Rice and beans is a favorite dish among many, I mean it must be as it has its own Wikepedia page. Both foods are widely available and are found in many cultures around the world. This is a spiced-up version and not only are there beans and rice, but chopped jalapeno, a little garlic and … Continue reading
Sometimes I find a seasoning mixture I like a lot and use often. Since the ingredients are on an index card I thought it would be a good idea to post it on my blog so as not to lose it. I paired it with another seasoning mixture I like on grilled chicken breasts and … Continue reading
I do like many of Meera Sodha’s Indian family recipes, especially ones found in her cookbook, Made in India: Recipes from an Indian Family Kitchen, published in 2015. Green beans are a favorite vegetable and bring back great memories of my days as a gardener when these delectable beans were an important part of my … Continue reading
I received an email recipe from seriouseats.com which sounded so good that I had to try it. They called it the cauliflower dish you will want to make every day of the week. I don’t think so – but it is very good, fragrant and full of flavor. Another recipe from Chetna Makan, adapted. She … Continue reading
I love all things cabbage and look forward to the cooler months when I can make soups, casseroles and other savory dishes. Every year I like to make a new soup or two and this one came across my radar. It’s healthy, full of nutritious ingredients and lots of vegetables – my kind of hearty … Continue reading
Creamed corn is a favorite side dish in many homes especially around the holidays. Often, canned corn or frozen corn is used but David used fresh (plan ahead and freeze some during the summer months). Of course we all know fresh is the best but I didn’t get around to freezing any corn this year … Continue reading
I get my recipes from many sources and I especially appreciate those dishes from people I know, such as family. This recipe was shared by my niece, Bethany, who found this healthy choice from The Woks of Life and she loved it. I have their family cookbook (this recipe was not in it) and enjoy … Continue reading
Zucchini, or summer squash, lends itself to so many different flavor profiles. In this recipe it is dukkah and a lime tahini sauce. Talk about a five star recipe – this recipe hits all the notes! Dukkah is a special Egyptian blend of spices, seeds and nuts making this perfect for many things such as … Continue reading
Lately when I sit outside to enjoy the beautiful Michigan weather I have been going through my cookbooks. I discovered this recipe from two brothers, Max and Eli Sussman who wrote “This is a Cookbook – Recipes for Real Life” first printed in 2012. A fun read as I always enjoy learning about the authors. … Continue reading
This is a spicy potato recipe coming from Eating Well Magazine by Louisa Shafia. There is a lot of heat provided by Sichuan chili oil and peppercorn oil, Sichuan peppercorns and some dried or fresh chili peppers. Very good potato dish but for me, without the bamboo shoots.