Cannellini Bean Frittata
This quick frittata makes a great meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner for one. Add a fresh green salad to make it dinner for two. Continue reading Cannellini Bean Frittata
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Beet, Feta, and Walnut Tart
This easy recipe makes a low-fat crispy phyllo crust topped with thinly sliced beets, fresh crumbled feta, thyme and walnuts. Continue reading Beet, Feta, and Walnut Tart
Dining with Reservations
We will try eating outdoors at our favorite places as long as comfortable temperatures allow and order delivery and take out to support local restaurants as much as we can. We will not order food through third party apps like Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc. Continue reading Dining with Reservations
One Gallon of Mayonnaise
Inferior condiments like ketchup and ranch dressing lined the edges of the field of view or disappeared into the deep recesses of the fridge while the Duke’s jar asserted its dominance at the center. It was only a 32-ounce jar, but it formed a culinary axis mundi connecting her with the divine. Continue reading One Gallon of Mayonnaise
Pandemic Proof Jarlsberg Cheese Spread
Real Jarlsberg cheese from Norway would be lost in the flavors of this dip. Just buy a plain 8-ounce block of generic Swiss cheese. Lie to you guests if you must. They will get over it. Continue reading Pandemic Proof Jarlsberg Cheese Spread
Social Distancing at the Grocery Store
It’s time to redefine shopping etiquette. Continue reading Social Distancing at the Grocery Store
Beef Chili with Poblano Peppers
I used to make chili with sweet green bell peppers but now prefer the medium heat of poblanos. If you have time, roast them over a grill or gas flame to add smoky flavor. Continue reading Beef Chili with Poblano Peppers
Remembering Dad, Family and Vanilla Muffins
As I sifted the flour, baking powder and salt and beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla extract together, I thought about a mother making muffins for her young son who would grow up to become a man, an airman in the Air Force, a husband, an attorney, a father of three boys, a scoutmaster, and a grandfather. Continue reading Remembering Dad, Family and Vanilla Muffins
Carnitas with Poblano and Orange Salsa
The amazing and inviting aroma of pork, cumin, and garlic in your home will greet your guests at the front door. Continue reading Carnitas with Poblano and Orange Salsa
Spicy Shrimp and Coconut Rice
The shrimp and peppers packed a punch, so I served them over a buttery, slightly sweetened coconut rice finished with fresh cilantro, sliced scallions and the acidic juice of a lime wedge to balance all of the flavors. Continue reading Spicy Shrimp and Coconut Rice
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