15 Friday Jun 2018
Posted in cream cheese, Dip, Gluten Free, Pickles
I’m calling this a schmear. But, you can call it whatever your little heart desires…a dip, a spread, a condiment…you get the picture. If you enjoy dill pickles, you’re going to love this. It is THE perfect “special sauce” to schmear on a burger! Think about it…. Continue reading
09 Tuesday Jan 2018
Posted in Calamari, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces
If there’s calamari on the menu, The Goddess will be ordering some. Calamari, when well prepared, is a feast to behold. Crispy on the outside, a slight sweetness and meltingly tender on the inside. Delicious. Continue reading
27 Wednesday Dec 2017
Posted in Beef, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Roast
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butter, egg yolks, peppercorns, prime rib beef roast, seasonings, tarragon, white wine, white wine vinegar
Everyone should know how and feel comfortable making Prime Rib…It is Perfection! The process for this “perfection”, is what’s referred to as a “reverse sear”. It produces an incredibly delicious slab of meat. We’re talking salivatingly delicious. Continue reading
20 Friday Oct 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetables, Vegetarian Option
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apple cider, bacon, caraway, onion, sauerkraut, seasonings, Wine
The Goddess has been harking back to her roots recently. Perhaps it was “The Purge”, as she affectionately refers to the process of ridding herself of years of accumulated junk treasures. That, and the fact that she adores sauerkraut. Continue reading
20 Friday Oct 2017
Posted in Breasts, Buffet Food, Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead
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As I mentioned in the recent Czech-German Sauerkraut post, I served these lovely breasts with the sauerkraut, instead of the more traditional pork. Turns out, to be rather tasty and I will make this for The Latin Lover, sans the sauerkraut. Continue reading
02 Sunday Oct 2016
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Marinade, Poultry/Chicken, Skillet Dinner
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This was fantastic fried chicken. Not only does this taste fantastic, but you can use up leftover pickle juice. Yeah, I know. Most people simply pour it down the sink, but The Goddess hates waste, so this was the perfect solution. And it brings back a wonderful childhood memory…my mother’s fried chicken. Continue reading
23 Friday Sep 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian
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bell pepper, Celery, Corn, Dijon mustard, garbanzo beans, Green beans, honey, kidney beans, olive oil, Potatoes, radishes, red onion, seasonings, vinegar
I love Three Bean Salad. It always seems to be on the summer dinner tables, but it is truly good all year long. Anyway, I was hungry for it, but I decided to make a slightly different version than the one my mother made, which I have always loved. I added corn and potatoes. It works. It works well. Continue reading
05 Friday Aug 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Grain, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Seasoning
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I had a soft-shelled crab sandwich for breakfast. Isn’t that a terrific way to begin the day? It was truly delicious; I’m still thinking about it. I think I’ve mentioned this coating before, but I don’t think I’ve posted it for you. So here it is—the perfect “dredge”. Continue reading
20 Wednesday Jul 2016
Posted in Main Course, Pasta, Vegetarian
I do love to read The New York Times (NYT). And don’t get me started on their Sunday crossword. The Eldest Progeny and I tend to share that joy whenever he’s around, but every other Sunday, it’s mine. All mine. Continue reading
16 Saturday Jul 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Salmon
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fresh herbs, Garlic, honey, lemon juice, lemon slices, olive oil, Salmon, Scallions, seasonings, Tomatoes
I’ve been thinking about Greek flavors recently. Who knows why? Maybe it’s the warm weather. Those flavors—oregano, lemon, garlic, just seem so say, “Summer is here”. And salmon is the perfect foil for these flavors. Continue reading
