Shrimp and Grits is one of my favorite dishes when we visit down South. Since travelling isn’t really in the cards these days, I thought we could take a culinary trip right from my kitchen in Jersey. I researched this dish from a few sources as it has so much history. I liked Bobby Deen’s tip to use Canadian bacon in lieu of regular bacon since it is a leaner […]
Easy recipes with lots of flavor. That’s what summer cooking is all about. And highlighting what’s in season, of course. This Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Black Olives, Garlic and Feta Cheese is ready in minutes. Tomatoes and parsley are the stars of the show, with the salty punch of black olives, capers and feta as the sidekicks. This dish is amazing on hot summer nights. Enjoy it with wine and some […]
If you are in need of some culinary indulgence, my Classic Braised Short Ribs are totally a must-do. The short ribs themselves are pretty pricey, but all the remaining ingredients in this dish are basics every home cook should have in their refrigerator or pantry. And of course, you can use your favorite wine no matter what the brand. The beauty of short ribs is that they can be presented […]
You can never have too many pasta recipes. Do you feel me? Rigatoni All’Amatriciana was a hit in my house. Pancetta sizzles up in a pan, followed by onions, red pepper and garlic. Add tomatoes and simmer for about 20 minutes and dinner is basically done. Sometimes a big bowl of pasta is just right. In my opinion, that’s all the time! Traditionally, amatriciana sauce is served with bucatini – […]
One of the benefits of my insomnia is that I dream colossal epic dreams that I remember quite vividly upon waking up no less than three times per night usually over a 6-to-7 hour rest, if you can call it that. Tossing and turning to settle; craving water; trying to find zen after crazy adrenaline triggered by copious amounts of asthma meds; dozing in and out; waking up to use […]
