Winter has returned with a vengeance. We should be thinking spring but instead we are thinking comfort foods and curling up in front of a roaring fire. This is a meal that you can serve anytime. It is hearty enough to eat now and it is light enough to be enjoyed in the spring and summer. The zucchini was a little hard to slice with a vegetable peeler. I have a mandolin, but I don’t know how to use it. I…
I am a huge fan of Indian food. I had never attempted to make it at home before. I received a spice packet from karen’s spice kitchen. I make Chicken Tikka Masala and it was delicious. After that, I decided to make Shrimp Curry. I love International flavors. This is a gourmet meal you can make at home. The recipe can easily be doubled if you are entertaining. Enjoy. Shrimp Curry 1 pound uncooked shrimp (shell removed, sand vein cleaned…
I am in a bit of a quandary. We have just returned from Mexico so what should be very warm for March 1st seems a little chilly to me. I know there is not a lot of sympathy out there. I also don’t know what to cook. It feels like grilling weather one day, and cold enough for chili the next. I thought I would keep with the Mexican theme and cook up some Fajitas. I am using beautiful red,…
Does everyone have Championship on their mind today? Weren’t the Buckeyes over the top last night? They did Ohio proud. Well, even though my chili didn’t win a National Championship, it was the hit of the pregame party. I changed it up just a little bit and I got the thumbs up from everyone who ate it. This will certainly keep you warm on a winter’s day. Championship Chili 2 pounds of extra lean ground beef 2 Tablespoons of Extra…