CategoriesAppetizer Cheese Dinner Lunch Side Dishes Soup Vegetarian
Cheddar and Broccoli Rabe Soup
It’s been a wild ride of a week in terms of the weather. Friday it was 75 degrees – Saturday it snowed. Currently hanging out on my dresser is a
Author: Launie Kettler
CategoriesAppetizer Bread/Baking Breakfast/Brunch Cheese Dinner Lunch Mexican Side Dishes Vegetarian
Go Big or Go Home: Cheddar, Jalapeno and Dill Scones
Have you ever been down for no particular reason? For instance, you go to bed feeling happy, cheerful and sleepy and then you wake up, feeling like a blight on
CategoriesPork Side Dishes
Spicy Broccoli Rabe, Sausage and Bell Pepper Saute
Two weeks ago, Jedd and I packed our bags and headed to Maine for two nights and one glorious day of hanging out on the beach. Sure, early April isn’t
Happy Spring! Tomato Ricotta Tart
Spring is in the air. I can say that with authority because when I walked around town doing errands today, I kept running into friends and acquaintances who all said,
CategoriesChicken Chinese Condiments/Spices Dinner Sauces
Teriyaki Sauce: It’s the Gift That Keeps on Giving
A few weeks ago Jedd and I went out to dinner, which is a rarity for us. I write about food for paychecks, so I cook several times a day.
It’s Beautiful and Spicy: Ugli Fruit and Mango Salsa
As we’ve established on these pages, I’m a cheap date. I don’t need flowers or chocolate to make my day. But I am a sucker for a new ingredient. So,
Frozen Grapes: They’re Like Candy
Last week I was talking with my mother when she asked if I had ever eaten frozen grapes. I told her that I hadn’t, and in fact I’d never even
“Philly” Chicken Cheese Sandwiches
I’m not an expert on Philly cheese steaks. In fact, I’ve never even been to Philadelphia. But, I have been drunk and had the munchies. And there was a great
CategoriesAppetizer Dinner Lunch Mexican Vegetarian
Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Smoky Salsa
Traditionally peppers are stuffed with hamburger, rice and tomato sauce. But, when working with spicy little poblanos, why not mirror their taste with a fresh smoky salsa along with bright
Barbecued Pork with Blackened Red Peppers
For the last week our living room window has been a derivation on this theme. Whether it’s been snow or frost, we’ve been lucky if our view has been translucent
CategoriesAppetizer Salad Sauces Vegetarian
Fresh Orange Vinaigrette
It’s amazing how with just a few ingredients you can make a fantastic salad. Usually I load salads up “Jedd Style,” with tons of vegetables and some quickly sauteed seeds.
Ancho and Chipotle Lime Chicken with a Kiwi Salsa
Grilled chicken in a chipotle and ancho chili marinade only takes about 3 minutes of hands-on time. Then it’s off to the fridge for a half an hour. And then it just takes a few minutes on the grill for the chili marinade to caramelize the chicken. …
CategoriesCondiments/Spices
Why Spend Money on Sun Dried Tomatoes When You Can Oven Dry Them Instead?
They’re great on a pizza, a sandwich or just as a snack. But, sun dried tomatoes aren’t cheap, and for $1.99 you can make them yourself. Not only will you
CategoriesDinner Lunch Side Dishes Vegetarian
A Many-Monikered Bean: Cranberry Beans Stewed with Sage
Launie and I are real suckers for a pretty ingredient. Especially if it’s one that we’ve never cooked with before. Launie’s been known to squeal a little when she finds one. …
CategoriesBreakfast/Brunch Dinner Lunch Potatoes Vegetarian
Homefries Three Ways
We all know what they should taste like – but why are the results so typically disappointing? Being an optimist by nature I usually try them in new places. Hey you never know, right? …