20 Tuesday Mar 2018
Posted in Appetizers, Cheese, Dip, Garlic, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lemon, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
I love Boursin™ cheese, and I make a pretty decent facsimile, Almost Boursin Cheese Spread (Almost!) in a previous post. So anyway, I was sitting, sipping and musing. Goddesses do that sometimes. You should try it. The things one thinks up…and this was one of those things. Continue reading
17 Saturday Mar 2018
Posted in Black beans, Garlic, Gluten Free, Herbs, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Onions, Peppers, Pressure Cooker, Smoked Neck, Spices, Vegetarian Option
First of all, you’re going to need to read through the recipe for Cuban-Style Black Beans à la Pressure Cooker, because I’m not going to give you a recipe, because it’s the same. This is about technique and cooking times, using the pressure cooker feature on my multi-cooker…it’s a wonder, I tell ya’…. Continue reading
03 Saturday Feb 2018
Posted in Chives, Condiments, Garlic, Gluten Free, Lemon, Sauces
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Aïoli is something you need to know how to make. It’s a basic mayonnaise, but with a good hit of garlic. I don’t tend to make aïoli from scratch, because it doesn’t keep as well, as it contains raw egg yolks. This version, which used purchased mayonnaise, keeps well, is more stable and is just plain delicious. Continue reading
18 Thursday Jan 2018
Posted in Condiments, Gluten Free, Herbs
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Moment of truth? This is really a garnish. In actuality, it’s a garnish that’s a relish, but “Condimento Picado” just sounds so much better than “Minced Relish”, doesn’t it? This is a perfect, tailor-made quick garnish/relish to add a punch of flavor to almost any plain, or simply prepared, protein. Continue reading
23 Thursday Nov 2017
Posted in Casserole, Herbs, Leftovers, Make Ahead, Poultry/Chicken, Supper
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béchamel sauce, Carrots, Celery, chicken broth, cooked chicken, dry white wine, flour tortillas, frozen peas, Garlic, heavy cream, herbs, Leeks, Mushrooms, rice flour, shredded cheese
These probably aren’t what you think of when you think of enchiladas. And that’s okay. Though these aren’t very traditional, they are truly delicious. They are also a great way to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey…timely, huh? Continue reading
04 Saturday Nov 2017
Posted in Buffet Food, Eggplant, Fennel, Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Onions, Peppers, Side Dishes, Squash, Summer, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Winter
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Eggplant, fennel bulb, garlic granules, herbs, Onions, red bell pepper, red pepper flakes, Tomatoes, zucchini
Every now and again, you happen on a dish that’s just perfect. This is that dish. It’s a positively delicious dish. It’s loaded with rich flavors and vivid colors. Though it’s absolutely best made when the garden is overflowing, it transcends seasons. And perhaps best of all, it goes together quickly and is even better made ahead and eaten at room temperature. Continue reading
16 Saturday Sep 2017
Posted in Beef, Braising, Garlic, Gluten Free, Herbs, Main Course, Make Ahead, Slow Cooker, Stock/Broth, Vegetables, Wine
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apple cider vinegar, bacon, bay leaves, broth, brown sugar, Carrots, chuck roast, Dijon mustard, dried figs, Garlic, herbs, lemons, Medjool dates, olive oil, parmesan cheese, parsnip, pearl onions, Prunes, red wine, Spices
I was reading a blog the other day, and I ran across something called Pašticada. So, what’s this about? Not being Croatian, this was new to me, but from what I was reading, this dish is a pretty big deal. For the non-Croatian palate, this may seem like an odd combination of flavors to use with beef—lemons, nutmeg, cloves, prunes and other dried fruit—all braised slowly in red wine and plum brandy. Continue reading
28 Friday Apr 2017
Posted in Condiments, Garlic, Gluten Free, Herbs, Hot Chiles, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
Move over chimichurri! This will be your go-to sauce for the summer. I found this over at the Tasting Table. Those folks come up with some amazing dishes, it’s not surprising to find this gem on their website. And this most certainly is a gem. Continue reading
21 Monday Nov 2016
Posted in Comfort Food, Herbs, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
This is more or less the dressing of my childhood. I love, love, love stuffing or dressing. You can keep the turkey, but keep the dressing coming. This is herby and oniony and just plain wonderful…it wreaks of the holidays. Continue reading
09 Saturday Jan 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Vinaigrettes
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Chives, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Garlic, honey, lemon juice, rice wine vinegar, Shallots, sherry vinegar, tarragon
KayJay, the love of The Eldest One’s life, is a treasure. And on top of that, she makes some of the best salads you will ever care to eat. They are works of art, I tell ‘ya, and this one is no different. The salad is excellent, but the Dijon-Tarragon Vinaigrette is spectacularly good. Continue reading
