Tag: corn

Understanding the Differences: Frozen vs. Canned Corn Kernels

Corn is a beloved staple in many kitchens around the world, known for its sweet flavor and versatility in countless dishes. Whether you’re making a hearty soup, a zesty salad, side dish or main dish, corn can be an essential ingredient. However, when choosing the type of corn to use, many home cooks face the […]

Elevate Your Stuffed Poblano Peppers with a Cheese Trio

Looking to add a burst of flavor and color to your dinner table? These Chorizo, Black Bean, and Corn Stuffed Poblano Peppers are a perfect choice. This dish is a fiesta of flavors, the smoky heat of chorizo with the earthy richness of black beans and the sweet crunch of corn. Just like this Caribbean-Style Corn […]

Mediterranean-Style Cheesy Zucchini, Corn and Tomato Bake

This Mediterranean-Style Cheesy Zucchini, Corn and Tomato Bake offers a beautifully balanced flavor profile. The sweetness from the caramelized tomato paste and the tomatoes contrasts with the tangy, creamy cheese. The zucchini and sweet corn provides a neutral backdrop that soaks up the spices and cheese. The spices being cumin and green za’atar a mix […]

Pumpkin Chorizo Soup

Most soups with texture and consistency are filling and robust. And this savory but slightly spicy Pumpkin Chorizo Soup is no exception. This warming but satisfying Pumpkin Chorizo Soup is inspired by the Mexican soup- “Sopa de Calabaza.” Using canned pumpkin puree greatly reduces your cooking time and effectively turns this dish into a 30-minute […]

Southwestern Black Bean Corn Salad

A quick and easy black bean and corn salad thats filled with festive flavors familiar to Southwestern cuisine. Black beans, Serrano chilies, onions, sweet peppers and cilantro. This dish is a great party pleaser, pot luck dish, barbecue side dish or a Sunday brunch dish. The salad is ideal for entertaining friends and family because […]

Sweet Potato Chicken Stew with Black Beans & Corn

The earliest cultivation of sweet potatoes dates back to 750 BCE in Peru, although archeological evidence shows cultivation of the sweet potato might have begun around 2500-1850 BCE. By the time Christopher Columbus arrived in the ‘New World’ in the late 15th century, sweet potatoes were well established as a food source in South and […]