by Josie | Oct 27, 2022 | Chef Inspired, Chilis, Citrus, Cooking, Ginger, Gluten Free, Recipes, Rice, Sides, Tofu, Vegan, Vegetarian
I saw this recipe in New York Times and gave it a try. It’s fantastic. The recipe is easy and can be adjusted to meet your need for heat. It goes great with wok seared baby bok choy and steamed rice. Of course, broccoli, cabbage, or other hearty green would be...
by Josie | Oct 25, 2022 | Citrus, Condiments, Cooking, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lamb, Sides
Lamb has significant roots in Mediterranean regions such as Spain, Turkey and Greece where every day meals are made special with roasted meats and beautifully seasoned accompaniments. Unlike any other protein, the depth of flavor in lamb charms any accompaniment and...
by Josie | Oct 23, 2022 | Cheese, Citrus, Cooking, Dairy, Herbs, Meal Planning, Pasta, Sauces, Sausage, Vegetarian Option
This is a great mid-week meal and provides a little extra for lunch the next day or an after school snack. I made my own sauce, but there are good jarred sauces on the market that can save you a little time.You can always doctor these store-bought sauces up with fresh...
by Josie | Aug 26, 2022 | Beef, Burgers, Cooking, Recipes, Salads, Sandwiches, Sauces, Sides
This was pretty good for a come together quick meal on a steamy hot summer night. We used leftover beef brisket for this recipe and most of the sandwich ingredients I had prepared ahead. There’s a lot going on in the recipe, so if you want to take some...
by Josie | Aug 21, 2022 | Cheese, Cooking, Corn, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free Option, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Recipes, Sauces, Vegetarian
These fritters are truly the best when you use fresh picked, sweet corn and in the Northwest, we have some of the best in the months of August and September. They make for a great appetizer or buffet hors d’oeuvre served with crema on the side. They’re...
by Josie | Jul 25, 2022 | Cheese, Cooking, Dairy, Gluten Free, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Recipes, Vegetarian
Everyone is craving this bruschetta dish in our household, so I’m reposting the recipe. There are tomatoes on the vine, it’s hot and I don’t want to cook. This is a perfect dinner. Just this. From our 2020 post: At some point you have to stop eating...
