by Josie | Jul 21, 2022 | Citrus, Gluten Free, Herbs, Meal Planning, Pistou, Pork, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Soup, Vegan Option
One hot day, when Plan A for dinner became a ridiculous idea because it was so hot out, I made this. I had all the ingredients locked in for other meals, but decided to sacrifice those meal plans for this one. Best decision ever for a mid-week day when my skin was...
by Josie | Jul 17, 2022 | Citrus, Condiments, Food History, Gluten Free, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sauces, Vegan
This recipe is a twist on traditional romesco. Romeso is a rustic condiment typically made from a concoction of tomatoes, garlic, nuts, bread, olive oil, garlic and sherry vinegar. It’s a Catalonian recipe that no two chefs ever make exactly the same. But...
by Josie | Jun 25, 2022 | Chicken, Citrus, Condiments, Gluten Free, Hors d'oeuvres, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sauces, Sides, Skewers, Summer Pop-Up Menus
Food on sticks. It’s the best. Sate’ (or satay) is a popular street food found in Indonesia. Usually made with earthy, citrusy marinated chicken thighs or chicken breast, the meats are skewered and cooked over a flame and served with peanut dipping sauce....
by Josie | Jun 21, 2022 | Burgers, Cheese, Dairy, Herbs, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sandwiches, Sauces, Summer Pop-Up Menus, Uncategorized
My photo looks so blue! It was getting dark, people were asking for foooood, so I snapped this outside just to show that I made burgers on the first day of summer! Hence the blue hue. Turkey burgers are one of our favorites. This recipe came together ONLY because I...
by Josie | Jun 21, 2022 | Citrus, Cooking, Gluten Free, Herbs, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Vegan, Vegetarian
These chilled carrots are outstanding. I’m now exploring different herbs and enhancements so we can enjoy them year round – chilled or hot. Roasting carrots not only brings out the naturally sweet flavor, but enhances the gorgeous color, whether orange,...
by Josie | May 24, 2022 | Cheese, Chicken, Citrus, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Quinoa, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Salad Dressing, Salads, Spices, Uncategorized, Vegan Option
There are quite a lot of components in this salad, which is why it’s so enjoyable. Grilled chicken, chilled, sliced on the bias served over tricolored seasoned quinoa with oven roasted spring asparagus and roasted julienne dill carrots, along side oven roasted...