J – These savory guys are so worth eating … unlike most calorie-bomb breadsticks. Nice and pillow-like, with lots of flavor. You do have to pace yourself, though. They go down all too easily. We use the same dough we use for our pizza crust. Same as lots, but not … Continue reading
C – If you asked me to describe what oregano tastes like. I couldn’t tell you. It’s an herb that is subtle and enhances the flavor or, maybe, it brightens a dish. Some types of oregano, like Greek oregano, can be a bit bitter. Others. like Mexican oregano, are more … Continue reading
C – This recipe could have gone in so many directions. I think we threw every idea out there. None of us really agreed on a particular dish. It was starting to get annoying. Jim’s idea of oregano lemon garlic chicken didn’t seem to wow me. I didn’t want anything … Continue reading
C – One of the best herbs ever to grow is oregano. I love the taste of oregano. When I found out that once you plant oregano, you never have to plant it ever again, I deemed it the best thing to plant. We have tried a lot of herbs … Continue reading
J – You don’t have to fuss over this one … Just be gentle. Use a high-temperature oil to prevent sticking. Don’t leave the grill. This delicious salmon cooks in just a few minutes. We do lots of salmon. When I go into our fish monger, the question is invariably: … Continue reading
C – Grill week means grilling everything! … except peaches. But only because we grilled way too many peaches and nectarines last year. I loved them the first and second time. But, after five times, I was sick of it. I even requested not to do any grilled fruit for … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – This easy and incredible Romesco sauce with grilled spring onions needs to be on your menu some time soon. It’s nutty, creamy and will be a surprising shock to your taste buds. Make it. Everyone will thank you. C – Jim was reluctant for me … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Grilling the perfect piece of meat has always been a challenge for me. Jim, the grilling expert, helped me with understanding how to grill a great tri tip. Not so hard after all. J – Most tri tip gets way overcooked … unfortunately. It’s such … Continue reading
J – You can go BIG with this one! The thing about cooking for a crowd is, well, you have to COOK for a crowd. Some things will just not work when you have a large number of hungry people who want to eat at different times … or who … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Is this really a fancy dessert that’s easy to make? Sort of. It IS a dessert that is super decadent and will knock the socks off anyone who eats it. Forget going out to eat for a special occasion, stay in and make this. It … Continue reading