08 Friday Oct 2021
Posted in Appetizers, Buffet Food, Dip, Eggplant, Gluten Free, herbs, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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cumin, dried parsley, Eggplant, fire-roasted tomatoes, Garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, onion, paprika
Yup. I’ve been holding out on you. I can’t believe I haven’t shared this with you before. Shame on me! Well, no more. This is the quintessential holiday, any day dip, spread or hand me a spoon dish! Continue reading
11 Saturday Sep 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Spanish, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
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capers, Dijon mustard, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, honey, olive oil, sherry vinegar
Frankly, most Spaniards drizzle a little really good olive oil and a few drops of vinegar over their greens, and call it a day. They probably wouldn’t use this. But, I’m not a Spaniard and these are all flavors they tend to use, so there you have it. Anyway, it’s good! Continue reading
20 Friday Aug 2021
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black olives, feta cheese, herbs, olive oil, seasoning, zucchini
This is one of those quick little recipes that packs a wallop of flavor! It’s wonderful in summer, but even in the dead of winter, supermarket zucchini will take you back to the lazy days of summer. Serve it with Greek-Style Roasted Potatoes and a supermarket broasted chicken and you’re all set. Continue reading
13 Friday Aug 2021
Posted in Fruit, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces, Tropical Fruit
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This 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
24 Saturday Jul 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Potatoes, Salads, Vegetarian
As you know, we’re now living in the southern US. The South has its own spin on many dishes, and potato salad is no different. As you may also have noted, The Goddess has an affinity for potato salad, so she’s been sampling and asking questions. Continue reading
10 Saturday Jul 2021
Posted in Cheese, Gluten Free, Herbs, Onions, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian Option
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chicken stock, fines herbes, garlic granules, Gruyère cheese, Idaho Russet potatoes, olive oil, onion, Sweet Potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes
Most people I know enjoy scalloped potatoes, or pommes au gratin. They are creamy, cheesy and a great company dish. Sometimes, The Goddess, thinks less, is more. She want to really taste the potatoes, cut the richness (steak or duck doesn’t really need extra richness, do they?) and still have a comforting, delicious, make-ahead side dish…this is the solution. Continue reading
02 Friday Jul 2021
Posted in Chocolate, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces, Shallots
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bay leaf, beef broth, dark chocolate, dry red wine, Garlic, ketchup, olive oil, Ruby port, Shallots, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce
This is a sauce for steak. It’s particularly delicious with bleu cheese. It’s a gorgeous. Its rich, almost creamy mouth-feel, makes for a complex flavor. But, it isn’t complicated to make. And it’s best when made ahead and it reheats very well. Perfect for entertaining. Your guests will feel pampered. Continue reading
27 Sunday Jun 2021
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apricot preserves, Bing cherries, fresh herbs, lime juice, lime zest, Mango, Peaches, Strawberries
This 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
26 Saturday Jun 2021
Aïoli is the quintessential sauce to serve with patatas bravas, the famous fried potato tapa. Actually, aïoli is the perfect sauce for anything fried. Okay. It may be the perfect sauce. Period. It offers you a completely flexible base for any number of wonderful options and is the absolute best dip for French fries. Or shrimp. Or chicken fingers…well, you get the idea! Continue reading
25 Sunday Apr 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, preserves, Strawberries
Once 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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