Tag Archives: organic
What the Hell is a Tejocote?
I looked at the cute orange little orbs and thought “Oh, I need to try this” My spouse looked at me. I knew he was thinking $7.99 a pound for the unknown. So, I simple grabbed one handful and popped … Continue reading
Crab Ravioli with Roasted Red Bell-Pepper & Lemon Sauce
My sister held up fresh ravioli and said, “This looks so good, but why doesn’t it come with sauce!” My sister asked for the million time as we shopped Costco. I looked at her and said, because you make it … Continue reading
What the Hell is a Cactus Pear?
I looked at the little ugly fruit. Not one to have food remorse, I tossed one in my basket. Unloading groceries with my spouse, he held it up and laughed “You bought one sad prickly pear?” I smiled, “Yes- culinary … Continue reading
Linguine with Chanterelle,Shrimp & artichoke hearts
I know the rule- NEVER grocery shop when you’re hungry as it leads to buying more food… but we are all guilty of it on occasion. I recently found myself much in need of grocery shopping after the snow storm. … Continue reading
Are we going to Cuba or to the South?
I spotted the dusty canister of dry black beans on my pantry shelf. I also remembered during the holidays I went to a wedding and the wedding favor was a seasoning blend that the bride had made (yes, she’s a chef) I was … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 