Pita pockets can be used in so many recipes, and a quick dinner comes together in a snap if you keep them on hand especially for homemade pizza.

Roughly translated, Jalfrezi means 'stir fry'.

Talk about one of the all-time favorite comfort foods! Shepherd's Pie is a one dish meal with meat and vegetables and a topping of mashed potatoes and cheese.

We decided to use extra-large (26/30) shrimp for this recipe because we really like the way the larger shrimp look in the bowl--we're fans of dramatic presentation.

As you know, I love the slow cooker - especially for chicken.

This is a great one pot meal that can be prepared quickly or slow cooked all day in the slow cooker. It's easy to make, low fat, full of protein and fiber, and budget friendly.

I am always on the lookout for good flavorful tilapia recipes that can be prepared for everyday meals.

Harissa is a complex and sophisticated spice blend that originated in northern Africa.

Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish made with very thin cuts of meat, seasoned and threaded on skewers and grilled.

First, we’d like to clear up one thing about Romesco Sauce. Despite the name, this sauce? Is not a product of Rome.

This dish is easy to prepare and can be served alone or over rice. Andouille sausage, a spicy pork sausage, is used in most Creole cooking recipes, but you can use any sausage you prefer.

We love the rich, spicy flavor of Chorizo sausage, which lends this dish its own flavor, protein, and even its own cooking fat, since you don't add any fats to the pan when you first cook the sau

We really loved the fragrance of toasting the Sichuan Peppercorns before grinding them.

Garam Masala is a very old spice blend from Northern India. Its name translates as "warm spice mix”, which refers to the feeling of comfort and warmth you feel when you eat it, not the warmth of fiery foods. Garam Masala is a mild, family-friendly blend; the hottest spice in it is black pepper. 

Pozole (or posole) is a traditional Mexican soup or stew that can be made several ways, depending on the region of Mexico:  Rojo 'red' pozole, Verde 'green' pozole and Blanca 'white' pozole

For this quick and easy grilled chicken sandwich we were looking for some Caribbean flavor to balance the Homemade Mango Chutney and what could be better than o

I found several recipes for this type of crust, but I knew I didn't want a yeast crust and I wanted something that was more like a taco shell than a pizza crust.

If you're not familiar with Chutney you're in for a real treat. Chutney is similar to salsa or a sweet relish and can be used as a side dish or condiment.

Craving hot wings - but don't have the time to prepare them? This sandwich is a great alternative. Easy to set up for the slow cooker and quick to put on the table.

This is a great spin on the classic potato skin. Sweet potatoes are nutrient rich and are lower on the glycemic index than white potatoes.

A little something for everybody, these nuts are perfect to serve at a holiday party or to take along as a hostess gift or party favor.

Doro Wat is a traditional Ethiopian dish, a chicken stew that is spicy, flavorful, and much beloved. It's also very easy to make and will be ready in under and hour.

This is a super easy and healthy recipe and can be done on the grill or in the oven.

Tlayudas are Mexican street food, a sort of pizza from the southern state of Oaxaca.

When we talk to people about spices, we're always amazed at how many people are interested in curries. A good curry blend can add the most wonderful flavor to many meats and vegetables.

Many people in India do not eat beef, so this recipe is more inspired by Indian cuisine than taken from it.

Sweet potatoes are a popular comfort food that we turn to during the holidays, but you can enjoy this sweet, delicious vegetable all year round. They go wonderfully with a wide variety of foods.

These are some heavenly spiced almonds and our La Vera Smoked Sweet Paprika, De Arbol Chile powder, and sweet

When we created this burger seasoning, we knew it needed a name worthy of its big, bold taste. The Fort Worth Stockyards are famous for their daily cattle drives; it's a city that knows beef.

While spiced nuts are a great holiday favorite they are usually loaded with salt and sugar - not these delightfully spiced walnuts!

These tasty carrot cake squares are loaded with fresh carrots and are super moist without adding fat.

Did you ever wonder why Italian Wedding Soup has been so named?

With the weather turning colder it is time to go back to easy prepare one pot meals and what's better in cold weather than a flavorful pot of spicy soup?

This is an easy chicken recipe that will appeal to the busy cook!  That aren't a lot of extraneous steps yet the resulting flavor is complex.

As a one pot dish, this is a great recipe. Very easy to put together and have ready for a late day meal.

Veracruzana is popular on the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico and is usually served with fresh fish (such as red snapper).

This quick and easy spicy cabbage slaw side dish is a perfect compliment to glazed Salmon or Spiced Beef. A little spicy and a little sweet, this is not your mom's basic creamy coleslaw.

This is a delightful fresh Caribbean style salsa.

Spinach Rice is a great way to add something a little different and healthy to your regular rice side dish. We keep cooked rice on hand so this side comes together in about 5 minutes.

I love using fresh fruits in my summertime salsas. When you get it right, the balance of the sweet with heat is perfect.

Jalapenos are a very popular chile in Mexican cuisine.

Take your tastebuds on a trip to northern Africa and enjoy this hearty, curry-like stew. This dish is rich with warming spices and is punctuated by sweet and salty accents.

Greek cuisine is often simple in preparation and complex in flavor. Greek food is typically not spicy and focuses on food that is fresh and in season.

This recipe beats the jar stuff every time! Make it fresh and enjoy the major flavor difference.

Black beans, rice, and oats can be a little bland if they're not treated properly, so make sure you add plenty of aromatic flavors to this dish to boost the deliciousness.

Arroz Con Pollo, or rice with chicken, is one of the most popular dishes found throughout Latin American kitchens.

This is more like a casserole than a cornbread, and our taste testers loved that. This is a great family dinner, nice and filling without being too much.

Balsamic and Honey Salmon takes about 15 minutes from start to table. That's faster than running to the local fast food place. This meal takes a few simple ingredients and makes the most of them.