C – I have to make frittatas secretly at home. My husband doesn’t like them. Ugh. He’s really strange sometimes. I can make him eggs and vegetables separately. But, put them together, and he’s disgusted. It’s something to do with the egg texture mixed in with the vegetables. It’s slimy? … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – This is such a delicious soup. I first had it years ago when I was living in San Francisco. A lovely Greek friend of mine introduced me. Fond memories … at least, I still have the soup. Somehow, I think food transcends relationships. Also, helps … Continue reading
J – This ice cream is beyond, beyond great. Mysterious, seductive, unexpected flavors … can’t-stop-eating great. I love black sesame seeds in savory dishes. I didn’t know you could make them into ice cream. I ate at Rick Bayless’s Topolobampo in Chicago a few weeks ago. I had the chef’s … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – I thought Christina had finally lost it when she suggested this variation on Spring rolls. Had she mixed up Southern cooking with Southeast Asian cooking? Eaten too much funky fish sauce? Not sure … but these guys were quite good. Enjoy! C – Forget rice … Continue reading
C – I am bringing the funk into this salad. And, I am proud of it. Fish sauce, or anything fermented, is very limited at my house. So when I get a chance to make things funky at work, I am all over it. Of course, I too am getting … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – One of my favorite desserts growing up was this creamy coconut banana tapioca pudding. Eating it cold on a summer day is really satisfying. No brain freeze or rock hard ice cream to wait on. Just make a big batch, keep it in the refrigerator … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Summer cool downs require something fresh and simple. Also, hiding a whole salad inside a few spring roll wraps. This is one of the best ways to eat greens this Summer. Make it and make lots to share. C – Fresh spring rolls are my … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – When we buy a big watermelon, I can count on at least making some of this incredibly delicious watermelon gazpacho. It’s one of my favorite summer soups. C – Don’t rush this recipe. It gets better as it ages for a couple of days. The … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – I would not have thought to put these ingredients together in any form. Christina’s inspiration makes for a wonderful Summer salad. Simple to make. Rich and complex flavors. Works for two or for a crowd. A great Summer salad. C – Blueberries, pea sprouts and … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Hot summer days deserve a delicious fruity blueberry dessert. This is one great way to use up all those blueberries this Summer. C – I love being a food tester. You really get to try out new things and experiment with flavors that you might … Continue reading