These aren’t much more work than regular mashed potatoes, but they have a lot more flavor.
As good as “regular” hummus is (made with chick peas, garlic, lemon juice, and tahini), other additions can make it even better. Here are some hummus variations to spice up your favorite hummus recipe.
This earthy salad is a perfect accompaniment to soup.
These peppers are tasty plain or with rice, bread, or pasta.
These elegant little eggplant slices rolled around cheese and herbs will impress everyone.
A classic Middle Eastern dip made of roasted eggplant. Delicious!
Looking for a tasty alternative to regular mashed potatoes? Try mashed sweet potatoes (aka yams).
Hummus is a delicious dip from the Middle East. A bit of hemp oil makes it even more nutritious and delicious.
Although I call these French fries, it’s a bit of a misnomer, as they are roasted rather than fried. They’re very similar to the fried ones and every bit as good!
This elegant bean dip is known as fagioli in fiasco, or beans in a bottle. Traditionally made in Tuscany in a Chianti bottle cooked in embers in a brick oven, this modern version is creamy and delicious.
