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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

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Written on August 19, 2011 by Alisa.

I got this recipe from a fellow In a Pinch mom who delivers meals to moms’ club families in need. If you have disposable foil pans, you can prep this meal for potlucks, delivery or once-a-month cooking. It’s easy to make and easy to scale to as many servings as you need. The recipe below […] Read More

Frittata (Because My Omelettes Are Ugly)

Written on July 22, 2011 by Alisa.

Some people have omelette-making skills. I don’t. So if I want to make something with eggs that looks even remotely presentable, I go with the frittata. The beauty of a frittata is that you can add almost anything to it, from veggies to meats. I personally prefer onions, ham and parmesan, so those are the […] 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

Slow Cooker Pepper Pork Chops

Written on June 10, 2011 by Alisa.

This is a wonderful recipe from Alton Brown of Food Network. I love Alton because he taught me how to cook. I’m reprinting the recipe here because it’s too good to pass up; I’d refer you to the original recipe on Food Network, but I don’t seem to have the kind of readers who do […] Read More

Braised Mexican Pork

Written on June 3, 2011 by Alisa.

Personally, I think that the pickled onions make the dish, but there’s also something to be said for a meal that can be made the day before and reheated. It’s even better reheated, because the citrus and garlic flavors intensify and have plenty of time to meld. Serve with tortillas or spoon over rice. Because […] Read More

Try Something New: Masoor Pulao

Written on May 23, 2011 by Alisa.

I had already been planning to make tandoori chicken for dinner, so when I was given Yogini’s recipe and several key ingredients for masoor pulao (or lentil pulao) at my belated Mother’s Day brunch, it seemed like a sign. I had to make it immediately. The original calls for 1-2 green chiles, thinly sliced. I’ve […] Read More

Try Something New: Sugar Snap Peas with Mint

Written on May 16, 2011 by Alisa.

Sometimes, I’m really on top of things with this blog. Other times, the meal is over and I realize that I’ve forgotten to take pictures of the very thing I’m blogging about. Guess which was the case for today’s post? I found this excellent recipe for minty sugar snap peas over on Salt & Fat, […] Read More

Couscous with Curried Apples

Written on April 29, 2011 by Alisa.

This one sounds a bit strange, and I’ll admit that I had my own doubts before embarking on it, but the finished product turned out surprisingly well. The fruits add a nice sweetness to the couscous and a controlled amount of curry adds more depth than outright flavor. My husband, who stared at me strangely […] Read More

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