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Cherry Tomato Sauce
Yes, I have four tomato plants, each churning out tomatoes at the rate of 1-2 per day. So why did I buy two pints of cherry tomatoes at the farmer’s market? Partly because of my obsession with tomatoes, and partly because they were only $1 per pint. If they’re going to practically give me tomatoes, […] Read More
Chicken and Stone Fruit Salad
This is a variation on a salad that was served on the specials board at the Nordstrom Cafe last month. It might not be an exact replica — I’ve seen several different “authentic” Nordstrom recipes online, all slightly different — but it’s colorful, flavorful and one of the best main dish salads that I’ve ever […] Read More
What’s in Season? August
My calendar says that it’s August, which comes as a complete shock since I’m still wondering where June went. July? Completely missing in action. Betty grew up on a farm and always knew what was in season, fruits and vegetables that were plentiful and cheap. Being a child of the modern food chain where grapes […] Read More
Wheat Berry Greek Salad
I’ve been looking for new ways to add whole grains to our diet, and my latest addition is the wheat berry. They’re very basic and will absorb the flavor of whatever they’re mixed with, making them a good cold salad base. Ingredients 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp chopped fresh […] Read More
How to Cook: Roasting a Whole Chicken
How to Roast a Chicken Roasting a whole chicken seems like a complicated process reserved for special occasions. Here’s the secret: it’s really easy. Another secret: I always make two at a time and store the leftover meat for later use in salads, sandwiches, enchiladas or whatever else might come to mind. This recipe makes […] Read More
How to Cook: Pan-Roasted Chicken
Several years ago, I listened to a cooking presentation given by Terry Conlan, Executive Chef of Lake Austin Spa. He told us that we should always cook chicken with the skin on, then remove it before eating. The amount of added fat would be negligible, he said, but the improvement in taste and texture would […] Read More
How to Cook: Wheat Berries
I have to admit that, like most people, I’m new to wheat berries, but I’d been looking for new side dishes that used more whole grains. You can’t get much more whole than wheat berries. They are whole wheat, the whole grain that companies grind into everyday, recognizable flour. They have a great texture. I’ve […] Read More
How to Cook: Quinoa
How to Cook Quinoa The fact that you’re reading this post means that you’ve heard about quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah), the miracle grain. I say that with some amount of sarcasm, but it really is good stuff. It’s high in protein and fiber, ranks low (35) on the glycemic index, and is vegan-friendly and gluten free. […] Read More
How to Cook: Simple Pasta Sauce
Easy Butter and Tomato Sauce If I had to guess, I’d say that I probably haven’t bought pasta sauce in a jar since before we moved away from the east coast in 1999. I’ve found the answer to a perfect, simple sauce that can be made in the time it takes to boil water and […] Read More
How to Cook: Steak
How to Cook a Steak Have you ever been really excited to cook a steak, only to end up with tough, leathery meat? We’ve all been there. Here’s how to avoid it. Searing meat at a high temperature creates a fabulous, flavorful crust. It can also make the meat tough and dry. Cooking the meat […] Read More
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