Modified from Bon Appétit / Epicurious Since our wedding anniversary is also New Year’s Eve, we decided to have a pre-anniversary get together with friends to usher in the New Year a day early. We snacked from a table of nuts, cheese, and bacon-wrapped stuffed dates to help soak up all the alcohol from the… Continue reading Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Category: Entrees
Citrus and Avocado Salad
Modified from Food and Wine With this recipe, I have achieved something that I never have before – getting Mr. “He Cleans” to enjoy avocado. He is repulsed by every form of guacamole, from homemade to that prepared table-side by flamboyant Spanish-speaking servers in the heart of New Mexico. Neither does he appreciate the rich,… Continue reading Citrus and Avocado Salad
Chicken with Mushrooms and Grapes
Suddenly it is almost dinner time, and I haven’t the faintest idea of what I’m going to cook. This is an opportunity to take inventory of what is in the refrigerator, then google it and see what you come up with. It is food roulette – there are hardly any ingredients that someone hasn’t thought… Continue reading Chicken with Mushrooms and Grapes
Lamb Chops with Moroccan Spice Rub and Apricot Risotto
These grass-fed lamb chops from U.S. Wellness Meats are rich in taste and perfect for grilling. We marinated the lamb chops in a wet spice rub of classic Moroccan herbs and spices, and paired the grilled chops with a creamy risotto spiked with Turkish apricots and pistachios for a dinner worthy of any special occasion. … Continue reading Lamb Chops with Moroccan Spice Rub and Apricot Risotto
Pork Chops with Sweet Potato and Fennel Hash
Pork chops are so easy. They cook up quickly without much fuss, which makes them great for mid-week dinners. I especially like pork paired with something that has a little sweetness. Fruits like apples, cherries, and apricots are clear winners – but so are the sugars from slowly caramelized fennel, onion, and sweet potatoes in… Continue reading Pork Chops with Sweet Potato and Fennel Hash
Beef Chili Rellenos
Stuffed poblano peppers are a great way to make a pot of chili more interesting, whether you’re having guests or just using up some leftovers. This is not a quick recipe because there is a lot of preparation, but your hard work will pay off! The chili in this recipe is mildly spicy. If you’d… Continue reading Beef Chili Rellenos
Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Soup
This is a nice, simple soup for a cool evening! This recipe is part of our feature on U.S. Wellness Meats, “Music and Meals to Warm You Up“. Visit their website for free-range chicken, grass-fed beef, and other great products! Although I haven’t tried it, coconut milk can probably be substituted for the heavy cream… Continue reading Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Soup
Smoked Turkey Enchiladas with Cranberry Salsa
Leftover turkey. I love it for the first couple of days, then…what to do with it? This recipe for turkey enchiladas is my new favorite way to transform that leftover turkey into something that doesn’t seem like a leftover! Our turkey happened to be smoked, but you could use any cooked turkey or chicken for… Continue reading Smoked Turkey Enchiladas with Cranberry Salsa
Beef Short Ribs Braised in Red Wine
Okay, so I forgot that we have already posted a recipe for braised short ribs….what can I say? Braised short ribs are really great cool weather food – and especially filling when served over mashed cauliflower or polenta (as pictured here). This time I did make a few minor changes to the recipe – some… Continue reading Beef Short Ribs Braised in Red Wine
Pan-Fried Catfish
Here we are – with “Frying, Revisited”. As I’ve mentioned before, I’m not much of a fry cook. The last effort ended with a smoky, greasy mess in the kitchen – and that was just me! However, I’m glad I made another attempt because this catfish was “right tasty”, as Southerners might say. We wanted… Continue reading Pan-Fried Catfish
Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Cauliflower Mash
This recipe is a low-carb adaptation of Shrimp and Grits, and I have to say it worked pretty well! There are a lot of flavors here – first, in lieu of grits, a base of roasted cauliflower pureed with roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese. Then we top it off with wild-caught shrimp in a spicy… Continue reading Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Cauliflower Mash
Twice-Cooked Zucchini Boats
I confess – I’ve been a little crazed with the zucchini this year. Not because I actually grew any – – I am a horrible gardener! I planted several zucchini plants, and didn’t grow a single squash. When people talk of how productive their plants are, and they “just don’t know what to do with… Continue reading Twice-Cooked Zucchini Boats
Chicken Sausage “Pasta” (with zucchini noodles)
Some days you just need a quick lunch or dinner idea that doesn’t involve much cooking. This was one of those days! I try to keep a package or two of pre-cooked sausages in the refrigerator for this very reason. Whole foods, and some supermarkets, have a good selection of gluten-free, pre-cooked chicken sausages. Some… Continue reading Chicken Sausage “Pasta” (with zucchini noodles)
New Mexico Carne Adovada
Modified from The Border Cookbook : Authentic Home Cooking of the American Southwest and Northern Mexico (Cheryl A. Jamison and Bill Jamison) One of our favorite places to eat in Santa Fe is Maria’s New Mexican Kitchen. Maria’s is primarily noted for their VAST selection of margaritas crafted for every tequila out there. In fact… Continue reading New Mexico Carne Adovada
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