Cooking Simplified
When brainstorming ideas for today’s lunch (and what would surely become lunch for the rest of the week) I challenged myself to think beyond the traditional salad or pasta dish. What would fill me up and keep me hooked all week long, all while staying within the realm of healthy eating? Creating an exciting meal …
I have a special place in my heart for Caesar salad. I adore the intense salty flavor, the creaminess of the dressing, the crunch of the croutons. Like many other Americans, I don’t need to be reminded I’m eating this. I’m talking to you, restaurant who lays the carcasses of shimmery eel-like fish across my …
The Brussels sprout has become a multidimensional ingredient. Once feared by children everywhere, the sprout has transformed from a steamed and plain green into a caramelized and crispy restaurant staple. Roasted or sauteed, it makes the perfect accompaniment to a meal. Two summers ago my parents took me to their favorite Italian eatery in St. …
Everything but the kitchen sink. It’s an expression that rings true in my kitchen, specifically when it comes to salads. I have a deep and passionate love of salad. At my old office, I was nicknamed a rabbit due to the rate at which I consumed salads and raw veggies. Thanks to a career in …