Gumbo Shrimp
Creole and Cajun foods of Louisiana are, to my mind, at the same time dirty (in a good way) and sophisticated, deeply flavored, spicy, and completely unapologetic… just as it should be. My first introduction to these flavors came from a beautiful New Orleans woman, Loraine, and her gracious husband John. This couple mastered a […]
Easy Roasted Okra
I am celebrating okra today – just cuz its there. Fresh in season, piles and piles of it! 🙂 But if you need a better reason for celebrating okra, how about these: Okra is a great source of dietary fiber, Vitamin A, anti-oxidants, folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, iron, calcium, magnesium, and manganese. Okra is […]
Seafood Pizza
Here is an idea… not really a “recipe” Recently I posted a 3-ingredient grain and gluten free pizza crust. There are plenty of those out there. This one is super simple. It occurred to me that it would also lend itself very well to a Seafood dish. The flavor and texture of this crust would […]
3 Ingredient Gluten Free Pizza Crust
This is one of the quickest, most simple methods for making grain/gluten free pizza crust. This is virtually just an easy little vessel for any toppings you like! The idea came from an internet search… I cannot find the original recipe, and I do not remember how much I have modified this, if at all. […]
Spaghetti Squash with Tomato and Basil
Okay, yeah, so spaghetti squash is a fall/winter food. And usually, I cook per the season. BUT I was kind of in the mood for one, and thought a summer version would be lovely. Tomatoes and basil are beautiful right now! Add a little creamy tangy feta to the dish, and voila! …simple, fun, colorful, tasty, […]
Vegan Veggie-Rice Balls
If you deep fry it, they will come. In my house, this works for veggies every time. This dish is savory, complex, and does not feel vegan. You may want to make a double batch as they disappear quickly! Basically, this is a compilation of leftovers and staples, deep fried in coconut oil. I like […]
Fresh Bing Cherry and Walnut Crumble
What goes on our table, and on this blog, is generally dictated by what looks fresh and delicious at the market. Two days ago, there were a variety of cherries available. My eyes were drawn to a heaping counter full of intensely deep red, sweet Bing cherries. Plus, they were on sale. 🙂 When produce is […]
Easy Anyday Turkey Tacos – Gluten Free
These tacos are a staple in our home. They are super easy to make, and they satisfy my son’s cravings for crunchy meaty flavorful tacos without red meat, gluten, or undesired ingredients. This post is really about the turkey. You can top these any way you like. Avocado slices are a must for me! My […]
Pâté with Apple Gelée and Edible Dust
How much fun is it to take a very familiar classic dish and add a trendy twist?! Edible dust is trendy. It has been all over the pastry world in the form of gold dust and glitters. But it also works in the savory world. You can use edible dust for color, texture, flavor, and […]
Pâté with Apple Gelée
When Mom made liver and onions, the fragrance that perfumed the house was intoxicating. I am fairly confident that there were occasions when my feet left the ground and I floated into the kitchen on that wafting aroma… hmmm… too many Saturday cartoons maybe… Â But that is pretty much where my love for offal ended. […]