Nicola Turner 
Spiced poached pears may sound like the perfect winter treat (and they are!), but they can be enjoyed at any time of the year. They work well served cold in the summer and warm in winter. And they smell so delicious. They leave that spiced …
Chili chickpea cabbage soup is very healthy and extremely simple. It’s the kind of meal that’ll warm you right up from head to toe. This soup is often eaten in Mediterranean countries as a way to use up any extra garden vegetables, but of course we …
Fra diavolo sauce, with its tomato tang, spicy bite, and fresh basil twist is killer with pasta. It’s a perfect base for many popular fra diavolo pasta meals (like chicken, seafood, or shrimp fra diavolo). But don’t pigeonhole this spicy sauce to only pasta. It’s …
A twist on the traditional, our spiced pancakes with berries recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family. There’s just enough “spicy” here for adults to love, yet not so much that will turn off the kids. And the sweet berries and a …
The Thai chicken noodle soup is chock full of the exotic, spice-forward flavors that you’d expect…and love. The creamy coconut milk perfectly balances that fiery zing you get from red curry paste. And the cilantro and lime provide a freshness to the flavor that makes …
Our meat-free chipotle mushroom burger for sure isn’t wimpy. It’s big and totally filling. And it doesn’t skimp on delicious BBQ-like flavors. With its earthy, fiery, and smoky taste, it leaves you craving for more. And last but certainly not leat, that meaty mushroom cap …
Mexican meatball soup has that hearty and rustic deliciousness that just puts a smile on near anyone’s face. Chock full of meat and vegetables, it’s a meal unto itself – especially when served with tortilla chips or bread (or atop white rice.) And the spiciness follows …
Now, obviously, this one is for the adults only. Jalapeño and vodka jello is the type of sweet treat that will help get any gathering going. It’s a tasty berry experience, with only a gentle hint of red jalapeño that tickles the tongue. This is …
Yes, there’s a touch of something good for you in this delicious dessert. Spiced beetroot chocolate cake pairs the superfood (beets, in all their earthy, bitter glory) with rich and smooth chocolate (both the cake and the icing). It’s that sweet icing that balances out …
This is one seriously healthy drink with a seriously spicy punch – that is, if you want that heat. The choice on spiciness is up to you with this spicy carrot and ginger juice. You could use something as hot as a red Thai or …