I know we’re getting into spring, so there are tons of fresh veggies to be had, but I spotted this photo on my computer from the winter, and I thought I’d share some thoughts about it. I LOVE mashed sweet potatoes as a side dish, and when you mash them with coconut milk, as we […]
I’m a recent convert to the ways of bread soups (basically just soups that involve stale bread as one of the ingredients). I came to it because I hate to waste food, and it seemed like, since I already liked bread pudding and strata, bread soup wasn’t so far off. Here are two variations that […]
One of my favorite holiday-time appetizers is crab dip. I like the recipes that call for the dip to be creamy and cheesy, with a little melted cheese (care of the broiler) on top; the classic Hot Crab Dip recipe from Food Network is a good starting point if you’re looking for a recipe. Once […]
I find that because my favorite pie crust recipe makes two crusts–and because I usually make quiche or open-face pies–I end up throwing one in the freezer for a later date. It’s convenient to have a pie crust on hand when you want to put together a quick brunch or dessert item. In a previous […]
I often bring lunch to work, and in the summer (as I mentioned earlier this week), I like to bring salads. You probably already know that it’s best to bring dressing along with you instead of pre-dressing the salad, lest it get soggy before lunchtime. I have a great salad box that has a little […]
I often enjoy salads, but in the summer, I find them especially refreshing. One important thing to consider when making a good salad is the lettuce or greens that form your base. Sure, most people know iceberg lettuce and romaine lettuce as well as recently faddish salad greens like mesclun mix or arugula, but what’s […]
I’m often told by friends that they don’t have a good sense of how to throw together a meal without specific recipes. I rarely use recipes, and mostly, I cook out of my fridge, figuring out what I’ve got at home and how I can create an interesting dish. However, sometimes, when the mood strikes […]
Whenever we hit the summer season, I get a serious craving for burgers. Cooking burgers (either on the stove our outdoors on a grill) is not difficult. Neither is making the patties from scratch. I like to serve my burgers with the classic condiments, sometimes cheese, definitely lettuce and tomato. Sometimes I dress them up […]
Brussels sprouts are one of those foods that seemed foreign and scary when I was a kid. As an adult, I love this member of the cole family. With a nice cabbage-y crunch and a bit of a nuttiness, I like the little sprouts halved and roasted when I’m preparing them at home. Recently, I […]
Grilling a steak over charcoal (or whatever your preferred grilling method is) is always satisfying. I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to gild the lily, but still you may want to present it in a nice vase. Therefore, I just want to share a few quick tips for a great steak: Pick a […]