It had been on my mind for years to make a Spanish tortilla, which is nothing like the tortillas familiar to most Americans. It’s basically a frittata that features potatoes. The spuds earned it a place on this year’s Thanksgiving menu. The nephew who requested a bacon-themed Thanksgiving five years ago, before he entered the Marines, … View Post
Quinoa With Papaya, Orange and Honey
I found this recipe in Jason Roberts’ Good Food Fast while I was looking for breakfasts that could be made ahead and assembled quickly by me and our early-rising house guest. I loved the bites containing the crunchy nuts and seeds, but found the spoonfuls containing just quinoa, orange and yogurt lacking. Mango and blackberries would … View Post
Watermelon, Feta and Arugula Salad
Until we ate at Panera recently, all the pictures I’d seen of watermelon feta salad hadn’t persuaded me to try it. It just didn’t appeal to me. Now I am sorry I waited. I loved Panera’s version, with an arugula base, dotted with juicy watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, a handful of toasted almond slices and a sprinkling of ancient grains. I was … View Post
Two Spreads: Hummus and Chutney Cream Cheese
We really like (and miss) Tommy’s in the Coventry area of Cleveland Heights; they serve their hummus with Cheddar melted on top. That and one of their spinach pies makes a heavenly meal. These days you can buy commercial hummus of varying quality just about anywhere, but it’s really very easy to make. Both of these spreads … View Post
Aw, nuts
I’m nuts about both of these recipes. I like to keep some kind of flavored nut on hand because they’re great as snacks, party treats or salad toppers. Recently I gave some as hostess gifts, and they were happily received. They seem especially appreciated by those who try to avoid desserts or who watch their … View Post
