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Black Barley Pilaf (and Salad)

13 Monday Feb 2023

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Black Barley, Carrots, Fennel, Herbs, Lemon, Make Ahead, Orange, radish, Salads, Side Dishes, Tomatoes, Vegetarian

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Black Barley, Carrots, cherry tomatoes, dry vegetable base, Fennel, fresh herbs, Garlic, Meyer lemon, olive oil, Onions, orange zest, radishes, Scallions, Spices

I “discovered” black barley about five or six years ago.  Black barley is a different beast, than pearled barley.  It shares that somewhat nutty flavor, but it retains a delightful chewiness…texture, Baby!  Continue reading →

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Roasted Citrus Slices

04 Friday Mar 2022

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Citrus, Gluten Free, Salads

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blood oranges, herbs, lemons, olive oil, oranges, tangerines

Roasted Citrus Slices with OnionsThese lovely little bites of flavor can be thrown into a salad, used to garnish fish and seafood dishes, or simply eaten out of hand.  If you prepare them correctly, and you will, they have a nice, pleasant chewiness and a refreshing finish.  Continue reading →

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Quick Shrimp-Tomato and Herb Sauce

27 Friday Aug 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Basil, Garlic, Gluten Free Option, Main Course, Orange, Pasta, Peppers, Shrimp, Tomatoes, Vegetarian Option

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Basil, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, dry white wine, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, Ham, kosher salt, olive oil, Oregano, parmesan cheese, Shrimp

Quick Shrimp-Tomato and Herb SauceAn unknown, but clearly intelligent and resourceful person, once said, “necessity is the mother of invention”.  I think this is particularly true when it comes to the culinary world.  Many of what are now famous dishes, Spanish tortilla, Italian frittata, stir-fry’s, anything that’s a one-dish dinner, spring from necessity.  And, this is just such a recipe.  Continue reading →

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Guava-Orange Sauce

13 Friday Aug 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Fruit, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces, Tropical Fruit

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guava jelly, ketchup, orange juice, red onion

Guava-Orange Sauce or GlazeThis sauce is both sweet and sour.  It’s great with pork, chicken, salmon or lamb.  It can be a pour-over sauce or a dipping sauce.  Or as here, use as a glaze on lamb (or pork) meatballs.  Continue reading →

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Summer Fruit “Crudo” with Basil

27 Sunday Jun 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Condiments, Fruit, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Vegetarian

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apricot preserves, Bing cherries, fresh herbs, lime juice, lime zest, Mango, Peaches, Strawberries

Summer Fruit "Crudo" with BasilThis should probably be called a salsa.  But then most people conjure up a flavor profile of tomatoes, onions, peppers, with maybe a bit of fruit tossed in.  That’s not this…at all.  I’m serving this with very simply prepared fish, but it’s all about the fruit mixture.  I could seriously eat the whole bowl.  Just standing there, leaning up against the cupboard…it’s that good.  Continue reading →

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Out-of-Season Strawberry Freezer Jam (without Pectin)

25 Sunday Apr 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, preserves, Strawberries

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lemon juice, Strawberries, strawberry gelatin, white sugar, xanthan gum

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is 075.jpgOnce you’ve eaten freezer jam, you’ll never go back.  The color is spectacularly red and sparkling, but the flavor is unbelievable.  Smearing some strawberry freezer jam (or preserves) on a scone, on Christmas morning, is the best Christmas gift you can give yourself or your family.  Make room in your freezer…. Continue reading →

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Lentils with Carrot-Fennel-Onion and Orange

18 Sunday Apr 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Carrots, Fennel, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lentils, Make Ahead, Mandarin, Vegetarian

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carrot, fennel bulb, Garlic, herbs, Lentils, Mandarins, olive oil, onion, tomato

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is img_6965-2.jpgOver the years, I’ve gotten considerably more fond of lentils.  They are so much more than just soup.  I love lentil salads.  And that’s almost what this is (and can be!).  It makes a great backdrop for a piece of grilled salmon, cod or Branzino.  And that’s what we’re doing with it today. Continue reading →

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Braised Beef with Port, Red Wine, Dried Cherries and Orange

08 Thursday Apr 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Beef, Cherries, Dried Fruit, Gluten Free, Instant-Pot, Make Ahead

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allspice berries, arrowroot, bay leaves, chuck roast, dried garlic, dried sour cherries, herb sprigs, ketchup, onion, orange zest strips, port wine, red wine

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This is an extraordinary pot roast.  I was thinking about our trip to Portugal and remembering some of the fabulous meals we enjoyed, hence the Port, the oranges and the cherries.  This seemed like just the thing to use for our Zoom dinner with friends to celebrate getting the vaccine.  Everything is relative and one has to find joy in the little things. Continue reading →

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Brown Butter Banana Bread with Coffee and Nutella

01 Thursday Apr 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Banana, Bread, Chocolate, Make Ahead, Quick, Vegetarian

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all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, Banana, brown butter, brown sugar, espresso, extra-large eggs, Nutella, vanilla extract

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is img_6784-e1617219729973.jpgThe folks over at Leite’s Culinaria posted this terrific sounding Banana Bread with Nutella.  Yes.  Nutella.  And I had a jar of Nutella in the cupboard, and several very ripe bananas just waiting for such a recipe.  But…and you knew there would be a “but”, didn’t you?  Because The Goddess can never, ever just leave a recipe alone.  This time, I think you’ll be very happy that she didn’t! Continue reading →

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Parsnip-Pear Bisque with Bleu Cheese

19 Friday Mar 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Parsnips, Pears, Soup, Vegetarian

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bay leaves, bleu cheese, broth, Celery, Garlic, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, nutmeg, Onions, Parsnips, Pears, Thyme

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is img_4346.jpgI enjoyed this lovely soup at the Worcester Museum of Art, in Massachusetts.  Their café is a lovely place for lunch and their signature Pear and Wild Mushroom Soup is a must try it.  It just stood out, so how could I not try it?  Oh, I’m so happy I did, because it’s absolutely delicious.  And is the inspiration for this lovely elixir. Continue reading →

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