasted Brussel Sprouts and a Poached Egg

VirgineCuisine — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:07:34 +0000

Any mini veggie is sure to catch my eye. Anything mini is just so much cuter…well I kind of take that back…most things are cuter in mini form. Current example being the brussel sprout. Since I was not in the … Continue reading →

Honey-Coconut Roasted Chicken & Pomegranate Salad with Acorn Squash

VirgineCuisine — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:10:11 +0000

Throughout my life, I have had a love/hate relationship with salads. Sometimes when eating a salad I just can’t help feel like a cow grazing in the meadow when I’m chomping for what feels like hours to get to the … Continue reading →

Sunchoke, Arugula, Tomato, Red Onion & Farmer Cheese Quiche

VirgineCuisine — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:43:23 +0000

At work lately, my boss and I seem to be constantly promoting a low-carb diet plan- not Atkins style by any means- a much healthier version that leaves you with everything but the starches. In the morning that means choices … Continue reading →

Eggplant “Fries”

VirgineCuisine — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:50:24 +0000

With a recommendation of at least 5 servings of vegetables a day (with seven days in a week- that’s at least 35 servings!) a person has got to keep things interesting in order to keep up. One of my most … Continue reading →

Tequlia-Jalapeno-Lime Infused Bronzino with Mango Salsa & Cauliflower Rice

VirgineCuisine — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:43:42 +0000

Bronzino is a fish that I have never thought of preparing at home…until a recent trip to Whole Foods. I knew I wanted to get some type of fish “drunk” with tequila. The kind saleswoman behind the fish case boldly … Continue reading →

Roasted Brussel Sprout & Avocado Salad with a Curry-Lime Dressing

VirgineCuisine — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 22:14:01 +0000

Crayyyzay texture combination. It was a mouthgasmic party in my mouth fo sho. In this month’s amazing issue of Food & Wine magazine, they featured some recipes from amazing chefs. One of my favorite chefs, Jean-Georges, published a brussel sprout … Continue reading →

Orange-Soy Salmon with Wasabi & Panko Crust

VirgineCuisine — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:54:32 +0000

Simple & Delicious. This salmon comes out super flaky and flavorful, minus the fishy taste. Ingredients: 6-8 oz Salmon Filet 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp. orange muscat champagne vinegar 1 tsp. fresh grated ginger Salt & Pepper 1 … Continue reading →

Cacio E Pepe Agnolotti al Limone

VirgineCuisine — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:47:58 +0000

This small treat meal is perfect marriage of Lil Frankies Spaghetti al Limone and Morandi’s Cacio e Pepe Pasta with a scorched twist. Last Sunday a friend and I found ourselves meandering about from Chelsea Market to Eataly. It was … Continue reading →

Savory Spinach & Mushroom Oatmeal with Quail Eggs

VirgineCuisine — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:55:48 +0000

I was inspired by many things for this dish. Firstly, I was inspired by my boss and my patients. When discussing healthy breakfast ideas- oatmeal ALWAYS comes up. When prepared with milk or eaten with eggs oatmeal is easily a … Continue reading →