Grilled Sambal Chicken

This recipe can be cooked on skewers or the chicken can be left whole and grilled that way.

Maple Roasted Vegetables

So, I’m walking through the grocery store with my husband trying to set our Thanksgiving menu, when he springs the news that Brussels’ Sprouts are not one of his favorites. I had seen a recipe for some wrapped in bacon that I thought would be great! Now what? I looked down and saw a recipe…

Brussels Sprouts Skewers with Balsamic Reduction

Guess who’s family likes Brussels sprouts?  Who knew?  So we have them at every get together.  Brussels sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin C.  Here’s another way to serve them sort of appetizer style.

Garlic Shrimp and White Beans

This is another request from my husband. He found it on Epicurious. I’m all for anything that includes beans. They are filling and I love their texture. This recipe calls for white beans, like cannellini, but I used a combo of cannellini and Italian Romano because I love the softness of the Romano. Right from…

Vegetarian Reuben

The Reuben sandwich is purported to have come from the former Reuben’s Delicatessen in New York City in 1914. The is a Vegetarian version created by Todd Ginsberg.

Sweaty Meat

Mmmmmm…Sounds delicious, no?  No.  But that is the English translation of Carne Sudada, one of my Colombian husband’s favorite meals.  It is a Colombian version of beef stew.  Well enough of that. This stew can be made in a pressure cooker or regular stove top.  I like the flavor you get from the pressure cooker and…

Chilled Corn Soup

This soup is served by Chef Sungchul (Sung) Shim of Neta, in NYC’s West Village, as an alternative to Gazpacho.  He garnishes with cod fritters, , chive oil, and edible flowers.  He suggest optional garnishes for the home cook:  Shrimp, crab, lobster, chives, sour cream, creme fraiche, cilantro, fried or shallots. Ingredients 10 ears of corn…

Homemade Flavored Oils

By flavored oils, I mean for salad, bread dipping, or for cooking.  I make some with extra-virgin olive oil so you can just sprinkle it over your tossed salad and squeeze a little fresh lemon juice or lime over top.  Add salt and pepper, if you like.  For cooking, it is better to use regular…