Beef Borscht is a quintessential soup for these frigid Winter days. I can just imagine my Russian ancestors huddled around the kitchen table and digging into a bowl of this body and soul warming soup laden with shredded beef, beets, cabbage, and potatoes. It is truly a whole meal in […]
Too hot to cook, make this colorful salad of mango, jicama and corn. It’s sweet and crunchy; and the fresh lime juice makes it sparkle on your tongue. Prep time: 15 minutes
Vegetables and carbs all in one dish.
Leek and Potato soup is a carb lovers delight. It’s easy to make, creamy, without cream, with the subtle flavor of leeks. Serve with chopped chives and croutons.
Grated orange rind, dried cranberries and cinnamon make this a more savory than sweet sauce.
Fresh is always better than purchased! Prep time: 30 minutes
Make Chicken Nuggets with those chicken fingers you have removed from the cutlets or slice the chicken cutlets themselves. The flavor of the nuggets will depend on the marinade you use. Make your own marinade or use your favorite bottled one. You can make the nuggets, sweet or spicy depending […]
Who doesn’t love a big bowl of Vegan Mushroom and Barley soup. This one is is brimming over with flavor from loads of leeks, parsnips, carrots and dill. Serve Vegan Mushroom and Barley Soup as a first course; or add crusty bread and a salad and enjoy it as a meal! […]
Have you ever tasted Fried Olives? One bite will make you a devotée for life! The piquant flavor of the olives wrapped in the crunchiness of Panko is a match made in taste heaven. When I started making Fried Olives, I used Piccholine olives. They’re small and easy to pop […]
Chestnuts, Pearl Onions and Celery may sound like an unusual combination of ingredients; but there is a real umami to this dish! The chestnuts are rich and creamy. The onions are slightly caramelized; and the celery adds crunch. Add in the flavors of wine and thyme and you’re in heaven!For […]