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This is a very easy and useful dish to have in your back pocket because it is both quick and delicious. We are partial to the shrimp from Argentina sold by Trader Joe’s as they have much better flavor and texture than other varieties. Thyme and Garlic Roasted Shrimp 2 tablespoons olive oil 10-12 … Read more
A lot of what you see here already has these recipe links on the blog: Red Lentil and Vegetable Soup Salmon Cakes Crustless Seafood Pie with Celeriac Mash Baked Eggs Over Power Greens A Better Banana Bread Baked Winter Squash Soup Watercress, Pear and Walnut Salad Roasted Asparagus Roasted Carrots Roasted Strawberries Vegetable Soup with … Read more
As discussed yesterday, here are the photos I took last fall at Young’s Lobster Pound, in Belfast, Maine. And check out the lobster roll I had.
Paul Trowbridge’s newest painting titled “Dock Workers,” reminded me I had a bunch of photos from last fall I hadn’t yet edited from a scene very similar.
Whenever I cook salmon, I make extra to have leftovers for this delicious, light, quick meal. This amount makes three patties, because that’s…
This is a nurturing, homey, fabulously delicious dish for a winter dinner. It is worth the effort of the multi-step process. We serve it with…
This healthy casserole tastes like comfort food, and it is easy to make too! It can also be assembled ahead of time and baked when needed.
The spices in this are subtle; if you want it more spicy add some red pepper sauce
This is a quick and delicious meal I make in busy moments. The recipe is of my own devising: it evolved from what I had on hand that went well together.
This is both unbelievably easy and delicious. I got this recipe from the Barefoot Contessa, who in turn got it from a coat check girl in a restaurant in Paris.
– I don’t often review cookbooks, but this specialty one just on scallops is exceptional in every way. I’ve renewed it so many times from the library, now I’m accruing fines just to keep it around for a few more days! I often order scallops from restaurants when I have the opportunity, and this book … Read more
These salsa verde enchiladas are unbelievably delicious! Salsa Verde Tilapia Enchiladas 3 cups poached tilapia crumbled in bits 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained 1 jar (16 oz) mild salsa verde (I use Trader Joe’s) 3 green onions, thinly sliced fresh juice from one large lime 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves 8 (6 … Read more
I make this soup probably more than any other one. It is a nourishing meal in a bowl – healthy comfort food that always hits the spot. When recently asked for the recipe, I was surprised to discover that it had not yet graced the blog! This soup is a favorite around here, a … Read more
This is a really good, nourishing chowder. Not too rich, it resembles more a wonderful chicken vegetable soup (at least as far as I remember since I haven’t had chicken in thirty years!) Warm and comforting, it is a complete meal in a bowl, and not hard to make either. It’s snowing here today, … Read more
Here’s a different than usual version of tabbouleh that I like better than the traditional one. It is wonderful to make ahead for quick lunches or dinners; the flavors are best if they mellow a bit in the refrigerator anyway. And with the shrimp in it, it is a complete meal in a bowl! … Read more
This is unbelievably good, with a sophisticated hint of blue cheese… And very wholesome too: totally different from the usual tuna casserole recipes, laden with packaged chemical additives. You’ll want this regularly! Baked Tuna Casserole 1 package whole wheat pasta (16 oz) 3 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, diced 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1/4 … Read more
This is delicious, perfect for a romantic lunch with your sweetheart on a sultry hot day. It’s the first recipe I’ve actually made out of my new cookbook (see here). Best Crab Salad recipe 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon … Read more