I'm just going to say it - I am a mushroom maniac. I forage for wild mushrooms in the fall and I cook with dried and fresh mushrooms whenever I can find them. Not only does the earthy flavor of mushrooms add umami to any dish, but the texture of mushrooms adds a satisfying bite […]
Braised Garbanzo Beans with Lemon
Is it just me, or has grocery shopping during the coronavirus quarantine gotten crazier still. I understood the rush to stock up on toilet paper and I even loaded up on pasta and sauce for some anticipated comfort food meals. But lately I can't even find dried beans! Dried Beans- the best value All of […]
Shakshuka - the perfect breakfast-for-dinner meal
Okay, so the name of this recipe is a bit of a mouth-full, shack-shoe'-ka. Learn it well, because this recipe will soon be your favorite, easy meal. And yes - it's quite healthy too! Simple ingredient list This meal can come together in 30 minutes with very few ingredients. You'll need a large can of […]
Long Life Noodles
Imagine a table of diners, each enthusiastically poking through a mass of pasta, looking for the longest noodle. That's the typical scene when my family and friends come together for Long Life Noodles. Predicting a Long Life Long before this dish became a New Year custom in my home, Longevity noodles (aka Long Life Noodles) […]
Lentils and Rice with Tangy Yogurt Sauce
Exotic, yet Simple While experimenting with my electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), I fell in love with the flavor of this exotic, yet simple meatless meal. I've always thought that brown rice and lentils are great sources of fiber, but a bit boring. This recipe changes that impression. The Secret is the Sauce The warm […]