Next time you’re looking for something a little bit different for breakfast, try these egg cups. The smoky ham and cheese melt together for a taste reminiscent of Quiche Lorraine, while the assorted vegetables add savory texture. This recipe can be made without bacon if you prefer eggs and veggies alone – just make sure…
Month: March 2012
Birthday Bloody Mary
My parents, sister and I always went on vacation in August, and were usually away from home on Janet’s birthday. Those were glorious road trips, staying in funky little holiday cabins and touring local, rarely-visited historic sites. Stopping at a country farm stand in late afternoon, we would often make a meal of fresh sweet…
Birds’ Nests
Looking for an impressive breakfast for unexpected guests and don’t have sufficient luxury ingredients? Don’t sweat it, because here’s all you need: one egg. Yep, one egg. Fluffy whipped egg whites form a pillowy nest around a golden yolk. Reconstructed and baked like a tiny work of art, these individual servings simply call out to…
Grilled Lamb Satay with Herb Dipping Sauce
Tender spring lamb is cut into bite-sized pieces, marinated, skewered, and gently grilled. Served with a dipping sauce made from a medley of fresh, green herbs, this makes a simple and appealing appetizer worthy of the season. Or, if you prefer, serve with some rice and a garden salad for a light and easy meal….
Guinness-Glazed Ham with Braised Cabbage
Traditional Irish holiday meat of choice? Pork. It wasn’t until the 1800’s that Irish-American immigrants latched on to corned beef as a less expensive alternative when they arrived in this country. Mix Guinness with some sugar and spicy mustard for a dark, sweet-savory sauce that complements the ham’s smoky flavor. The recipe calls for only a…
Becca’s Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Tomato Salsa
My niece Becca uses no onions or garlic in her salsa. She keeps it simple and pure, all seasonings added to showcase the summery flavor of ripe, juicy tomatoes. Delicious on blue corn chips on a sultry July evening. Also surprisingly right atop some quick scrambled eggs with a little sour cream to balance the…
Banana Bread
Very ripe bananas have a deep, fragrant aroma, and the perfect texture for firm, moist bread. I like to use whole wheat flour for added depth. You can bake this bread in a pan and slice, or spoon the batter into a tin for individual muffins. Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter ¾ cup sugar ¾ cup…
Chipotle-Peach Salmon
Chipotles, or smoked jalapeño chile peppers, add a mild but spicy smokiness to Mexican traditional dishes. In recent years, they’ve found their way across the border and have become more common in local groceries (check the Mexican food or specialty spice section). Mix the smoky chipotle with sweet, sultry peach, then bake the salmon in a…
Breadcrumbs Fines Herbes
A jar of homemade breadcrumbs makes a homey, old-fashioned gift. Put a tag on it, and send it along with a favorite recipe. If you’re lucky, the recipient may invite you to dinner. Basic Breadcrumbs Ingredients 1 loaf Italian or French bread (day old bread works well) Preparation Preheat oven to 250°. Slice…
Blueberry Crumble
Similar to pie without a crust, a crumble is easy to whip up, and offers a delicious homemade pie-like taste without the fuss of rolling out dough. I like to keep the crumble on the tart side, so the natural zing of the blueberries comes through, then sweeten it up by serving with fresh whipped cream…
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