Tasty condiments
POSTED ON July 11, 2009
Posted in Condiments, Gluten free
I have had a lot of requests for simple, quick meals and it’s got me thinking about how I eat at home on a daily basis. It’s definitely not complicated and time consuming but it is delicious and healthy. I think the key is to have good condiments on hand so you can turn [...] continue reading ->
Polenta with grilled romano beans and rustic pesto
POSTED ON July 5, 2009
Posted in Gluten free, Grains, Mains
A post about Cayuga Pure Organics has been bubbling to the surface of my blog for weeks now. I have been buying their delicious dried beans at the farmers market (recipes to follow soon) and discovered recently that they also grind their own spelt and wheat for flour, and corn into a coarse meal that inspired [...] continue reading ->
Strawberry custard tart
POSTED ON June 28, 2009
Posted in Dessert
I have a visitor arriving tonight; she’s one of my oldest friends. Our connection began at her kitchen table when I was four years old and she was a mother of three. I used to draw pictures while she cooked and baked for the many children and friends that passed through her home.
Now she’s [...] continue reading ->
Oats and chia seeds with almond milk
POSTED ON June 24, 2009
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten free
“What do you eat for breakfast?” It’s a question I have been asked for years, especially by people wanting to incorporate healthier foods into their diet. Since I love breakfast I always have a lot of suggestions.
Soaked oats and chia seeds with almond milk and berries was what I found myself eating through the [...] continue reading ->
Curried chickpea cakes with cilantro coconut chutney
POSTED ON June 20, 2009
Posted in Condiments, Gluten free, Mains
Tonight, I am going over to my friend Susan’s for dinner; it is always a pleasure to share meals, prosecco and conversation on her lovely terrace. Susan Simon is an author of many wonderful cookbooks and a catering extraordinaire. In the 10 years that I have known her she has taught me a lot about food [...] continue reading ->