As sister says, “Old Bay is the food of my people.” Having been born and raised in Maryland, loving Old Bay is a requirement. The smokey, salty, slightly spicy flavor of Old Bay does pair perfectly with seafood (it’s also great on potatoes!). If you for some reason don’t feel like adding Old Bay toRead more
Gazpacho is a cold, raw vegetable tomato-based soup. It’s great for summer time, and is a cinch to put together. This is a great way to use up all the summer produce. I was able to use cucumber, zucchini and onions from my CSA, tomatoes from the farm we go berry picking at, and aRead more
I’ve been meaning to make ice cream for ages. And I’ve finally gotten around to it. This was a fabulous first ice cream to make. After picking way too many pounds of blackberries, and first eating my fill, I made this ice cream. Black raspberry ice cream is one of my favorite flavors, so IRead more
I don’t usually make muffins because they tend to be a bit indulgent, but aren’t quite indulgent enough to feel like a dessert. Well, these muffins are the perfect solution. I loved these because they’re just the right amount of sweet and are full of good-for-you ingredients. These muffins are perfect for breakfast with theirRead more
Is there anything more comforting than mac and cheese? Mom’s baked mac and cheese is definitely one of my comfort foods. When she tried this version, she said it was better than hers. It’s rich and creamy with a crunchy, crisp topping. There’s a slight onion flavor that adds depth, and the mustard in itRead more
A lot of people in my life are vegetarians, so I’m pretty aware of vegetarian options when I go out to eat. Even though I’m not always ordering a vegetarian option, I have a lot of sympathy for vegetarians when restaurant options are sparse and/or uninspired. Vegetables are delicious and just because an entree doesn’tRead more
I’ve been holding out on you. I’ve been making mini egg frittatas for at least a year and have yet to give you the very basic recipe. These mini frittatas are great as part of a large brunch spread, or are perfect for make-ahead breakfasts for the week. I love them because they’re so easyRead more
Lots of people have mixed feelings about coleslaw. With the watery, mayo-laden minced versions out there, I can understand the less than enthusiastic response that slaw gets. However, here’s a new take on your average cabbage coleslaw. This version has just a hint of mayo, combined with some fresh ginger and other Asian flavors for aRead more
I made some Curried Couscous Salad this weekend and made this chicken to go with it. This dish is fabulous for summer. The chicken is super flavorful after marinating for a couple of hours and just needs a few minutes on the grill and then a few minutes to be finished off in the oven. TheRead more
I’ve been getting tons of zucchini and summer squash from my CSA. It’s a challenge to keep up with them all, but these muffins are definitely going to be made again. After my cousins came over for an impromptu sleepover, I made these in the morning to give them a healthy treat for breakfast. EveryoneRead more