I have to admit, the carnivore in me craves a piece of roasted meat now and again. And since I don’t indulge that often, when I do, it requires a high quality piece of meat. To satisfy this craving, I opted for a Lemon-Basil Rack of Lamb. And of course, I also needed something worthy of pairing with my lamb, so I created a Shaved Brussels Sprouts and … Read more My Favorite Dinner of the Week!
Yep, I admit it – I’m a fan of brussels sprouts. Nope, didn’t used to like them. Anyone who remembers the days of old; boiled, rubbery round little balls with no flavor, know’s what I mean. I pan fry them, I roast them, I add all kinds of luscious things together with them like bacon and balsamic vinegar. I even make a dish with blue … Read more A New Technique opens up many new Ideas for your Brussels Sprouts!
This past year, I have been a participant with a group of very talented cooks whose mission is to study cookbooks that are collecting dust on our bookshelves. The idea is to spend time really researching our book and then cook our way through it selecting multiple recipes to review. The best part of this mission is that it culminates in a gathering where we share tips and insight, along with a … Read more Healthy Eats make you feel good Inside and Out!
A nice rainy day in California requires a warm home-cooked meal, especially on a Sunday night! With the afternoon ahead, I decided to marinate some chicken thighs for a Chicken & Sweet Potato Tagine. My recipe is for a Moroccan style chicken marinated with an herb mixture of cumin, cardamom, ginger and a hint of saffron. If you’re feeling daring, you can toast & grind … Read more Sunday Supper
There are so many wonderful ways to combine natures plenty into scrumptious dishes! With my amazing Talley Farms CSA produce offering lots of goodies like Snap Peas, Red Sweet Onions, Brussels Sprouts and Sunburst Summer Squash, I decided to go Asian. I paired up a thick, hearty sirloin steak and all of the veggies and created some grilled Teriyaki Madness! A simple marinade of soy sauce and … Read more Farm to Table goes Asian!
Braising or pot roasting is a great technique for making meat more tender. Braising meat in milk takes it to a whole new level. The lactic acid present in milk tenderizes the meat, making it juicy and sweet. It is a great way to use an otherwise tough cut of meat, allowing the slow process of cooking it at low heat for several hours, to let the fat … Read more Braising in Milk Creates a Mind-Blowing Meal!
If you’re like me, you might get a little lazy when it comes to making salads on a daily basis. I love making a large platter of greens and fixings for a party, but I can’t seem to motivate myself to make a salad for the two of us on a regular basis. One of the reasons is that I like my salads filled with … Read more A Neat New Way to Get your Salad Fix!
One of my favorite holiday gifts so far this year is “The San Luis Obispo Farmer’s Market Cookbook!” Written by Kendra Aronson, it is a compilation of stories and recipes from local farms and restaurants on the central coast of California. Aside from the tantalizing recipes, the pages are filled with enticing photographs that are sure to make your mouth water! For my first endeavor into … Read more Another Victory for Brussels Sprouts!
Looking for something a little different for your Thanksgiving vegetable side dish? Well look no further. This amazing casserole of roasted vegetables and bacon are covered with a succulent, creamy blue cheese sauce which creates a side dish that pairs wonderfully with roast turkey! If you are hosting a small gathering, you can serve it in individual casseroles or ramekins. For a large group, assemble it … Read more A Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce with Brussels Sprouts, Fennel and Bacon
Broccoli is one of the healthiest green vegetables you can eat. Broccoli belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family, which includes kale, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga and turnips. These nutrition powerhouses supply loads of nutrients for little calories. If you are trying to eat healthier, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli should be at the very top of your grocery list. Spinach is well known for … Read more Get Your Greens in this Healthy & Delicious Soup!
