Father’s Day is just around the corner – so, what are you going to grill?I ask “grill,” rather than just “prepare,” because that’s what all dads love, right? – They love to throw something on the barbie, soak up the outdoors, and chill.Whether you throw Dad the apron for this recipe, or marinate and BBQ…
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Honestly, how could you not absolutely love everything about Thai food? It’s clean, it’s fresh, it’s sweet, it’s salty, it’s spicy, it’s both pungent and fragrant, and it’s so very satisfying. I have to admit, it’s been awhile since I’ve treated myself to anything of the “Thai” variety. You see, I’m a softie when it…
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Not too long ago, I was presented with a challenge. Challenge accepted. Mission accomplished. As a way of helping you to meet your daily cactus requirements, I have successfully transformed these crazy looking spiny paddles, leaves, or “nopales” into a delicious and completely refreshing salad, with shrimp! So refreshing, in fact, you’ll swear you’re living in coastal…
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After a delightful evening of wine tasting, my heart fell in love with the French Gigondas set before me. I really mean it. I fell in LOVE with this wine. I sat and pondered the possibilities of pairing an immaculate meal with this smooth, velvety and delicate bottle of pleasure. I determined it truly must…
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Wow. That’s a mouthful. It’s a mouthful to say – but when your mouth is full, you won’t be sorry. This is a story of Beauty and the Beast. ~ The Beauty is the romantic Romanesco. Searching high and low, I finally got my hands on this spiraly, bright green gem. I’ve been coveting it…
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I’ve been dying to delve into the kitchen to try the famous “scotch eggs” widely consumed in the Paleo community. I have to admit, though, they have been a bit intimidating. Most recipes bread and fry the little boogers. That’s not for me. But baking the meaty eggs to a crispy crust, while maintaining a bright…
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More than excited about the salmon I received from my brother-in-law’s fishing trip to Alaska, this meal has been a long time coming. Of course the salmon was flash frozen and not “fresh caught,” but here in Colorado, that’s the best we can do. I’ve been formulating this particular flavor combo for a few weeks….
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I’ve been dreaming of preparing this dish for weeks now. I’ve not yet discovered why there are so many times in my life when I consistently and repeatedly procrastinate the process of something I know in my heart will result in nothing but loveliness and joy. It just simply happens. …and this dish was both…
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En papillote is French for “in parchment”, or al cartoccio in Italian. This is a method of cooking in which the food is put into a folded pouch or parcel and then baked. The parcel is typically made from folded parchment paper, but other material, such as a paper bag or aluminum foil, may be used. The parcel holds in moisture to steam the food. The…
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This meal was a hit a few weeks ago – but without the opportunity to document and photograph the goodness. Thus, I took it upon myself to recreate. It was worth it. In fact, the first time the food filled the bowl and passed the lips of my better half, we experienced one of the…
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