26 Tuesday Dec 2017
Posted in Condiments, Dry Rubs/Spice Blends, Gluten Free, Make Ahead
We’ve already talked about the spectacularly delicious tea, Lapsang Souchong Oolong. It’s smoky and makes an interesting cup of tea. But, I like to use the tea for cooking. It is just the perfect addition to this simple dry rub for meat. You can use it on other things, but it positively sings on beef…we’re talking a full-fledged aria. Continue reading
16 Saturday Sep 2017
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basamic vinegar, black pepper, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, kosher salt, lemon juice, olive oil, Shallots, sriracha, Tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce
This isn’t exactly a salsa in the Mexican-dip-for-tortilla chips sense, but more of an uncooked, chunky thick sauce…maybe a dressing? But, no matter what you call it, it’s a nice change of pace and it’s delicious. It’s great over a steak, on a burger or even on chicken. This is just perfect for summer, when tomatoes come rolling in. Continue reading
14 Sunday May 2017
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mushrooms, Soup, Vegetarian
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bacon bits, black pepper, butter, chicken broth base, dried mushrooms, dry white wine, fresh chives, garlic granules, heavy cream, Leeks, lemon juice, Mushrooms, rice flour, Thyme, whole milk
The Spicy Honey loves his mushroom soup. Usually, he’s happy with the canned stuff, but this is so simple to make; it is really soooooo delicious. I thought I probably should share the recipe. Because, you need to make this. Continue reading
16 Thursday Mar 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces, Vegetarian
I thought I’d posted this already, but I guess I overlooked it…and that’s bad. Really bad. Because this is spectacularly good with Corned Beef with Beer Gravy and it’s that time of year. When The Progeny are around the table, I have to make huge quantities, because it truly is…all…about…this…sauce! Continue reading
09 Friday Dec 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Sauces
It’s all about the sauce. It really is. But, you already know this. A sauce can make the ordinary, a truly extraordinary culinary experience. So, we’re going to talk about sauces over the next little while. Let’s go…. Continue reading
19 Tuesday Jul 2016
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I know, I know. Everyone knows how to microwave sweet corn. That’s nothing new. But, this method was new to me—cooking the corn with the husks and silk intact! It works like a charm, it’s unbelievably simple and most importantly, it is absolutely delicious. Continue reading
08 Friday Jul 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salad Dressing
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anchovy paste, black pepper, Garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce
Caesar salad is such a classic, that it is very difficult to improve on that classic. And you absolutely can, and should make the dressing from scratch in the classic mayonnaise style. But, every now and then, it’s good to have this little recipe in your apron pocket. Continue reading
30 Thursday Jun 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead, Marinade, Poultry/Chicken, Spanish
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black pepper, Chicken, cumin, Garlic, honey, lime juice, salt
This is perhaps one of The Goddess’s favorite recipes. She could live on this. Originally she marinated whole chickens, then she grilled them over indirect heat. It doesn’t get much better than that. Continue reading
20 Friday May 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Shellfish/Mollusks
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black pepper, butter, buttermilk, Cornmeal, gluten free, kosher salt, Meyer lemons, milk, rice flour, soft-shelled crabs, Spices, white wine
Hurray! It’s soft-shelled crab time! They are back in season. Soft-shells are only around for a couple of weeks, so get some and enjoy them now. Keep it simple, with a light breading and a nice big drizzle of great Meyer Lemon-Brown Butter Sauce….mmmmmmmm…life is great! Continue reading
25 Thursday Jun 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salad Dressing, Vegetarian
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black pepper, Garlic, herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, sour, vinegar, yogurt
Recently, I’ve been thinking about bleu cheese. This naturally leads me to bleu cheese dressing. Don’t you love bleu cheese and bleu cheese dressing? You know, the really chunky kind. You can certainly buy it, but making your own is fun and you can choose how much bleu cheese you use. And you’ll want to use a lot. Continue reading
