Vegetarian Noodles (Lo Mein)

Vegetarian Noodles (Lo Mein)

This is a very easy side dish and it goes well with almost every meat, whether it be a stew, grilled or baked. This is a definite crowd-pleaser and a big hit in my house and with my friends. Serves 4 (side dish) or 2 

Stewed Red Beans with Vegetables

Stewed Red Beans with Vegetables

I have always loved this recipe as a kid and love it now. This is great with rice or noodles and any meat or fish!  Makes 6 – 8 servings (side dish) Ingredients: 2 cans red beans (drained and washed) 1 tbsp olive oil ½ 

Braised Lamb Shanks

Braised Lamb Shanks

Extremely delicious and flavorful meal! Amazing dish for a dinner party that you can make ahead of time. You can do a lot of the steps 3 hours ahead and then it finishes in the oven… Try this! Makes 4 – 6 servings Ingredients: 4-6 

Chickpeas with Tomatoes, Spinach and Feta

Chickpeas with Tomatoes, Spinach and Feta

Love this meal! Pairs well with couscous or even can be used in tacos! Want this to be the main meal, eat it with some crusty bread! Very versatile and easy to make! Makes 3 – 4 servings (main dish), 6 – 8 servings (side 

Pepper Shrimp

Pepper Shrimp

Pepper Shrimp! Love love love this dish. It was one of my favorite recipes growing up in Trinidad, but of course I had to make my own tweaks. So now it’s a bit of a Trini Thai fusion! Pictured with Brown Fried Rice and Garlic 

Steak and Potato Hash

Steak and Potato Hash

I love this meal on a Saturday morning at home. Makes us feel like we are eating out but we get to stay in our PJs. It tastes amazing and costs about ¼ of restaurant prices. We do not have to get a screaming kid