Dressings, Vinaigrettes and Sauces

Potato, Shaved Asparagus, and Citrus Salad

Potato, Shaved Asparagus, and Citrus Salad

Spring hath sprung, and it’s getting hot outside, ya’ll! One way to keep ourselves cool is to enjoy this gorgeous potato, shaved asparagus, and citrus salad. It has all of the elements of a delicious afternoon lunch. And it’s a great recipe for learning how…

Panko Cauliflower with Spicy Aioli

Panko Cauliflower with Spicy Aioli

Any recipe that involves a crispy, crunchy outer-coating is a recipe I love! My obsession with all things “fried” is something I refuse to remove from my life. Are you right there with me? Of course, you are! Fried foods, FTW! But, what if I…

The Best Chingona Salsa

The Best Chingona Salsa

“Salsa or hot sauce?” is the question for the day. Is this salsa, or is this hot sauce? Either way, it’s a must in everyone’s life because it rules completely! When I was a kiddo, we ate this sauce like it was going out of…

Asian Spicy Ponzu Sauce

Asian Spicy Ponzu Sauce

Once upon a time, I fell in love with restaurant Asian Spicy Ponzu Sauce. I figured out how to make my own that would curl my toes. I put it on everything…my potstickers, summer rolls, fried-rice and even Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. Wait…come on…are…

Classic Cashew Cream Sauce

Classic Cashew Cream Sauce

Did ya know you could enjoy “cheesy” Italian dishes without using or consuming dairy or cheese? In fact, there are so many other dishes you can still enjoy without using any animal products whatsoever. I especially love this one because I am such a fan…

Anything but Basic Marinara Sauce

Anything but Basic Marinara Sauce

In my hometown, there’s not an authentic “mom and pop” Italian restaurant. However, the local Olive Garden gets hit hard by many. For me, I like to take a crack at making my own versions of Italian cuisine in the comfort of my own kitchen. One…

Holiday Jackfruit Gravy

Holiday Jackfruit Gravy

Every holiday season, I love making a huge batch of mashed potatoes covered in silky gravy for holiday dinner.  My mouth is watering just thinking about it!  This recipe for Holiday Jackfruit Gravy is a delicious addition to any mashed potato or dressing recipe you…

My Arugula Pesto Addiction

My Arugula Pesto Addiction

Hi. I’m Ruthie and I’m sort of addicted to arugula.  Lately, I have been mixing all sorts of green herbs and lettuce varieties together into salads; fresh basil, mint, thyme, parsley, tarragon tossed into spring mix, spinach or straight up arugula.  The peppery taste of…

Honey Garlic Dressing for Any Salad

Honey Garlic Dressing for Any Salad

Honey Garlic Dressing 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely diced 1 tbsp raw organic honey 2 tbsp olive oil juice of 1 lemon 1 big pinch of kosher salt fresh cracked pepper to taste Whisk together and refrigerate until ready to use Beet and Pear…

“Not Your Momma’s” Cranberry Sauce

“Not Your Momma’s” Cranberry Sauce

I am not your Momma.  Therefore, I will not try to out-do her on the ever so important Thanksgiving meal.  We all have our favorite dishes we bring to the table every year and I would not dream of asking you to break that winning…