Rice Pilaf Persian Style

I decided on this flavorful rice because I could not get 2 (if I cut the recipe in half) cups of fresh dill to make sheveed polo, or Iranian dill rice to go with the Persian salmon I was making. Herb packets are only available in March in Michigan and besides 2-4 cups is a … Continue reading

Sweet and Sour Basil Tomatoes

I just loveeee fresh tomatoes and I eat them in some form almost every day during the growing season in Michigan.  There are a lot of things you can do with tomatoes in a salad (see my recipe for Insalata Caprese   which has no sugar and fresh mozarella cheese).  Or Gene’s favorite was chopped up tomatoes and cucumbers with some … Continue reading