May 28, 2022 | Sherrie Hahn

Side Dishes, Entrees

Fried rice is an easy satisfying meal and using an Instant Pot makes it even easier for days when we are short on time. It is also a great way to use up any leftover vegetables. Richa's recipe is a good "basic" fried rice recipe that allows for creativity with spices and ingre...

June 14, 2021 | Jamie Aragonez

Side Dishes, Salads

Sometimes we crave something hearty and filling, yet light enough to be healthy. This flavorful salad is able to achieve both! Tadka is a South Asian technique, also known as tempering, that uses hot oil or ghee to extract the essential oils out of spices. The result is a rich...

March 30, 2021 | Jamie Aragonez

Beverages, Tea & Chai

Enjoy this smooth and creamy bedtime tea to ease you off into Dreamland. It is a simple recipe of only 5 ingredients and it takes just minutes to make.  has a chamomile base with hints of ginger, cinnamon, damiana and lavender, making for a perfect relaxing elixir to help you...

March 20, 2021 | Amanda Bevill

Holiday, Desserts

Nothing says "spring" like a pastel Peep parade. These rustic cuties are fun and super easy to make. Kids young and old will have fun messing around with the powdered sugar and sticky cut-outs. Plan ahead for parade day, as each batch of marshmallows needs to dry overnight bef...

December 17, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Entrees

Kabsa is thought of as the national dish of many Arab states. Consisting of rice, meat, spices and often vegetables, all the ingredients in Kabsa are traditionally cooked in a single pot. The protein often varies by region, and can include beef, goat, or even camel. Chicken is...

November 23, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Desserts

Spicy, fruity, and chocolatey, this stunning pie is a surefire conversation starter. Its striking color comes from the addition of to the white chocolate filling, which creates a beautiful contrast with the dark chocolate crust. This pie takes a few hours to set, so you'll w...

October 15, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Sauces & Dressings, Tailgating, Entrees, Snacky Bits

These meatballs are sweet, spicy, fruity and tangy.  We seasoned our meatballs with an all purpose blend, . For the chutney, we used some over-ripened mangoes and chopped dried tart cherries, although dried cranberries would be delicious, too. Making it the perfect sauce addin...

September 25, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Desserts

Let's see....how do you celebrate a quarter century milestone 2020 style? Go with the flow! This cake has all the flavor worthy of a 25th birthday spice cake and all the ease that comes with working with what's at hand. We spiced everyday cake mix with our blend and added to...

September 08, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Salads, Entrees

If you're not a fan of tofu, this salad may convert you. Tofu is a sponge and it takes on any flavor you marinate it in, so the right seasoning can totally transform this healthy protein. We spiced it up this time, and infused the tofu overnight in soy sauce, ginger, and garl...

July 13, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Breakfast, Beverages

On the way to our storefront behind the Pike Place Market, we're fortunate to be greeted each day by a rainbow of fruits and vegetables. Papaya is a fruit normally enjoyed on a tropical vacation, but the ones at Frank's Quality Produce looked absolutely perfect. Since nothing ...