You have a party to go to but really didn’t spend enough time brainstorming what side dish to bring? Too busy online shopping for your new outfits, you didn’t spend enough time remembering your real holiday responsibilities? Been there. Will crispy chickpeas work?
Back to Basics with one of my favorite things – WILD RICE! If you haven’t introduced wild rice into your diet, it’s time. Wild Rice has a slightly nuttier flavor than traditional white or brown rice. I realize white & brown rice gets all the attention in the rice category but take a gander to the wild side of the grocery store next time you’re there. If you want the real deal, look for wild rice from Minnesota or Canada.
Bean Dip? YES! Bean Dip! Please don’t imagine a pile of dark mushy beans being slopped onto your plate, because that’s not the bean dip I’m about to share w you today! And to be clear, you all know Hummus is bean dip too right? Hummus is basically blended chickpeas. Chickpeas are beans. We good? The key in making a good bean dip, is the perfect consistency, freshness & flavor.
Back at it today with another BASICS post! Have you guys made Basic Turkey Burgers yet? Hmmmm?! Or Basic Crispy Chickpeas? They’re both so easy, it’s a great first step to getting comfortable in your kitchen. Today, we’re baking yummy, crispy, sweet potato wedges. Again, sticking to a super basic recipe here, but if you master a few food basics, it’ll help you build & become a professional chef! (lollollol)
Let me start by explaining a sweet potato.
I decided I’m going to start a “BASICS” part of MissBassmaster where I’ll share really simple things that some people might not know how to do or have forgotten about. Last week I shared my 5 Ingredient Turkey Burgers (so good), & this week I’m sharing roasted chickpeas.
I pretty much ALWAYS make my own hummus. You might think I do this because I’m trying to be a health freak & prefer eating my own, homemade badass delight – but you’re wrong. I make hummus at home because the containers of hummus at the store are either too much money, too small, or yes – full of crap. Also, I always have the ingredients at home so I make it when I want it. I don’t typically crave hummus while grocery shopping
I pretty much ALWAYS make my own hummus. You might think I do this because I’m trying to be a health freak & prefer eating my own, homemade badass delight – but you’re wrong. I make hummus at home because the containers of hummus at the store are either too much money, too small, or yes – full of crap. Also, I always have the ingredients at home so I make it when I want it. I don’t typically crave hummus while grocery shopping.
When we were in Dubai, we stalked up on the largest jar of Tahini we could find. The Middle East has Tahini everywhere & it’s affordable, so Wafiq’s mom made sure we brought a HUGE jar home with us. While we were on the subject of Tahini she asked me what I use it for & I explained hummus. She casually said “ooOOo yes, easy. very easy hummus. A little beans, oil, yogurt…” Excuse me… what? Yogurt?
The secret ingredient: yogurt!
What the hell was I thinking before with my regular, rookie hummus? This is the real deal right here, hummus w/yogurt. The difference – besides the slightly added flavor, the hummus turns out smoother w/a little added fluff.
I’ve been making a batch at home once a week since I’ve been back… (am I going to get fat?) Because hummus goes with everything! Sandwiches, veggies, chips, crackers, pita, salad.
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