Posted in appetizers, gluten free, herbs on Jan 3rd, 2015 No Comments »
You simply can’t beat freshly made basil pesto. Store bought doesn’t hold a candle. The key to this recipe, in my opinion, is that the Fresh Basil comes directly from a living plant – and a pretty living plant. Look for one with no dark spots on the leaves. In Dallas, I find live basil […]
Posted in cheap meals, chicken, citrus, food to share, gluten free, herbs, salad on Dec 28th, 2014 No Comments »
This grilled chicken salad was inspired by my favorite salad at La Duni Restaurant, the Pollo Asado a la Menta Limon. I forgot about the onions on the side and the guacamole, both of which are superb additions. I think La Duni puts the mint in the salad dressing, but I minced it and mixed […]
Posted in cheap meals, easy meals, herbs, leftovers, lunchbox, sauce, turkey on Nov 2nd, 2010 No Comments »
Italian Parsley and I are having a great love affair. It’s magical. We should all eat more. With olive oil, in mass. Last night I cooked some quick Turkey Tenderloins with a fresh and bright chimichurri. Turkey tenderloins? What’s that you say? Yep, they’re found in your grocery, though a simple turkey breast bone in, […]
Posted in bread, chicken, easy meals, food to share, herbs, sauce on Oct 18th, 2010 2 Comments »
This super quick chicken recipe is fancy enough for dinner guests, though admittedly probably a bit to spicy for children. My friend Dr. Ruth, no not that Dr. Ruth – this one is a professor at UT, recommended her version adapted from an old issue of Bon Appetit. I adapted the herbs further to my […]
Posted in appetizers, chicken, citrus, dessert, events, food to share, herbs, sauce, sides, spinach on Jul 7th, 2010 1 Comment »
The title may be a tad bit misleading, as I’d guess most people wouldn’t call this party an “easy” menu for a child’s 5th birthday party, but I’d say it was certainly elegant. Since I’m just rolling from one party straight into the next, LE’s Fifth birthday party was a combination of two events in […]
Posted in bread, food to share, herbs on Apr 28th, 2010 1 Comment »
One of my Blogger friends, Monet of Anecdotes and Apple Cores, had a recipe for Homemade Bread with Olives and Rosemary last week that looked truly delicious. I don’t often make homemade bread, so my skills are a little rusty, but I was willing to give it a shot. After conferring for some advice from […]
Posted in breakfast, events, food to share, herbs, sides on Apr 27th, 2010 2 Comments »
This tomato tart recipe might also be called a quiche. It came from a now out of print Williams Sonoma Entertaining Cookbook – where it is deemed a tart. I’ve made a few adjustments to the recipe – the largest of which is that it takes at least twice as long to cook as the […]
Posted in cheese, easy meals, herbs, Italian, olives, pasta on Apr 6th, 2010 2 Comments »
Due to budget cuts and my continual tendency to overindulge at the grocery store, I’m trying to create only recipes wading through what’s currently available in my fridge and pantry. It’s a great process for spring cleaning as well as creating new space for future bounty. This recipe is quite similar to a Mediterranean pasta […]
Posted in appetizers, cheese, dressing, food to share, herbs, Italian, sides on Apr 6th, 2010 4 Comments »
Spring is finally here. I swear if I see that groundhog, I’m going to wring his neck. Well not really, because I’m non-violent. But the extra six weeks of winter literally almost pushed me over the edge! These fresh caprese salad crostini are a perfect appetizer or make a great addition to a light and […]
Posted in appetizers, citrus, food to share, herbs on Jan 13th, 2010 No Comments »
My sweet friend Michaela brought Tabouleh to some-one’s bachelorette party. Was it mine? Was it Lisa’s? I can’t remember, they all seem to have blended together over time. In any case, I quickly decided it was one of the best things I’d ever had prepared by a friend. (Michaela is an exceptional cook, and really, […]
