Author: Launie Kettler
“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? …
CategoriesDinner Lunch Salad Side Dishes Vegetarian
Trying to Fight Off a Cold With Roasted Vegetable and Lentil Salad
As I chopped the vegetables it dawned on me that they would be great with lentils, and that together they could create a ridiculously healthy salad. …
CategoriesAppetizer Cheese Dinner Drinks Holidays/Events Lunch Vegetarian
A Cheddar Cheese Ball That’s Almost a Gift Itself
The secret arrow in my holiday quiver is this cheddar cheese ball. It’s simple to make, is incredibly addictive and can even make uneven gift giving seem on par. It’s
CategoriesDinner Drinks Holidays/Events Lunch
A Thanksgiving Menu with the Perfect Wine Pairings
(Editors’ Note: Planning a full Thanksgiving menu can be a formidable challenge. Picking just the right wines to serve with that feast can be equally challenging – especially if you
CategoriesCondiments/Spices
From Gnarly Root to Powerful Condiment: The Perils and Beauties of Homemade Horseradish
Gas masks, protective goggles and amazing food. Those ideas seem incongruous. Or so I thought years ago, before I met Launie and before I heard the details of her family’s
CategoriesAppetizer Condiments/Spices Dessert Side Dishes Vegetarian
Candied Almonds with Sea Salt: A sweet surprise in an Apple, Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad
I’m not a big fan of sweets other than fruit, and I’m also not a huge blue cheese fan. But, the combination of sugar-coated almonds and blue cheese in this
CategoriesAppetizer Bread/Baking Cheese Drinks Vegetarian
An Early Birthday Present: Light and Cheese Crackers with Scallions, Jalapenos and Olives
I’m going to divulge a deep and dirty secret about being a food blogger. We live and die by daylight. Artificial overhead light ruins the look of food and the
Green Chicken Chili
We are flush with vegetables and gourds from our winter CSA. And one of my favorite things in the world was prevalent this week – tomatillos. So, I whipped us