With the arrival of spring, I’ve been jazzing it up in the kitchen with some exotic spices, my current obsessions are Moroccan and Indian spices like Ras el Hanout, various curries, and tamarind. Nothing complicated – I enjoy changing things up, hearing the satisfied Mmmm’s around the table, and knowing that I’m serving my family a delicious […]
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Asparagus and Potato Frittata
This is the third in my series of asparagus recipes for spring – the first was a wonderfully Creamy Asparagus Soup made with no dairy, the second was a simple Roasted Asparagus with an array of suggested “toppings” , and now, Asparagus and Potato Frittata. Frittatas are such a versatile dish: you can use almost […]
Morrocan Swordfish
I’ve been posting a lot of fish recipes lately because we’re trying to eat less red meat and this weekend was no exception, especially since The Don returned from a very successful show in Fort Worth, TX where beef rules (just ask Oprah). I adapted this recipe from one found in Cooking Light. Cumin, cinnamon, and ginger are common spices in Morrocan cuisine, so I have dubbed this delicious dish: Moroccan Swordfish…
Roasted Asparagus
Second in my series of super easy asparagus recipes; roasting asparagus, or any vegetable, brings out its natural sweetness. This is one time where thicker spears work better than thin ones so the asparagus doesn’t get tough and stringy. You can even make these in your toaster oven – I do.
Asparagus Three Ways
When you see asparagus in the markets you know spring has arrived! Here in southern California we may not realize it as much as folks who have lived through months of snow and bitter cold but, like golden daffodils, the way asparagus suddenly pokes its head from still-thawing soil, it too is a harbinger of […]
Halibut with Heirloom Tomatoes
This dish was a “No Recipe” creation. Like a lot of the things I cook, I take inventory of the refrigerator and pantry contents, picture the end result, and use my taste memory to settle on flavors that complement each other. This takes some experience in cooking – it’s like anything else, the more you […]
Potato and Leek Soup
With tomorrow being St. Patrick’s Day, I’ve had Irish on my mind. Unlike many revelers on the Day of the Green, we’re not just Irish one day a year, The Don is of Irish/Scottish descent, his grandmother’s name was Bridgette O’Rourke – that’s about as Irish as you can get! So, besides the rustic, stick-to-your-ribs […]
It’s no blarney – Irish Soda Bread
For St. Patrick’s Day I decided to stray from the usual corned beef and cabbage and bake a rustic bread straight from the Irish countryside. It has a crunchy crust and a heartiness of texture that would have fueled an Irish lad or lass through the day’s toil. Perfect with the Potato Leek soup that […]
$50 Safeway/Vons Giveaway
Recently I did a review on Yoplait’s Fiber One yogurt because I’m interested in healthy foods that are available in grocery stores. Fiber One has the creamy, delicious taste you expect from Yoplait, is an excellent source of calcium and Vitamins A & D, and has 5 grams of fiber. That’s 20% of the recommended […]
Green Goddess Dip
This vegan dip was a snap to make – especially with the new mini food processor I picked up at Sur La Table. A quick stop at the Apple Store led me to meander across the way to Sur la Table – Crystal Court at South Coast Plaza is shopping heaven for techie, or techie […]