stew
scotch broth
When the mercury drops, I turn to hearty soups and stews. At first glance, Scotch broth sounds more like a thin liquid to be slurped from a spoon. But don’t be fooled by the name; this stew is thick and so satisfying. Like most stews, it contains vegetables and meat and is thickened with barley,…
Read Moremonkfish stew – a taste of the med
As a cook, one needs to be flexible. The other day I was cleaning out a cubby hole where a pile of paper with scribbled recipes waited; some were tossed either because the dish was made or it wasn’t something I wanted to make. I cook according to my mood and when I am at…
Read Morecioppino and a San Francisco mini trip
During the first week in March, Mr. S and I were in San Francisco; he was attending GDC while I was a tourist for 5 days. I had never been before and was eager to explore as much as possible and I did! Each day was packed with something new. We stayed in the Mission…
Read Morelamb tagine – a feast for the senses!
A tagine, the conical shaped cooking vessel, is traditionally made out of clay and was first used by North African nomads. The tagine’s conical top allows moisture escaping from the ingredients to condense on the lid and fall back onto the dish, resulting in fork-tender meat and vegetables using a minimum of liquid. Think of…
Read Morechicken stew with olives
Four weeks ago today we were cruising the Bosphorus River, listening to the historical commentary about Turkey and how this river has influenced its shores. As I sit here reminiscing of our trip, it feels as though it was eons ago. All the planning, research, initial deposit to final payment, and the excitement leading up…
Read MoreLentil and Vegetable Stew
Stews can take a while to cook but this lentil and vegetable stew can be ready in 35 minutes. It’s loaded to the brim with vitamin and mineral goodness and will fill you up and keep you satiated for hours. Lentils are slow-burning, high-fiber, and lean protein food. TweetFacebookLinkedInTumblrStumbleDiggDelicious
Read MoreTurkey Stew
Every Thanksgiving and Christmas we indulge in a massive turkey dinner and each year I say next time I will buy a smaller turkey with enough food for the evening and leftovers for the following day. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas we end up having too much turkey leftover and as a result eat our way…
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