Author: chefalice

If you’re a fan of hummus, try this equally enjoyable dip. Served with crunchy crudités and strips of pitta, it makes a good starter or snack.

Guaranteed to impress your guests, herb-and-macadamia-crusted rack of lamb is a great meal for special occasions, like holidays and family gatherings.

When I was growing up, my standard lunch was a grilled cheese sandwich made with Wonder Bread and Campbell’s tomato soup. I adored it. I love this play on my favorite childhood lunch because not only is it super simple to make, it also tastes amazing and is ketogenic! Halloumi is a slightly rubbery and firm cheese that is delicious but on the salty side. It has a unique quality: you can grill or fry it! When heated, Halloumi gets creamy, and the saltiness declines into a robust savory morsel. It serves as the perfect “grilled cheese sandwich” without the…

These enticing toasty coconut bites have a hidden almond center and a lavish dark chocolate coating.

Spain, Mexico, and the state of Texas all lay claim to the mouthwatering stew known as chili con carne. I can’t testify to its origins, but I know that chili is a huge crowd pleaser on Super Bowl (or any chilly) Sunday.

A healthy salad full of big, tropical flavors and bright colors. Try to get Alphonso mangoes, if possible, which are famed for their sweetness.