by Josie | Jan 24, 2022 | Basmati Rice, Beef, Citrus, Curry, Freezer Friendly, Ginger, Gluten Free, Lamb, Nuts, Recipes, Reinventing Soups / Saving Soup Dollars, Sauces, Soup
We have a new thing on Thursdays in our busy household. We commit to cooking together and enjoying a sit-down meal with one another. This last Thursday we made these cabbage rolls. It ended up being an impressive meal primarily pulled together by our son who navigates...
by Josie | Jan 4, 2022 | Cheese, Citrus, Dairy, Gluten Free, Nuts, Recipes, Salad Dressing, Salads, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
In a desperate need to make a big salad that could serve as an entree or a side salad, I came up with this gorgeous, delicious winter salad. Honestly, as far as salads go, this wasn’t that much effort. The vegetables were easy to cut and prepare for roasting...
by Josie | Dec 25, 2021 | Chicken, Citrus, Dairy, Gluten Free, Nuts, Recipes, Seeds, Spices, Uncategorized
Another Bay Area story … When I lived in San Francisco, a friend recommended a restaurant to my sister for our Sunday brunch. It was Guaymas, located in Tiburon on the water. I’m not sure if it’s there any longer, but it should be. It was...
by Josie | Dec 3, 2021 | Baking, Cheese, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Nuts, Recipes
I love this traditional dessert and have had it many times in my friend’s homes, but have I made them myself? Nooooo. Because, as you know, I DO NOT BAKE! So, I’m sharing this recipe, because tis the season! This recipe was recommended to me from one of...
by Josie | Nov 26, 2021 | Citrus, Condiments, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Pesto, Recipes, Vegan
We made this pesto last week for the first time for our Smoky Chipotle Butternut Apple Soup. Love it so much, that I decided to serve it for Thanksgiving over roasted cauliflower steaks. It was gorgeous! This pesto is a chunkier pesto, not smooth like you may think...
by Josie | Aug 30, 2021 | Baking, Dairy, Fermented Foods, Gluten Free, Nuts, Preserving Foods, Recipes, Vegetarian
I had about 6 containers of assorted nuts and dried fruits and a container of oats, so out of pure boredom one morning, I made this granola. It turned out pretty tasty. Not as sweet as some granola recipes, but with all the dried fruits, it’s definitely sweet...
