Carrots can be one of those vegetables that need a lot of work to change up. My kids are big fans of good old carrot sticks, so it takes a lot of convincing them to let me give carrots a new look and flavor! That said, these Maple Roasted Carrots with Pomegranate and Tahini always win them over. I wouldn’t say that I make this regularly at home, it’s more of an entertaining dish, but it’s always popular.  The neat thing about the carrots in this dish is that they get sweet wh

It might seem unusual, but Citrus Salad with Pomegranate Seeds is the perfect salad for fall and winter. I know it seems like tropical fruits should only be served in the summer months or tropical areas, but they are the perfect way to brighten the table, and the mood, in the northeast this time of year.  In the fall I like to make this salad because it’s the perfect complement to heavier seasonal foods. If you’re serving a roast chicken, lamb, or beef, a bright citrusy flavo

Halva is a traditional candy that’s found everywhere in Greece and the middle east. It is frequently served during Lent because it’s perfect for fasting since it is dairy-free and egg-free. I have so many memories of eating this with my family when I was a little girl, I would always try to sneak extra bites! One of the best things about Halva, in my opinion, is that it can be made in one bowl, no baking required. Now that my kids are older, I often put them in charge of maki

Hey there! Do you love to snack on dips with your favorite crunchy sides? Then you'll definitely want to try out this Roasted Red Pepper and Fava Dip! I used to serve it up in my restaurant, and it was always a hit. The best part? You can totally make it ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to dig in. Here's how to make it: first, you'll need to cook up some fresh fava beans until they're nice and soft. While those are cooking, roast up a red bell pepper

Homemade hummus is beyond amazing. You can make it from scratch in the same amount of time it takes to get it from the grocery store.