Tag Archives: Lime Juice

Asparagus Ceviche

I was looking for something “different” to do with asparagus. I mean, yeh, I could blanch it (which I do a lot), I could sauté it in some garlic infused olive oil, grill it, roast it, you name it, but … Continue reading

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Cowboy Caviar Salad

My cousin Lois makes a fine bean salad, but, I kinda think I like this one a bit better (sorry, Lois!). Starting out with a can each of black beans, black-eyed peas, and corn, then allowed to marinate with a … Continue reading

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Drunken Noodles

So, first thing, this recipe from Nigella Lawson is as alcohol-free as it is gluten-free. I *think* the name comes from the fact that it is really effective after a night out on the town, or perhaps evening the morning … Continue reading

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Asian-Inspired Chicken Thighs

Sadly, I did not make a note of where I came across this recipe, because, credit as credit is due, it is delicious! And, the only real change I made was to replace the called for soy sauce with lower … Continue reading

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Thai-Style Pork Stew – New and Improved!

I have been making this tasty stew for twelve years now, and I am kinda surprised at how I am still able to improve on an already good dish. One of the big issues for serving this to a crowd … Continue reading

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Cucumber and Shallot Lime Juice Pickle

For a bit over a year, now, we have been using a food kit service recommended by a good friend. We normally order between two to four kits a week, have really enjoyed most of them, and I have learned … Continue reading

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Creamy Guacamole

I came across an advertisement for “creamy guacamole” which looked to be almost a salad dressing and, I was intrigued. It reminded me of a sauce that I rather liked a long time ago – mebbe when I was living … Continue reading

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Cherry Cosmo

On a recent trip to Door County in Wisconsin, we stopped by a cherry place so Rich’s mom could pick up some treats for friends back home – y’know, chocolate covered cherries, dried cherries, cherry juice. While poking around, we … Continue reading

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Green Beans, Cuban(?) Style

To go with our very tasty Cuban Chicken, I did some surfing on da Google and came across a recipe for Cuban Green Beans. Is this a favorite in Havana, served by Cuban grandmothers to their progeny? I have absolutely … Continue reading

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Thai Celery Salad

You don’t often come across something this simple to toss together and this tasty. I was doubtful of the whole thing, right up until I tasted it. Now, whether we’re having Thai Pork Stew for dinner or not, we will … Continue reading

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