The What and How of Food… Meets Why
Inspired by my Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Rosemary and Feta recipe, I was thinking about how to give a shout-out to the traditional taste of the mint sauce so many people like as an accompaniment with lamb. Never one to stay too traditional I realized I had a package […]
Spring is a time of transition. Fashion and food start to change. Some of the heavy coats and sweaters get put away. We think about lighter clothes… and lighter food. Still, it’s not quite time to be fully committed to our summer wardrobe, or summer cooking. With spring on the […]
When most of us think of pesto, we think of the ubiquitous basil pesto we see on restaurant menus, served on chicken sandwiches and in those little tubs in the grocery stores. Artichoke Lemon Pesto is a spin on the classic preparation that highlights the versatility of the pesto technique. […]
Irish Corned Beef and Cabbage, what better way is there to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Living in Boston St. Paddy’s Day is a pretty big deal. Boston has one of the largest Irish populations in the US. Second only to Pittsburgh PA. (Huh, I thought New York City would be […]
We love salmon in our house and Fresh Salmon Cakes are a fantastic way to enjoy this versatile fish. These salmon fish cakes are great for an impressive appetizer course or served with a fresh salad as a light entree. We buy a whole side of fresh salmon at a […]
Bacon is perhaps the most craveable food I can think of. In fact, many vegetarians say that if they were going to eat meat, they would start with bacon. You might even call bacon the “gateway meat”. Long time carnivores already know this. What you might not know is why […]
Baking is not my strongest suit. That is not to say that I do not bake at all. Until now baking has just been some fun box mix hacks. That said, some of the more popular posts on this site, Jiffy Corn Bread My Way and Almond Joy Brownies are…. […]
Lentil and Pasta Soup is one of the heartiest things I can think of to eat on a cold night. Yes, you can eat this soup year-round, but there is something special about Lentil and Pasta Soup when there is a nip in the air. And who knows, maybe it […]