Monthly Archives: May 2014

Ultimate Burger

Posted on May 15, 2014 by tbuzzee

I came across this recipe for ‘Craig Claiborne’s Ultimate Hamburger’, and thought that it needed to be tried. But… it needed to be tried my way. Mr Claiborne called for heating a skillet with salt, then adding the burgers and … Continue reading →

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The Doris Project (TDP) Week 18: Strawberry Salsa

Posted on May 14, 2014 by tbuzzee

Strawberry jam, sure; and strawberry cookie bars are a no-brainer, heck, even strawberry ice cubes dropped into a sparkling cocktail are pretty much of a given, but… Strawberry salsa? Yeah, youbetcha! Today’s Doris Project recipe is a tangy blend of … Continue reading →

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Zippy! French Dressing

Posted on May 13, 2014 by tbuzzee

I came across a vintage magazine ad for a “spicy” home made French salad dressing that called for an entire 1/2 teaspoon (!) of Tabasco along with the more usual French dressing ingredients – no doubt taking its lead from … Continue reading →

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Langostinos Fra Diavolo

Posted on May 12, 2014 by tbuzzee

Garlicky, packed with just a bit of heat, and sautéed ‘shooms and stuff and oh! so tasty served over pasta (or rice, rice is good here, too); this dish is a nice change from your typical red sauce. I adapted … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Curried Tuna Salad

Posted on May 9, 2014 by tbuzzee

A kinduva surprising combination of tuna, mayonnaise, curry powder, Asiago cheese and three types of pickle relish; this recipe has become our default tuna salad. It also just happens to be a very fine party spread for crackers, with mebbe … Continue reading →

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Grilled Chuck Steak and a FINE Marinade

Posted on May 8, 2014 by tbuzzee

It is well known that I am a sucker for a deal; so when I came across this packet of chuck steak at the market with a $3 off coupon on it, there was absolutely no doubt it’d be coming … Continue reading →

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The Doris Project (TDP) Week 17: Perky! Pickled Peppers

Posted on May 7, 2014 by tbuzzee

To be totally honest, I can’t really recall why I sent this recipe to mom almost ten years ago, or why she kept it, but in the way of The Doris Project, a print out of it came back to … Continue reading →

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Quiche, Crustless and (mostly) Flourless

Posted on May 6, 2014 by tbuzzee

So, yeh, there is one tablespoon of flour in the egg and cream mixture, but I’m guessing that an equal amount of almond or soy flour (or your own personal favorite) would do just as well. For the rest of … Continue reading →

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Eggplant With Vodka Sauce

Posted on May 5, 2014 by tbuzzee

So, yeh, this little beauty was what I had for lunch today… leftover oven-fried eggplant layered with provolone and shredded Mozz, Parmesan and Asiago cheeses in a very nice vodka sauce. Nice; especially leftover, fresh from the ‘wave with a … Continue reading →

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Parfait! French Carrots

Posted on May 2, 2014 by tbuzzee

I believe I’ve made one of my favorite good-for-you munchies just a wee, tiny bit better! Don’t get me wrong, I still love freshly sliced carrots marinated overnight in some of my favorite home made French dressing, then tossed with … Continue reading →

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