Black garlic came into my life back in 2015 from a fellow blogger, Elaine who made Black Garlic Harissa. https://foodbod.wordpress.com/2015/02/20/introducing-my-black-garlic-harissa-so-exciting-plus-a-discount-for-this-amazing-garlic/ Being a gardener and a cook I was fascinated with the possibilities. Could I grow it like my regular garlic – no such luck as it goes through a process, not fermentation, but what is … Continue reading
Recently, I have been drawn to two Hetty Lui McKinnon’s dumpling salads. This is the second one I chose to make as it is perfect for a light summer meal with little cooking – the peanut sauce is made with hot water. You might remember my smashed cucumber salad with a sweet sour sauce. Anyways, … Continue reading
A comfort classic by Weight Watcher’s from their 50th anniversary cookbook which I made during the cool weather we were having in Michigan a couple weeks ago; low 70’s for early June… I do not think I have ever made this, at least I do not have any recipes for it. Even though it is a … Continue reading
A very simple dish to serve as a side with Thanksgiving dinner or with a recipe such as Sweet and Sour Meatballs. Mom always fixed these noodles for Thanksgiving – I am not sure when this tradition started or why. This is my own version of these tender noodles great on their own or with … Continue reading