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
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Chinese Chicken and Dumplings
I enjoy a warm bowl of North American chicken and dumplings as winter time comfort food, but most versions tend to be bland. I added common Chinese spices to add depth: garlic, ginger, star anise, whole cloves, and a touch of soy sauce. Continue reading Chinese Chicken and Dumplings
Mushroom Galette
Mushrooms take well to several cheeses: Bleu, Brie, Swiss, goat cheese. Continue reading Mushroom Galette
Green Apple Salad with Honey Roasted Walnuts and Smoked Bleu Cheese
Crisp green apple salad with thin slices of Granny Smith apple, honey roasted walnuts, and smoked Bleu cheese over Bibb lettuce with apple cider vinaigrette. Continue reading Green Apple Salad with Honey Roasted Walnuts and Smoked Bleu Cheese
Don’t throw away those Shiitake Stems
Most recipes call for removal of the stems from shiitakes because of their tough and chewy texture, but save the stems to make a mushroom broth. Continue reading Don’t throw away those Shiitake Stems
Lamb Meatball and Barley Soup
The lamb, mint and carrots bring a hint of sweetness to this savory soup. Continue reading Lamb Meatball and Barley Soup
Green Chili with Chicken
Roasted and skinned poblano peppers impart smokiness and loosely chopped tomatillos provide verdant color and tang to the chili. Continue reading Green Chili with Chicken
Dill Pickle Pizza . . . Seriously!
The garlic, dill, olive oil, acidic juices from the pickles and the crunchy pickles themselves really taste great together on an airy, crisp crust with melted mozzarella. Continue reading Dill Pickle Pizza . . . Seriously!
Creamy Squash Soup with Parsley, Parmesan and Pine Nuts
FEATURED ON THE DAILY MEMPHIAN – Lemon zest and garlic add vibrance and warmth to this creamy soup after cooking the vegetables in butter and broth. Gently heat the cream with the puréed vegetables to avoid bitterness from the lemon zest. Continue reading Creamy Squash Soup with Parsley, Parmesan and Pine Nuts
No Bun Burgers with Ancho Chili Sauce
Fresh Ancho Chiles from the Cooper Young Community Farmers Market, dried Arbol peppers, onions and garlic combined with some fresh summer tomatoes and ground chuck from the grocery for a tasty dinner. Continue reading No Bun Burgers with Ancho Chili Sauce
Place at the Table 