Monthly Archives: May 2009

Impressive Brunch Dish: The Popover Pancake

Posted on 25 May 2009 by

I made this for Sunday brunch a couple of weeks ago. It is a large pancake cooked in the style of a popover, so it puffs up quite magnificently. It really does look impressive coming out of the oven, but … Continue reading →

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Green Beans with Bacon and Sage

Posted on 21 May 2009 by

Image via Wikipedia This is a super-simple side that is also delicious. Try it alongside any Italian-style dish. I enjoyed it with mushroom-stuffed ravioli in a simple tomato sauce. To be really authentic, you could substitute pancetta for the bacon, … Continue reading →

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One Pack of Tortillas Makes a Whole Lot of Meals

Posted on 19 May 2009 by

Image via Wikipedia When you think about it, there’s really not much difference between a burrito, an enchilada, a taco and a tostada. The main differences are presentation and heating method. But you can essentially use the same fillings for … Continue reading →

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How to Make Croquettes

Posted on 14 May 2009 by

I have been making croquettes — or little fried cakes — for a long time now. They are always popular, and for me they are comfort food. I usually make them with mashed potatoes or beans. It didn’t occur to … Continue reading →

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Garden Notes: Boxes and beds are finished

Posted on 11 May 2009 by

For some reason, the weather has been wild lately. On Saturday it truly felt like summer in the morning — high humidity and heat — until we had a freak thunderstorm in the afternoon that blew the power in the … Continue reading →

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Quick Dinner: Shredded Chicken Tacos

Posted on 8 May 2009 by

We don’t have a regular weekly taco night around here, but I do make tacos on a regular basis. They fulfill all the requirements of a weeknight dinner: quick, easy, uses whatever you have on hand. I prefer soft tacos … Continue reading →

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A Milder All-Purpose Pesto: Spinach-Walnut Pesto

Posted on 7 May 2009 by

Image via Wikipedia I actually made this pesto last fall with the last of the basil, but I froze it in ice cube trays and have found many uses for it since. Since this recipe replaces half the basil with … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Broccoli & Mozzarella

Posted on 6 May 2009 by

Pasta with garlic and oil is one of the most basic pasta dishes, which I imagine most people can make without even consulting a recipe. Because it is so simple, it lends itself well to variations. This is one of … Continue reading →

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Mashing Vegetables Beyond Potatoes

Posted on 4 May 2009 by

Image via Wikipedia Lately, I have been experimenting with mashing a wider range of vegetables than the standard potato. And why not? The baby loves mashes, even when he’s turning his nose up at vegetables in general. For adults, they … Continue reading →

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Garden Notes: Planting the final vegetable box

Posted on 3 May 2009 by

As of today, all three garden boxes are planted out, although I may still fill in some holes with herbs, greens and flowers. No photos this time, as small sprouts aren’t very photogenic, but I’ll start taking some as they … Continue reading →

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