Another one of those days in the kitchen where I simply felt like I had to DO. I was compelled. First I baked five dozen gluten-free cookies. Next I made a meatloaf. I still wasn’t satisfied. I needed more time in my creative cove. So, I settled for Red Rice & Chicken.With a sautéed mirepoix,…
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Cardamom is an essential spice in my kitchen.It may not be party of your pantry staples, but I certainly always have it on hand.It’s fragrant and aromatic, refreshing, yet comforting. And, believe it or not, it blends with a variety of other flavors to create interest and inspiration in recipes.The other day, as I was…
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I simply cannot recall a time or date when I was NOT in the mood for peanut butter. The creamy, sweet, savory wonderful magic is simply a treat to be enjoyed anytime…any day.Thus, I concede to baking cookies – again! This time, it’s peanut butter cookies (well, again), with a little “white chocolatey” note. There’s…
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It’s thick. It’s creamy. It’s vegan. It’s warming SOUP. And, it contains lemongrass, lime, coconut, and parsnips. Are you drooling yet? Vegan Parsnip Lime Lemongrass Coconut Soup 4 Tbs. vegan butter (or olive oil)2 medium shallots, dicedsea salt4 large parsnips, peeled and chopped1 large stalk lemongrass, diced4 cups vegetable broth2 cups coconut milkjuice and zest…
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One afternoon on the way to yoga, I saw some acorns scattered across the sidewalk. I started thinking.Who eats acorns, other than the squirrels?I did a bit of research and discovered the protein, carbohydrate, and fat packed “nut” was actually quite popular during both WWI and WWII in Korea and Japan. It was consumed in…
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As I sat and listened to my friend’s recollection of her day, she mentioned making a big pot of soup! Yum!!! I’m a soup lover in the cold winter months. Soup is warming, soothing, and so nourishing.I asked her what she put in it.She was quick to respond, “Well, veggies, of course. And, some beans…
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Sometimes I receive specific requests for food.Sometimes people simply ask for home cooked meals of any kind.And, sometimes people just “hint.And then there are also those times when I just pop-in and surprise a friend with a meal: Green Chile Pumpkin Seed Manchego Gnocchi. Green Chile Pumpkin Seed Manchego Gnocchi 1 Tbs. olive oil1 small…
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It is the holiday season and Christmas is just around the corner.At Christmas time, we’re supposed to indulge, right?Chocolate, peppermint, and sweets – that’s what this time of year is all about! (Well, in my life, it’s more about generosity, love, and baking – but that’s every day and all year round!) In any case,…
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Yes, you read that right. Catsup Cookies.Before you shut down and get too weirded out – just think about it a minute.What is catsup anyway? Catsup = tomatoes and sugar. And, how often do you combine tomatoes and sugar – have you ever had a salad with tomatoes and dressing? Or a salad with tomatoes…
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One of the things I miss most about living in the Pacific Northwest is the food. Yes, all the food (and the fresh flowers). The produce is truly insane, up there. It’s fresh, it’s fragrant, it’s flavorful, AND there are so many fetching items I can never find here in Colorado.They are also crazy about…
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