So, Tapenade, huh?First things first. It’s ‘tap-uh-naad’ not ‘tape-nade’ nor “tap-and-aid”. Please don’t ever call it tape-nade or tap-and-aid in public; (...)
I’m so late to the hemp seeds party, I know. Better late than never though. It’s been over two years that I keep hearing about hemp seeds (and, in particular (...)
Pepper steak is a Chinese American dish in which strips of beef and bell peppers are stir fried in a wok and seasoned with soy sauce and ginger to create a (...)
I won’t deny it, I love me a snowstorm.I love waking up on a cold snowy morning, watching the snow fall and accumulate. When all the surroundings are (...)
This is not a post explaining how to prepare tea properly. It’s not my job, I’m not qualified to do it, and if I’ll do it, I’ll probably end up giving the (...)
This recipe is for my friend Tony.Because he L-O-V-E-S vinegar. Not as in drinking vinegar neat from the bottle, but as in brewing his own vinegar, using more (...)
I was on the fence about posting this recipe. Certainly you don’t need me to tell you how to make roasted sweet potatoes. You might need me tell you how to (...)
I don’t know what has happened to me, but since the beginning of the new year but I’ve been craving red meat like crazy. Chicken and turkey don't satisfy. I (...)
I wanted to write an ode to Sriracha. A ridiculously long post listing all the reasons why I love the hot rooster sauce.In my mind, it started with a list of (...)
Weeknight meals can really be a challenge.We all have busy lives, and by the time we get home we’re tired and hungry.We open the fridge hoping that some food (...)
New Year's Eve is coming up in two days.Where is your ideal place to ring in the new year? How will you celebrate?Traditionally New Year’s Eve brings out the (...)
There are many different variations of potato cakes in the world.There are potato latkes, potato pancakes, tater cakes, mashed potato cakes and then there are (...)
First question: who doesn’t love diving into a juicy, crisp, slice of watermelon when it’s toasty outside? It’s probably the most refreshing fruit one can (...)
I’m not sure if you do this as well, but I tend to go in and out food crazes — currently, the only thing I want to eat after running is garlic butter zoodles, (...)
Pasta salads tend to get a bad rap, but I find that the more I think of them as cold and fresh summer dishes and the less as mayo-laden bowls of suspicious (...)
We love pumpkin, we love chocolate, we love brownies, and we love treats that are high in protein. That is why this recipe is just perfect.I won’t hide it. It (...)
Winter is in full swing now and the colder temperatures have descended upon us.There’s snow, ice, blizzards, and windchill. Don’t you love it?No, don’t answer, (...)
I love breakfast because it’s a way to sneak in a moment of quiet enjoyment before rushing off into your busy day. It’s an opportunity to take the time to eat (...)
Let’s be completely real people, the turkey + mashed potatoes + pie combo gets a little old after the 30th year in a row. So this year I suggest you give your (...)
First off, let me clear the air: We’re back in the randomness world. The more structured IronYou didn’t last more than three days — that is 72 hours. I know, (...)
These Are. Hands Down. The Fudgiest Brownies. Ever.I’m not joking. I had to chill the pan for quite some time before I was able to slice 'em.Mom even said that (...)
I’ll say it before you do. Turkey burgers can be pretty blah.Sure, they’re lower in fat and calories compared to the traditional ground beef burger; but it (...)
