29 Sunday Sep 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mediterranean Flavors, Oregano, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
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Dijon mustard, dried oregano, Garlic, honey, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, vegetable oil, wine vinegar
Recently I had the privilege of breaking bread, well pita, with an incredibly talented and sharp woman. Her family has been a part of our lives for over two decades! Where does the time go? Anyway, we dined at Mythos, in Burlington, Ontario. The dinner was delicious, but their Greek salad was divine. Continue reading
11 Wednesday Sep 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Herbs, Potatoes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
I’ve never met a potato that I didn’t love. Potato versatility is, without a doubt, endless. But, what the Greeks do with potatoes, is heavenly. These are the perfect side dish. And on a busy day, they go together so quickly, you can easily make them for dinner. They are perfect with a nice lemony, roasted chicken. Or better yet, buy a supermarket roasted chicken. Sometimes life just needs to be that easy. Continue reading
01 Sunday Sep 2019
Posted in Appetizers, Eggplant, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
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bell peppers, capers, currants, Eggplant, garlic granules, herbs, leek, pistachios, pomegranate molasses, Tomatoes, white wine
Caponata is incredibly delicious. It is the perfect end-of-the-summer-garden dish to prepare. This version “twisted” or “evolved”, as I was searching through the garden. Only it’s roots are traditional. Then it wanders. And it wanders into pretty, delicious territory. Continue reading
31 Saturday Aug 2019
Posted in Cake, Chocolate, Comfort Food, Vegetarian
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baking soda, Bing cherries, cherry brandy, cocoa, coffee, espresso powder, flour, Greek-style yogurt, salt, sugar, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, vinegar
The Goddess likes cake. Yes, she does. She doesn’t have much of a sweet tooth, but chocolate cake is so good for breakfast. This recipe is a riff on that old Peg Bracken cake from her “I Hate to Cook” cookbook. In her recipe, you mix the cake right in the pan you’re going to bake it in. It was a drop-dead easy recipe and had such a good flavor, so naturally The Goddess tossed in some bing cherries…naturally. Continue reading
30 Friday Aug 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead, Slow Cooker, Soup, Vegetarian
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Beer, Carrots, dried mushrooms, Garlic, Legumes, Onions, Spices, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes
As you know, The Goddess does vegetables, but not really into the vegetarian thing. She loves her burgers, chicken and pork! But, sometimes a person needs to get outside their little world and wander a bit. This is what happens when she wanders off the beaten path…. Continue reading
25 Sunday Aug 2019
Posted in Condiments, Gluten Free, Herbs, Seasoning, Vegetarian
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This is one of those wonderful seasoning blends that you’ll use on all sorts of things. Herb Salt makes pretty much everything taste better, particularly potatoes. But, don’t limit yourself. Try it on everything…you might want to spare that cheesecake, but if it’s savory…. Continue reading
24 Saturday Aug 2019
Posted in Bars, Cookies, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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all-purpose flour, baking powder, butter, chocolate chips, eggs, light brown sugar, Maldon sea salt, pecans, vanilla extract, white sugar
These are rich and chewy, with bits of crunchy, toasted pecans, gooey chocolate and coconut…and they’re just plain good. So pour the coffee and invite a friend…. Continue reading
16 Friday Aug 2019
Posted in Eggplant, Gluten Free, grapes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
Vini da Arturo, in Venice, makes this incredibly simple, but delicious dish. It’s perfect for summer and it’s gets better the next day. Bring this to the next potluck BBQ. Continue reading
14 Wednesday Aug 2019
Posted in Dairy, Desserts, Fruit, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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cane sugar, condensed milk, corn syrup, eggs, evaporated milk, half and half, vanilla extract, yellow cake
Tres Leches is the perfect dessert for entertaining. It’s rich, delicious and must be made ahead of time. Did I mention it’s mind-bendingly delicious? You really can’t overstate the delicious-ness quotient. Continue reading
02 Friday Aug 2019
Posted in cucumbers, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegetarian
When the thermometer hits the higher ranges and you feel yourself melting, there’s something so completely refreshing about a cucumber salad, served very cold. There are probably hundreds of versions, but this one has radishes for extra color and crunch…it’s a keeper. Continue reading
