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Shrimp-Avocado Cocktail

20 Thursday Sep 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Appetizers, Fruit, Gluten Free, Lunch, Make Ahead, Shrimp, Vegetarian

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bacon, fresh herbs, Haas avocados, horseradish, jalapeño peppers, ketchup, lime juice, onion, Shrimp, Worcestershire sauce

Shrimp-Avocado CocktailThis is a nice alternative to the typical shrimp cocktail.  Also, it has dill.  Dill is an underused herb and it’s a great foil for shrimp.  Ketchup adds a little touch of sweetness and the lemon juice adds a nice little acidic bite…balance.  It’s all about balance, Baby!  Continue reading →

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Seafood Salad with Peaches, Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs

25 Saturday Aug 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Imitation Crabmeat, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Peaches, Snacks

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chile flakes, cilantro, fresh Thai basil, imitation crab meat, lemon zest, lime juice, mayonnaise, Onions, Peaches, sweet peppers, Tomatoes

Seafood Salad with Peaches, Tomatoes and Fresh HerbsWe had a wonderful weekend with The Middle Progeny, The Unbound Reader, who were kind enough to interrupt their busy lives and bring our brilliant granddaughter to the Carolinas.  After they left, the house seemed quiet…too quiet, so I rummaged around in the fridge and ran across some of the leftover Peach-o de Gallo.   Continue reading →

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Croque-Monsieur with Mornay Sauce

07 Thursday Sep 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Breakfast, Brunch, Cheese, Gluten Free Option, Lunch, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Sandwiches, Supper, Vegetarian Option

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brioche bread, Dijon mustard, Gruyère cheese, Ham, mornay sauce, red onions, Swiss cheese

Croque-Monsieur with Mornay SauceFor 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 →

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Fattoush or Panzanella-Why Choose?

13 Tuesday Jun 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free Option, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Salads

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balsamic vinegar, black olives, Bread, cucumbers, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, garlic granules, honey, olive oil, pickled peppers, pita bread, radishes, Scallions, Tomatoes, wine vinegar

Fattoush-Panzanella SaladPanzanella 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 →

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Mediterranean Bean, Sausage & Kale Souppa

26 Wednesday Apr 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Garlic, Gluten Free Option, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Slow Cooker, Soup, Supper, Vegetables, Vegetarian Option

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Bread, broth, Carrots, garbanzo beans, Garlic, herbs, kale, kielbasa, Leeks, onion, parmesan cheese, sweet potato, Tomatoes

Mediterranean Bean, Sausage & Kale SouppaThe 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 →

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Tuna-Avocado Ceviche

23 Sunday Apr 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Appetizers, Corn, Gluten Free, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead, Onions, Peppers, Tuna, Vegetarian

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cherry tomatoes, cilantro, Corn, English cucumber, fresh tuna, Garlic, Haas avocados, jalapeño peppers, lemon juice, lime juice, red onion, sweet pickled peppers

Tuna-Avocado CevicheYesterday 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 →

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Crêpes–Let’s Bring Them Back!

10 Monday Apr 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Brunch, Desserts, Fillings, Lunch, Main Course, Make Ahead

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all-purpose flour, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, melted butter, whole milk

CrêpesCrêpes 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 →

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Fried Eggs, Onions and Avocado Over Rice Breakfast

13 Friday May 2016

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Breakfast, Eggs, Gluten Free, Lunch, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Supper, Vegetarian

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avocados, eggs, onion, Rice, Spices

Fried Eggs and Avocados over Garlic RiceThis 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 →

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Ramen…A Quick, Tasty, Healthy Supper

24 Sunday Jan 2016

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Asian, Comfort Food, Eggs, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian

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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 →

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Pastel de Picadillo Cubano (Cuban Meat Pie)

20 Sunday Dec 2015

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Buffet Food, Cuban, Lunch, Make Ahead, Meat

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cocoa, Corn, Ground beef, Ground pork, onion, Spices

Pastel de Picadillo CubanoIt’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 →

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