Monthly Archives: August 2012

Parfait! Quebec Steak

We both enjoyed the steaks I’d prepared earlier using Quebec Beef Spice; but I was wondering how they’d be if I had actually gotten the recipe correct? Quite good, as it turns out. A little oil, a bit of vinegar, … Continue reading

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Tangy Pork Meatballs

I get a lot of email from groups/places/people/things that I only vaguely recall why I ever signed up to be reached out and touched in the first place; so I think about hitting that ‘unsubscribe’ link buried in the bottom … Continue reading

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Quinoa Tabbouleh

Happy 100th Birthday Julia Child! No, I cannot find a record of Julia making quinoa tabbouleh – or regular tabbouleh, for that matter – but back in the day, when I was discovering the joys that could be French cooking … Continue reading

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Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunches

Tasty, dairy-free (vegan, even, if you use Earth Balance buttery spread or sticks) and pretty darned good for you, I think. Well, as good for you as a dessert munchie can be… shredded wheat, peanut butter, brown sugar, a bit … Continue reading

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A Plum Job

There was this meatball recipe… it called for ground pork and ginger and scallions and garlic and panko crumbs and stuff – all pretty basic and normally in stock around here – but then, there was the sauce… Hmmm, Barbecue … Continue reading

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Parfait! Ramen ‘n Romaine Salad with Tamari Dressing

…which is really a long way of saying ‘Asian Salad’ – tho’ I really do hate that name, almost as much as I LOVE this salad; ramen noodles and sunflower seeds toasted in a bit of butter and olive oil, … Continue reading

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Beef Short Ribs, Korean Style

Rich came across this package of boneless beef short ribs while I was pondering a 4 pound box of cherries at Costco the other day, and thought mebbe we should give them a try for dinner that night. A quick … Continue reading

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Cow-B-Gone Vanilla Ice Cream

Rich and his entire digestive system have been much improved in disposition and overall comfort since he has gone (mostly) off of dairy products. Just a little bit of butter or a small schmear of cream cheese doesn’t bother him, … Continue reading

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Jamaican Meat Pies

When I worked in Boston, I used to get this REALLY tasty barbecue beef sammich on sweet Jamaican bread from a food truck that would come by the medical center every now and again, so when I came across this … Continue reading

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Chuck Steak with Zippy Gravy

I love me a coupon, so when I was at the market and came across this thin-cut chuck steak with a big-ole $2 off instant coupon slapped on top of it… well, that beef was what’s for dinner. Now, how … Continue reading

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