03 Wednesday Feb 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Lemon, Main Course, raisins, Whitefish
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bell peppers, dry white wine, green olives, Lemon, lemon juice, Onions, orange juice, Spices, whitefish fillets
Sicilian cooking is really fusion cooking. The Moors were in Sicily in the 10th and 11th centuries, and they brought all kinds of good things, like, apricots, sugar, citrus, sweet melons, rice, saffron, raisins, nutmeg, clove, pepper, pine nuts and cinnamon. This recipe is sort of an homage to the Moorish presence. Continue reading
29 Friday Jan 2021
Posted in Eggplant, Fennel, Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, Mediterranean Flavors, Soup, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
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diced tomatoes, dry chicken base, dry white wine, Eggplant, fennel bulb, garlic granules, herbs, olive oil, onion, parmesan rinds, parmigiano reggiano cheese, sour dough bread, sugar, tomatoe paste
We’ve done Eggplant Parmesan Soup, lo those many years ago, when we began this little adventure. I loved that version, but as you must be sick to death of hearing, The Goddess is a Being who enjoys change…and it just so happens she had some really nice fennel, ergo this version was born! Continue reading
28 Thursday Jan 2021
Posted in Braising, Fennel, Garlic, Gluten Free, Lemon, Make Ahead, Onions, Thyme, Veal
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artichoke hearts, butter, chicken stock, Chives, fennel bulb, Garlic, lemon zest, Onions, pearl onions, Thyme, unflavored gelatin, Veal, white wine
I haven’t cooked a veal breast in years. The last one I made was stuffed and it was good, but…. Well, let’s put it this way, it didn’t make my taste buds do cartwheels. This one, which is based on Jacques Pépin’s recipe, does! Continue reading
24 Sunday Jan 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Middle Eastern Flavors, Rice, Vegetarian Option
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barberries, broth, Garlic, Leeks, Mint, olive oil, orange zest, raw rice, Shallots
This is a nice change of pace from regular rice. Truth be told, The Goddess isn’t too enamored with rice. Oh, it has its purpose. Rice is good as a sponge to suck up sauces, but The Goddess will always, always take potatoes. But, this rice…mmmmm! This rice pilaf is delicious. Continue reading
02 Saturday Jan 2021
Posted in Dairy, Eggs, Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Sauces
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cayenne pepper, cornstarch, half and half, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, tarragon, whole egg, whole milk
No, you didn’t misread that. This is “almost” hollandaise sauce. It looks like it. It tastes like it…so what’s the deal? Well, no butter! Yes! Now you’re asking, why, for the love of all that’s holy in the kitchen, wouldn’t you want butter in a hollandaise sauce? Let’s face it, hollandaise has to be made last minute…it really does. It doesn’t reheat well and it’s a bit on the rich side, right? This has all the really good properties of a real-deal hollandaise sauce, but without the drawbacks…and you can have more without feeling like over-stuffed! Continue reading
30 Wednesday Dec 2020
Posted in Appetizers, Cheese, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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cheddar, Chives, cream cheese, Greek-style yogurt, parsley flakes, red onion, Worcestershire sauce
At our house, a cheese ball is synonymous with the holiday buffet table. I it’s perfect holiday food…best made ahead, keeps well and is just plain delicious. Have you ever really tasted a bad cheese ball? I haven’t, but this one is stellar. Continue reading
20 Sunday Dec 2020
Posted in Asian, Gluten Free Option, Main Course, Poultry/Chicken
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black bean sauce, chicken pieces, cornstarch, Garlic, ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, scallion, soy sauce, sriracha, tomato paste
This General Tso’s chicken is different, not the usual take-out variety. First, the chicken isn’t diced, but left in pieces and then roasted. Secondly, this really combines General Tso’s sauce with some orange zest and juice, creating the best of both worlds, General Tso’s and Orange chicken. Both of The Goddess’s favorites, rolled into one lovely dish. Continue reading
18 Friday Dec 2020
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Nuts, Spices, Vegetarian
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almonds, Cashews, egg white, kosher salt, maple sugar, maple syrup, peanuts, pecans, Spices, Walnuts, Worcestershire sauce
I received a jar of delicious mixed nuts for my birthday. The Unbound Reader and Middle Son, we the source of this goodness. These nuts (not the children!) were addictive. I’m certain you noticed that past tense reference. They were crisp, ever so slightly sweet and salty, with a really savory spice flavor. Well, I thought it worthwhile to try and reproduce them in far greater quantity. This is that experiment. Continue reading
12 Saturday Dec 2020
Posted in Bread, Breakfast, Herbs, Lunch, Make Ahead, Parmesan, Spices, Vegetarian Option
Not a very sexy title, is that? I was going to call it “The Tale of Two Coils” but, I decided a straight-forward, actual description was the way to go. So here we are. And it’s a pretty delicious place to be. This is my basic, go to roll dough recipe, but with options! Continue reading
04 Friday Dec 2020
Posted in Braising, Eggplant, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mint, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option
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Asian eggplants, bell pepper, broth, chili garlic sauce, Eggplant, Garlic, ghee, Mushrooms, Onions, pomegranate molasses, rice flour, Spices, Walnuts
I love eggplant…my favorite ways are usually the way the Asian use them. Salty, sweet with a crispy exterior and a creamy interior…but, then there’s baba ganoush. And the Brazilians serve it simply grilled, with maybe a drizzle of olive oil and vinegar. Okay…so it really doesn’t matter in what cuisine the flavors lay, I’m there for eggplant! Continue reading
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