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<channel><title><![CDATA[Annette Cruz - Annette\'s Blog]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog]]></link><description><![CDATA[Annette\'s Blog]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:32:05 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Peach Habanero Salmon]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/peach-habanero-salmon]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/peach-habanero-salmon#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:47:03 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/peach-habanero-salmon</guid><description><![CDATA[Hi there,&nbsp;There&rsquo;s something about summer that brings people together good weather, good company, and even better food. So from my heart to yours, I wanted to share a little something special: one of my favorite dishes to throw on the grill when the sun is shining and the vibes are right.This Peach Habanero Salmon is the perfect balance of sweet and heat. It&rsquo;s bold, it&rsquo;s fresh, and it&rsquo;s guaranteed to wake up your taste buds. Whether you&rsquo;re cooking for family, fr [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Hi there,&nbsp;<br /><span></span>There&rsquo;s something about summer that brings people together good weather, good company, and even better food. So from my heart to yours, I wanted to share a little something special: one of my favorite dishes to throw on the grill when the sun is shining and the vibes are right.<br /><br /><br /><span></span>This Peach Habanero Salmon is the perfect balance of sweet and heat. It&rsquo;s bold, it&rsquo;s fresh, and it&rsquo;s guaranteed to wake up your taste buds. Whether you&rsquo;re cooking for family, friends, or just treating yourself, this dish brings that summer energy straight to your plate.<br /><span></span>Peach Habanero Salmon &nbsp;<br /><span></span>Serves 4&ndash;6<br /><span></span>Ingredients<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2&ndash;3 lbs salmon fillet<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2 habanero peppers<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2&ndash;3 fresh peaches<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;3 Tbsp minced garlic<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2 tsp salt<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2 Tbsp Annette&rsquo;s Love Inspired Seafood Seasoning<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&frac12; tsp oregano<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;3 Tbsp avocado oil<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;1 Tbsp lime zest<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;3 Tbsp fresh lime juice<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;3 Tbsp honey<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&frac12; cup water<br /><span></span>Recommended Kitchen Equipment<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Blender<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Glass bowl<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grill pan<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Casserole dish<br /><span></span>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Aluminum foil<br /><span></span><br /><br /><span></span>Step One &nbsp;<br /><span></span>Rinse and pat the salmon fillet dry, then set aside. &nbsp;<br /><span></span>In a small pot, heat water over medium heat. Add the habanero peppers and peaches, cooking until tender. Remove from heat. Discard the peach pits, and remove stems and seeds from the habaneros.<br /><span></span>Step Two &nbsp;<br /><span></span>Add the peaches and habaneros to a blender. Mix in lime zest, lime juice, honey, and avocado oil. Blend into a smooth pur&eacute;e. Add salt and seafood seasoning, then blend for another minute until fully combined.<br /><span></span>Step Three &nbsp;<br /><span></span>Place the salmon fillet into a casserole dish and pour the pur&eacute;e over it, making sure both sides are well coated. Cover and let marinate for 10&ndash;12 minutes.<br /><span></span>Step Four &nbsp;<br /><span></span>Heat a grill pan over medium heat until hot and lightly coat with cooking spray. Place the salmon skin-side down and grill for 5&ndash;6 minutes. Flip and cook another 5&ndash;6 minutes. For medium-well or well-done, cook an additional 2&ndash;3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.<br />&#8203;<br /><br /><span></span>I won&rsquo;t always be giving away free recipes, but this one felt right for the season. If you&rsquo;re enjoying it, drop a comment and let me know what you think I should share next. I just might make it happen.<br /><span></span></div>  ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to My Kitchen: A Journey of Love, Flavor, and Legacy]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/welcome-to-my-kitchen-a-journey-of-love-flavor-and-legacy]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/welcome-to-my-kitchen-a-journey-of-love-flavor-and-legacy#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:33:52 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.annettescuisine.com/annettesblog/welcome-to-my-kitchen-a-journey-of-love-flavor-and-legacy</guid><description><![CDATA[Hello Friends, &#129293;I am so excited to welcome you into this new chapter of my journey&mdash;my blog. This space will be a reflection of everything I hold close to my heart: food, family, recipes, favorite cookware, cherished spices, and all the little details that make cooking such a beautiful experience. I&rsquo;ll be sharing something special with you each month, but before we begin&hellip; I want to introduce myself and the story behind it all.My passion for cooking began many years ago, [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Hello Friends, &#129293;<br />I am so excited to welcome you into this new chapter of my journey&mdash;my blog. This space will be a reflection of everything I hold close to my heart: food, family, recipes, favorite cookware, cherished spices, and all the little details that make cooking such a beautiful experience. I&rsquo;ll be sharing something special with you each month, but before we begin&hellip; I want to introduce myself and the story behind it all.<br />My passion for cooking began many years ago, in the warm and loving confines of my mother&rsquo;s kitchen. As a young girl, I spent countless hours by her side, watching her prepare meals that brought our family together. She was a wonderful cook, and I knew early on&mdash;I wanted to be just like her.<br />I studied her carefully, with curious eyes and endless questions. Why those ingredients? Why those seasonings? How did she make everything taste so full of love? With patience and grace, my mom answered every question and reminded me often that <em>practice makes perfect.</em><br />One of the first things she taught me was how to make flour tortillas&mdash;not an easy task for a nine-year-old. But I practiced, over and over again, until I finally got it right. Perfectly round tortillas&hellip; a small victory that meant everything to me. It was the beginning of something much bigger.<br />As I grew, so did my curiosity. I became fascinated with flavors&mdash;how a simple blend of spices could transform a dish into something unforgettable. I began experimenting, creating, and discovering my own voice in the kitchen. That&rsquo;s when I knew&hellip; one day, I would write and publish my own cookbook. That dream stayed with me, guiding me through every stage of life.<br />As a wife, a mother, and now a grandmother and great-grandmother, I&rsquo;ve come to realize that the most meaningful moments in life happen around the table. Food has always been more than nourishment&mdash;it&rsquo;s connection, tradition, and love. Every meal prepared with care, every prayer of gratitude, every shared bite&hellip; it&rsquo;s a gift.<br />Cooking has become a reflection of who I am. It brings me joy beyond words&mdash;the aromas, the flavors, the creativity&hellip; it all fills my heart in ways I never imagined. And when I see my loved ones enjoying something I&rsquo;ve made, it reminds me why I started.<br />I am forever thankful to God for blessing me with this gift, and deeply grateful to my husband Joe, my children, grandchildren, extended family, and friends for their unwavering love and support. And a very special thank you to our dear friend Alan, who helped bring the perfect title to life&mdash;<em>Annette&rsquo;s Love-Inspired Recipes.</em> A name rooted in faith, love, creativity, and purpose.<br />My hope is that through this blog&mdash;and through every recipe I share&mdash;you feel that same love and inspiration in your own kitchen. Because I truly believe this:<br /><em>When you cook for others, you give them your heart. And the love you share through food becomes your legacy.</em><br />With lots of love,<br /><strong>Annette</strong><br />Business Owner, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother &amp; Culinary Enthusiast <span>&#10024;</span></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>