07 Thursday Sep 2017
For years I’ve seen Croque-Monsieur on menus and thought, “hmmm, a grilled cheese made into French toast…” Thanks, but I think I’ll pass. Then, I had this version…with béchamel…mmmm. Continue reading
13 Tuesday Jun 2017
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Salads
Tags
balsamic vinegar, black olives, Bread, cucumbers, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, garlic granules, honey, olive oil, pickled peppers, pita bread, radishes, Scallions, Tomatoes, wine vinegar
Panzanella or Fattoush? That is the question. In reality, they are pretty much the same salad…and yet, not. That makes no sense, does it? At their roots, they are both bread salads, with good veggies tossed in. But it is all about the bread or the pita, and with this version, you don’t have to choose between the two…Fattoush-azella! Continue reading
26 Wednesday Apr 2017
Posted in Garlic, Gluten Free Option, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Slow Cooker, Soup, Supper, Vegetables, Vegetarian Option
Tags
Bread, broth, Carrots, garbanzo beans, Garlic, herbs, kale, kielbasa, Leeks, onion, parmesan cheese, sweet potato, Tomatoes
The Tuscans have their Ribollita. The Galicians have their Caldo Gallego. The Lisbonites have their Caldo Verde. And we, have this “Souppa”. Most cultures have some similar soup, a simple, nutritious, inexpensive and delicious soup or stew, using what’s on hand. This is peasant food, at its very best. Continue reading
23 Sunday Apr 2017
Posted in Appetizers, Corn, Gluten Free, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Onions, Peppers, Tuna, Vegetarian
Tags
cherry tomatoes, cilantro, Corn, English cucumber, fresh tuna, Garlic, Haas avocados, jalapeño peppers, lemon juice, lime juice, red onion, sweet pickled peppers
Yesterday The Goddess very pointedly told you not to use oily fish for ceviche. Clearly, she’s not to be trusted. Because today, here she is, using tuna in ceviche. So, it turns out that tuna (and I have used salmon—horrors!) is really quite lovely in ceviche. Continue reading
10 Monday Apr 2017
Posted in Brunch, Desserts, Fillings, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead
Crêpes are wonderfully flexible, but not eaten nearly enough. They seem to have become passé. They’re no longer as exotic or sexy, as they once were. And, it’s a damn shame, I tell you. So let’s bring them back. Continue reading
13 Friday May 2016
Posted in Breakfast, Eggs, Gluten Free, Lunch, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Supper, Vegetarian
This was supper today. This is pure comfort. It’s been a long day, I was tired and I had leftover garlic rice, a nice, plump ripe avocado, eggs and onion and these flavors are crazy good together. This is a great breakfast and dish, too. MMMmmmm…. Continue reading
24 Sunday Jan 2016
Posted in Asian, Comfort Food, Eggs, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian
Tags
eggs, Garlic, hoisin sauce, onion, ramen, sriracha sauce, vegetables
Ramen noodles are good. I don’t care what anyone says, they are a quick and easy lunch, snack or as here, dinner. The folks over at epicurious.com recently published something on Korean ramen, that messes with the cooking procedure. They could be on to something…. Continue reading
20 Sunday Dec 2015
Posted in Buffet Food, Cuban, Lunch, Make Ahead, Meat
Tags
It’s the time of year when the buffet table is front and center for many celebrations. At least at The Goddess’s house, it is. And The Latin Lover has been eating all sorts of good Cuban food in Miami and he’s returning for the holidays…his gift to me, whether he knows it or not! This Pastel de Picadillo Cubano is perfect for him. Continue reading
18 Friday Dec 2015
Posted in Appetizers, Bread, Buffet Food, Lunch, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
Tags
This came about because there’s a great sandwich at The Kitchen, which is in the lobby of the Hartford Public Library. It’s part of Billings Forge Community Works and indeed, they do good great things with the community. Please check out their website. But, The Kitchen is a bright and lovely place to grab a bite for lunch. They have some great offerings, but, “The-Butter-Me-Up” grilled sandwich is what inspired this “croute”. Continue reading
07 Saturday Nov 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Option
Tags
bacon, broth, Brussels Sprouts, heavy cream, Mushrooms, Onions, Potatoes
The Goddess loves Brussels Sprouts…they’re mini heads of cabbage for goodness sake. Who wouldn’t love them? This is a version of the soup I make in the autumn and winter months, but it is perfect for an after Thanksgiving meal. It’s filling without being too heavy, it will warm you to your soul… Continue reading
