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 […]
Trader Joes
Sassy Sausage & Peppers
Sausage and peppers is a classic comfort food and it’s so easy to make. Sometimes I add chopped tomatoes to have more juice that soaks into the roll, mmmm. This time I added tiny portabella mushrooms because I had them in the fridge and they add a “meatier” taste – you know, cuz I’m trying […]
Turning Japanese, I Really Think So
Wow, I feel so healthy! This week I dined at Au Lac in Fountain Valley, a restaurant that specializes in what they call Humanese cuisine with an extensive menu of raw and vegan Asian dishes with a few Italian and American staples such as spaghetti, pizza, and burgers. Au Lac has been serving healthy vegan […]