Recipes by Sandy Ibrahim

United States Chef

	Paleo Nanner Bread (Gluten Free Banana Bread) by Sandy Ibrahim I heart nanner bread, always did, always will. It was one of the few treats my mom would make us from scratch. No kidding, I thought making a pie was taking it out of the freezer and baking it. To this day, my mom will say, "I baked a pie." She did bake it, she just didn't make it. Enough my ridiculousness. I love nanner bread, but…	1 vote 465 views
	Baked Spinach and Wild Mushroom Omelette by Sandy Ibrahim This is a quick and easy and super healthy breakfast. You can mix this in minutes and then let it bake. It is great for a crowd or you can cut it up and save it for your work week breakfasts. I use the frozen veggies from Trader Joe's. They are delicious and affordable... no cutting required :) Happy me.I have been trying to eat more…	1 vote 438 views
	Make-Ahead Baked Ziti by Sandy Ibrahim So you gotta feed a lot of people, they can be picky eaters, it is a work day... My answer Baked Ziti. My mom makes this dish for every holiday, and she tops it with a Bechamel sauce. I did not do the topping... alas, I am a loser. No, I am not a looser because I make a rocking Bolgnese sauce with here is the kicker fresh rosemary.…	1 vote 1430 views
	Crockpot Jambalaya on the Bayou by Sandy Ibrahim Crockpot Jambalaya on the BayouSo we had a bit of dinner party for Mardi Gras. It started out as a quiet dinner, but then with Hurricanes got louder, and funnier, and the next thing we know, it was 2 AM. Yup... I was worthless the next day. But I learned one important thing, what you serve at a dinner party doesn't matter as much as…	1 vote 520 views
	Rasberry and Cream Cheese King Cake by Sandy Ibrahim Oh how I do love you King Cake. This is a conglomeration of Emeril's recipe and some of my experience in making cinnamon rolls. I am proud to be a Virginian, but sometimes, sometimes my heart is in NOLA.What you need:Dough:What you do:1. Mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt together in your standing mixer's mixing bowl.2. In a medium…	1 vote 466 views
	Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Vadouvan Curry by Sandy Ibrahim If you are looking for a easy comfort food you can make your crock pot and it will warm you up on chilly February days, look no further. Sweet potato and cauliflower curry is delish, filling, and super healthy.What you need:What you:1. Wash and dry your produce.2. Peel and chop your produce.3. Add all of your ingredients to your crock…	1 vote 520 views
	Black Bean Brownies, Gluten Free by Sandy Ibrahim Yup, your eyes do not deceive you... black bean, gluten free brownies. Before you click away, I promise they taste just as good as regular brownies. The only difference is these are gluten free and have less fat and more protein. They are great as a treat in the afternoon with cup of decaf coffee... absolutely delish! This recipe is…	1 vote 537 views
	Moist Zucchini Bread, Gluten and Dairy Free by Sandy Ibrahim After a lifetime of being heavy and trying different diets, I think, I hope, I have my fingers crossed I think I found one that works for my body type. Everybody is different, but I have been eating a paleo diet for a little over a month, with an emphasis on local organic vegetables, and I feel great. I haven't lost a ton of weight,…	1 vote 410 views
	Stuffed Cheesy Sausage Heirloom Tomatoes by Sandy Ibrahim Stuffed Cheesy Sausage Heirloom TomatoesI love stuffed vegetables. I think it is an Egyptian thing. We stuff anything, grape leaves, tomatoes, cabbage, eggplant, and everything stuffed is called "mashi." It is surprising how many traditional Egyptian dishes have Southern twins. This is one of them. I have put my own twist on it. I…	1 vote 640 views
	Skinny Spinach Manicotti (Vegetarian) by Sandy Ibrahim Skinny Spinach Manicotti (Vegetarian)This is another one my of my freezer meals. You make a big batch and separate it into three aluminium tins and freeze it. This recipe also has the added benefit of being vegetarian. This recipe makes three 8X8 tins that you can freeze separately or you can make one large batch.What you need:5. in a…	1 vote 630 views