Category Archives: Kitchen Adventures
Spicy Zucchini Soup
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I recently was invited to a farm to table tasting. One of the courses placed in front of me was a tiny insulting “bowl” of Spicy Zucchini soup. It was so damn good…
Roasted Cauliflower
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
It was my turn to be in charge of movie night snacks. I was, however, easily distracted by the cauliflower that had only a few days left of shelf life. Therefore, I…
Beet Salad with Pecorino, Candied Pecans, and Shishito Peppers
Flipping through a magazine in line at the grocery store (am I the only one who does this?) I came across a recipe for Beets with Pecorino, Pecans, and Shishito Peppers. I thought oh, I can make that. Here is … Continue reading
Prevention in the Kitchen
Make potholders & tablecloths unstainable: Spray new potholders & tablecloths with spray starch. This will prevent greasy stains and keep them looking like new. Reapply starch after laundering. Prevent refrigerator odors: Place an uncovered cup of baking soda in … Continue reading
What the hell is a Snake Bean?
Strolling through the market, I discovered beans upon beans. The ones that caught my eye this time were Snake Beans. They are not new to me, in the sense that I had seen them on countless occasions under the label … Continue reading