02 Wednesday Dec 2015
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The Goddess wishes to remind you that food banks always need donations, particularly at this time of year. They need donations all year long, but at the holidays, no one should have to go hungry. Please be thoughtful and be as generous as possible. Continue reading
01 Tuesday Dec 2015
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Poultry/Chicken, Soup, Vegetarian Option
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I will tell you unabashedly, that I got the idea for this soup from the fantastic Marcus Samuelsson, chef/owner of The Red Rooster in Harlem. Watching him cook is like watching a flawless ballet performance, but with sharp knives and flames. He also happens to have spectacularly, nuanced taste buds. Continue reading
28 Saturday Nov 2015
Posted in Appetizers, Buffet Food, Cuban, Make Ahead, Poultry/Chicken
Cuban Chicken Pie is totally different from what we non-Cubans think of as chicken pie…there’s no cream, no carrots and celery and the crust is totally different, more cake-like, than short and flaky. This is for The Honorary Gal-Pal and did I mention that it’s delicioso? Continue reading
26 Thursday Nov 2015
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The Goddess thinks that periodically we should spend some time thinking about our lives. You know, counting our blessings and most of us have at least something to feel blessed about. She has The Latin Lover, The Three Beings, their wives and lovers and all of you who bear with her ramblings and read this blog every now and again. Continue reading
23 Monday Nov 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Nuts, Side Dishes, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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Thanksgiving dinner is really only as good as its sides! Brussels sprouts, roasted to perfection with grapes and a dusting of toasted Marcona almonds is an excellent addition to Thanksgiving dinner. And they can be done ahead and reheated or served at room temperature. Continue reading
15 Sunday Nov 2015
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, Sauces, Side Dishes
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broth, fat, flour, seasonings
The Sons and The Latin Lover revere gravy as if it’s an elixir that brings the Wisdom of the Ages to those that consume it. You know, like a food group unto itself. Continue reading
14 Saturday Nov 2015
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
I posted this last year, but I think it’s work repeating, because well, it’s that time of year and we’re talking mashed potatoes…pure comfort food. They are smooth, creamy and soft, the perfect foil for butter or gravy. Potatoes are incredibly nutritious and by themselves relatively low cal; it’s the stuff we add that run up the calorie count, but…these are guiltless. Continue reading
07 Saturday Nov 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Option
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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
06 Friday Nov 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead, Vegetarian Option
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bell pepper, currants, Eggplant, feta cheese, Mint, onion, pistachios, pork, Spices
Eggplant is a favorite around The Goddess’s abode. It’s one of those blank canvas-types of foods, like zucchini and white bread. Stuffed eggplant is a one-dish wonder and this one is particularly interesting, with addition of chorizo sausage, mint, currants and feta cheese. Continue reading
31 Saturday Oct 2015
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Just recently the World Health Organization (WHO) published some findings regarding processed foods. You probably heard about this and all the hoopla around it. This sort of thing makes The Goddess crazy…well, crazier! Many times it’s misleading, and in some cases, flat-out wrong. Continue reading
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