Last night we had fish sticks for dinner. I know what you’re thinking: I am quite the gourmet cook, right? We all need a break, and last night was my night. However, fish sticks are not complete without a side of tartar sauce for dipping and, since we have never met a tartar sauce that [...]
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Springtime asparagus salad with fresh vinaigrette
Nothing says spring to me more than asparagus. The first vegetable to pop up out of my garden, those tender green stalks of goodness are a welcome change to the winter vegetables we’ve been enjoying. Always looking for a new way to enjoy the potently delicious veggie, I decided to whip up a light vinaigrette [...]
Countdown to Thanksgiving: Sweet potato risotto
We’re getting closer and closer to U.S. Thanksgiving, and I’m still finessing this year’s menu. New twists on old favorites are always fun for guests and the cook, and side dishes are no exception. This year’s table will feature Sweet Potato Risotto, a fall twist on a classic, creamy
Countdown to Thanksgiving: Cranberry chutney
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it … time to get your game plan in order for the big day! This week I’m thinking about cranberries – those little balls of vitaminy goodness that are only in season from October through December. This year, I decided to try something new; instead of opening a [...]
Italian flavored popcorn
Popcorn is one of those snacks it seems almost everyone likes. Whether it’s slathered with that fake movie-theater butter or simply sprinkled with a little salt, popcorn makes a great snack for movie nights or any day of the week. But sometimes plain old buttered or salted popcorn just doesn’t cut it. It’s boring. It’s [...]
Oven-baked healthy french fries
What do kids eat? Chicken fingers, tater tots, french fries, and the like, right? While my daughter has reached the table foods stage and does enjoy these delicacies, I’m determined to give her more “whole” foods and less processed or store- or restaurant-bought pre-packaged items. It’s not always convenient or possible, but I try. Hence [...]
Twice baked potatoes
Last year, I wrote about Jessica Seinfeld’s Deceptively Delicious cookbook, to mixed reviews. Sure, some of the recipes were good – and sneaky – ways to trick kids and adults alike into eating their vegetables. Heck, I’ve even tricked the hubs into eating vegetables on a few occasions. But while it might be good to [...]
Easy risotto recipe
Confession: up until last weekend, I had never eaten (or cooked) risotto. I have since found a recipe for risotto that is super easy, and the taste is creamy and delicious. Consider it Risotto 101. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 4 [...]
