Category Archives: Kitchen Adventures
Coconut Milk meets Pasta
I have NEVER found a recipe that calls for a whole can of coconut milk, have you? I often freeze the leftover milk, as it can last two to three months. I found a Ziploc bag in my freezer that … Continue reading
Pork Loin meets Dry Rub
It’s March, and it my house that brings two major culinary challenges 1) plant two fabulous gardens, 2) clean out the freezer. Today I randomly pulled out pork loin. Ingredients: 2 lb. fresh pork loin ¼ c. kosher salt ¼ … Continue reading
Black Beans Meet Soup and Marketing
I have always felt the best way to make black bean soup was with dry beans- none of that canned stuff. Therefore, I found myself in my local grocery bulk section. I was surprised that packaged beans now came … Continue reading
Potato Soup, with a Side of Seasonal Food Talk
I found myself again with a group of kids, all wondering what to make for dinner on $10. Apparently my orange tomato soup was a major hit and was way better than the stuff in a can. My suggestion this … Continue reading
Watermelon Meets Liquor
Today, in the dead of winter, I spotted green globes of summer goodness at my produce stand. I had to purchase one. The cashier smiled and said “great for booze, huh?” I smiled and informed him I was thinking gazpacho. … Continue reading
