by Melissa Romito | Jun 15, 2016 | Food
MoMo’s Baked “Fried” Chicken with a honey siracha sauce I learned one valuable lesson this past weekend when I “attempted” to fry up some Southern comfort fried chicken: I, Melissa Romito, am not meant to fry anything…like at all. Just like the mysterious reasoning...
by Melissa Romito | Jun 1, 2016 | Food
Crispy Bacon Potato Salad with fresh dill & fried shallots Whenever I think of potato salad the first thing that pops into my head is that lumpy thick tub from the deli section of the local grocery store that is made with too much mustard and way too much egg. ...
by Melissa Romito | May 24, 2016 | Food, Vegetarian
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with creamy cilantro slaw, fresh avocado, and black bean spread Summer is here and that can only mean one thing: TACO TUESDAY! Cue in the mariachi band, shake your maracas, and throw in a couple Ole’s because it is Taco Time people! I love a good...
by Melissa Romito | Apr 20, 2016 | Food, Vegetarian
Quick & Easy Spicy Asian Pickles These babies are H.O.T; hot and delicious! They are that perfect little treat that adds an extra kick of heat to any dish that needs a little nudge of wow factor. They are great on burgers, tacos, sandwiches, or just plan out of...
by Melissa Romito | Apr 12, 2016 | Food, Vegetarian
Spicy Thai Roasted Carrots with chilled garlic yogurt sauce I seem to be on some sort of a spice kick lately, which isn’t my usual MO when it comes to food. For the most part, I am a complete and total wuss in the heat department and use as minimal spice (as in...
by Melissa Romito | Mar 17, 2016 | Food
Spicy Chicken Curry with pickled mango For those of you out there that want a taste of the exotic, this Spicy Chicken Curry is a simple recipe that serves as an easy introduction to Indian home cooking. The chicken is moist, tender and the aroma is a delight to the...