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Vegetable Biryani

Written on March 2, 2012 by Alisa.

As part of my training, I’ve been trying to find new options for meatless meals, meals that don’t rely exclusively on pasta or Mexican (in spite of the fact that I could eat either one daily). After a lunch at a vegetarian Indian restaurant, my husband was on board with this plan. “I have no […] Read More

Creamy Butternut Mac & Cheese

Written on February 17, 2012 by Alisa.

When I saw the Cooking Light recipe for macaroni and cheese with butternut squash, I was intrigued. I’m always looking for ways to make favorite comfort foods a little less heavy and more nutritious, but without sacrificing that special something that makes them comforting to begin with. I showed the photo to the Tiny Kitchen […] Read More

Orzo-a-Roni

Written on January 13, 2012 by Alisa.

I’m going to make a confession here that will make at least one of my readers have a stroke: I secretly love Rice-a-Roni. I’ll also explain that I haven’t made it in years because it’s so insanely salty. But I’ve figured out a way to get that Roni flavor without the extreme saltiness. Ingredients 1 […] Read More

How to Cook: Polenta

Written on September 12, 2011 by Alisa.

Good grief, people! How have I managed to go so long without sharing how to make polenta? Really, it’s inexcusable. I know you’ve probably been buying that polenta-in-a-tube at the store. I’ve stood in line behind many people who’ve purchased the polenta log. “Making it at home takes so much time,” they tell me. “You […] Read More

Caprese Pasta Salad

Written on September 2, 2011 by Alisa.

I love tomatoes. To me, there’s no better part of summer than eating sun-warmed tomatoes right from the vine. Of course, some people actually want their tomatoes to be part of something bigger, like an actual recipe, and caprese salad is a classic example. But you can’t really do a classic caprese with the 4 […] Read More

Try Something New: Fried Plantains

Written on August 29, 2011 by Alisa.

I love Cuban food. Love it. I’m not a fan of the heat and humidity of Florida, but get absolutely giddy about the prospect of scoring some excellent Cuban food. One of the best parts of any Cuban meal? Fried plantains, or platanos maduros. Yet for all of my love of them, I’d never actually […] Read More

Figs and Topless Dinner

Written on August 26, 2011 by Alisa.

I love figs. I didn’t realize that I loved figs until I was well into my 30s, which makes the revelation all the more powerful and magical. Recently, at the farmer’s market, I walked past a booth and literally stopped and did a double take. Arranged on a single, plain table were baskets upon baskets […] Read More

Try Something New: Brussels Sprouts Salad

Written on August 22, 2011 by Alisa.

There’s really no earthly reason why I don’t like Brussels sprouts. I like cabbage. Why do I have such an issue with miniature cabbage? I’ve tried another Brussels sprouts recipe here in the past, and while it was perfectly fine, I wanted to find a way to actually eat them without bacon. Because really, everything […] Read More

Try Something New: Burrata

Written on July 4, 2011 by Alisa.

I’d never even heard of burrata until I read this post on Writes4Food. If you don’t already read this blog, I don’t know what you’re waiting for. Not only is Bryn a wonderful person and a great writer, she’s a farmer’s market enthusiast and a slow foodie in the way that I aspire to be […] Read More

Two-Tone Potato Salad

Written on July 1, 2011 by Alisa.

Just in time for 4th of July parties! This is a variation on the two-tone potato salad featured in Steven Raichlen’s The Barbecue Bible. If you don’t have a copy of this cookbook, you and your grill are missing out. This recipe is a little bit tangier than his, heavier on the dijon and vinegar. Serves […] Read More

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