want the easiest appetizer of all time? well, besides store-bought hummus. this is a quick, delicious, melty, indulgent appetizer with only three ingredients: brie, almonds, and butter. served with either slices of french bread or crackers, the recipe is great to have in your back pocket! _________________________ melted brie with almonds ingredients one round brie, … Continue reading »
the egg is one of the most versatile ingredients out there. it’s also one of the cheapest, making it one of the best on a budget. for a quick, simple, cheap dinner, i got reacquainted with the egg. to make it more dinner-friendly, i opted for pan-fried polenta instead of bread. i’ll be the first … Continue reading »
whether you only care about the football, the ads, or the beer, there’s always one thing that everyone can agree on: chicken wings. while your neighbors might be ordering from the local bar or using frozen, bagged wings, the way to go is homemade & healthy(er). it’s cheaper. yummier. stickier. easier. ________________________ saucy, baked chicken … Continue reading »
speaking of winter grub, meatballs in a tomato stew sounds right on target. it may seem like a lot of ingredients, but the majority of the list is spices. many of which i already had in my pantry. it’s a perfect meal for a group or family because it’s hearty and relatively healthy. no side … Continue reading »
i don’t have much of a sweet tooth. nor am i much of a baker/dessert maker. but these little cookies are divine: light and simple. i introduce you to the paper-thin, french, almond cookies — les tuiles aux amandes. unfortunately, they are a little time-consuming/tedious to make. but they are perfect for tea or coffee, … Continue reading »
winter meals are meant to warm the soul. louisiana jambalaya is the perfect winter grub because it has everything you need: seafood, spice, sausage, and warmth. all in one big pot o’ love. this is the second guest appearance from the infamous one-pot-wonder adam, but this time its more louisiana bayou than southern fare. just … Continue reading »
as with tradition, recipes are often best learned from others. this particular southern tradition and recipe i learned from a new orleans/mobile native. adam is the king of one-pot-wonders, and this is no exception: chicken & dumplings. making my first ever guest appearance, adam took me through the steps to create this classic. check it … Continue reading »
while it may be a morbid thought, i know exactly what i would eat for my last meal. it’s easy. it’s the meal that reminds me of home: lamb chops, potatoes (baked, roast, mashed), and greek salad. as an avid eater of lamb & lover of potatoes of any sort, this is my ultimate feel-good, … Continue reading »
with winter creepin’ around the corner, this means (for me) lotsa bacon & veggies… because, why not? don’t veggies cancel out the fat in bacon? it’s a theory. not proven, but i will do lots of scientific test. on one such occasion, i opted for a classic combination of bacon, brussels sprouts (gasp!), & onions … Continue reading »
there’s nothing quite like the smell of the grill. sitting outside avoiding the smoke on a chilly, fall evening. last weekend was just like that. and nothing quite beats grilling some steak and some ribs. since, in my opinion, everyone deserves a home-cooked meal for their birthday, we grilled up a bunch of meat paired … Continue reading »
