14 Friday Feb 2020
Posted in Gluten Free Option, heavy cream, Sauces, Vegetarian Option
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all-purpose flour, butter, chicken broth, dry white wine, heavy cream, lemon juice, Shallots, tarragon
Tarragon is a lovely herb. The French use it extensively. We should use it more. It has a delicate, grassy flavor with a distinct licorice kick. Chicken with Tarragon-Shallot Cream Sauce…a match made in heaven. Continue reading
29 Wednesday Jan 2020
Posted in Main Course, Oregano, Pasta, Shrimp
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black pepper, butter, chicken broth, dry white wine, Garlic, grape tomatoes, lemon zest, olive oil, onion, Oregano, orzo, panko, parmesan cheese, parsley, Shrimp, summer squash
The original recipe is from Southern Living Magazine. But, we were introduced to this delicious dish at a friend’s house. These are the kinds of friends you want to have! We came almost an hour late and they still fed us. And Laurie shared the recipe…a good friend, indeed. Continue reading
06 Sunday Oct 2019
Posted in Carrots, Fennel, Garlic, Gluten Free, Lamb, Make Ahead, Sauces
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carrot, chicken broth, fennel bulb, fresh herbs, Garlic, ground lamb, lemon zest, olive oil, onion, pasta, pecorino cheese, red wine, Spices, Tomatoes
Lamb makes a wonderful sauce to splash over pasta, or better yet, cheese-filled tortellini. This version of ragú is wonderfully complex, with a deliciously interesting combination of herbs and spices. This is company fare. 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
23 Thursday Nov 2017
Posted in Casserole, Herbs, Leftovers, Make Ahead, Poultry/Chicken, Supper
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béchamel sauce, Carrots, Celery, chicken broth, cooked chicken, dry white wine, flour tortillas, frozen peas, Garlic, heavy cream, herbs, Leeks, Mushrooms, rice flour, shredded cheese
These probably aren’t what you think of when you think of enchiladas. And that’s okay. Though these aren’t very traditional, they are truly delicious. They are also a great way to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey…timely, huh? Continue reading
14 Friday Apr 2017
Posted in Fillings, Gluten Free Option, Latin Food, Main Course, Poultry/Chicken
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avocado, chicken broth, cilantro, cooked chicken, Corn, crêpes, cumin, flour, green chiles, guajillo chile powder, heavy cream, lime juice, lime zest, Mexican cheese blend, salsa, Scallions, sour cream
This is a savory option for our crêpes. It’s pretty much a chicken enchilada, but with crêpes, duh. The sauce is lovely and loaded with flavor. Even though it has heavy cream, using broth lightens the sauce. Continue reading
01 Saturday Apr 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Sauces
It IS all about the sauce. And this is the perfect sauce for pork chops or tenderloin. It’s one of those make-in-the-pan-you-cooked-the-pork-in-sauces. It’s quick and easy to prepare and the pan drippings make a perfect base. Continue reading
28 Saturday Feb 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Latin Food, Main Course, Slow Cooker
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Chicken, chicken broth, gluten free, herbs, Lime, Rice, smoked paprika, Spices, Tomatoes
Arroz con Pollo is part of The Latin Lover’s childhood. He likes this version, because it has tons of flavor, with just a bit of smoky heat. This is a fix-it-and-forget-it meal, thanks to the slow cooker; dinner will be ready when you come home and the aroma…baby, life is good! Continue reading
02 Monday Feb 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Soup, Vegetarian
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beef broth, Broccoli, Carrots, chicken broth, Fennel, Green beans, Onions, Parsnips, turnips
I know we’re supposed to be done with soups, but the snow is coming down by the bushel, there’s already 10 inches (25cm) on the ground and it’s still coming down. Therefore, being the benevolent Goddess that I am, I’m giving you 2, count ’em t-w-o, recipes today. The first is yet another soup, but it’s nice and simple. I have no idea why I called this Heathen Gypsy Soup…maybe because the ingredients in this soup would be readily available anywhere and would make it easy to prepare, given the nomadic qualities of the gypsy life-style. Who knows on what level The Goddess’s mind operates (or doesn’t!)? Anyway, I just ate a bowl for lunch and decided it was worth sharing after all. It’s really just a good, straight-up vegetable soup. You roast the vegetables (around the campfire where you are singing and dancing and doing other gypsy things…no stereo-types here, huh?), then make the soup. Or better yet, use leftover roasted vegetables from last night’s dinner and cut the cooking time in half. It’s a win-win either way. The real key to this soup, is to simply use whatever vegetables you have lurking in your fridge. Continue reading
