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  • Greek + Mediterranean,  main course,  salads,  vegetarian

    Panzanella Salad

    2019-07-19 /

    It was bloody hot today. Too hot to hold hands with The Man. Too hot to walk barefoot in the grass (even the grass was hot). And def too hot to cook. AmIright? So here’s what we’re gonna do.  Stay inside, strip down to our skivvies, pour some wine, turn on our favorite music (Justin Timberlake, Outkast, Beck, Nina Simone…whatever gets the hips swaying) and make Panzanella Salad.   It’s a beautiful word, isn’t it? Panzanella. Pane (bread) + zanella (soup bowl) = panzanella.  Saying it feels like a silky + floral Chianti is trickling down your throat. Pan-za-NEL-la! Calling it by its name— Panzanella Salad, a Tuscan bread salad—is much more…

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    Mediterranean Chicken Salad

    2019-05-05

    Fakes (Greek Lentils)

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  • comfort food,  Greek + Mediterranean,  main course,  pasta + noodles,  vegetarian

    Pasta Aglio e Olio: CYOA

    2019-07-18 /

    On its own, pasta aglio e olio is deliciously simple: pasta + garlic + olive oil. Life doesn’t get much more pure than that.  But we are going to shake things up a bit, go beyond garlic and olive oil. This recipe takes that classic dish of pasta glistening with oil, loaded with caramelized garlic and swanks it up a bit with a toss of crushed red pepper + fresh parsley + (among other things) zippy lemon zest.  Mediterranean confetti, if you will. We’re taking an age-old recipe for pasta aglio e olio and giving it a plot twist of our choosing.  Hence Pasta Aglio e Olio: CYOA (Choose Your…

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    Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Nachos

    2019-05-02

    Low Country Boil aka Frogmore Stew

    2019-05-30

    Panang Curry Noodle Bowl

    2019-04-20
  • Asian fare,  main course,  paleo,  poultry,  salads

    Tangy + Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad

    2019-06-28 /

    Do you have 30 minutes? Good! That means you have time to throw together this refreshing Tangy + Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad! It’s a rainbow of colors + textures bolstered by a silky peanut dressing—a flavor explosion, I guarantee. I have compiled a scrumptious conglomeration of typical Southeastern Asian ingredients including sesame oil + cilantro + ginger (for flavor) and chopped peanuts + cabbage + carrots (for crunch). You could always add crispy wontons for extra toothsomeness.  I’ve also included a zinger: green papaya. Most Asian markets carry green, or under ripe, papayas either whole or shredded in a bag. Adding green papaya among this salad’s gorgeous vegetables + flavors…

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    Vietnamese Shredded Chicken + Noodle Salad

    2019-06-17

    Panang Curry Noodle Bowl

    2019-04-20

    Creamy Coconut + Curry Chickpeas

    2019-04-27
  • Asian fare,  main course,  pescetarian

    Easy Spicy Ahi (+ Ebi) Stacks for 2 

    2019-06-27 /

    When I go out to eat, I often have When Harry Met Sally moments.  Let me clarify. I scrutinize what the waiters serve to other patrons as they saunter past my table. And sometimes, without even having an idea of what is on the plate, I will simply say, “I’ll have what she’s having.” The last time I tried that technique was when I saw this glorious tower of crab + rice + tuna + avocado in a saucy puddle, sprinkled with sesame seeds. When it came time to take my order, the Tower of Seafood my heart yearned for was no more. Much to my chagrin, they sold the…

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    Tangy + Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad

    2019-06-28

    Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad

    2019-08-06

    Seared Pepper Ahi Tuna + Wasabi Vinaigrette

    2019-05-12
  • gluten free,  main course,  pescetarian,  seafood,  sugar + spice

    Quick + Easy Blackened Shrimp 

    2019-06-22 /

    A gold star on my forehead. There was nothing I treasured more than that sticky foil star, smack dab between my eyes. I intended to wear it the entire day, as a trophy, a distinction. Unfortunately, within the hour my forehead was glistening with perspiration and the star lost its grip. Such is life in New Orleans where the weather is either balmy, hot, or ooh-wee chile’ scorching. What had I done to receive such a high honor? I cleaned my plate. Almost to the point of licking. I was at K-Paul’s, Paul Prudhomme’s restaurant, experiencing blackening seasoning for the first time. On redfish, I recall. Redfish seasoned and seared…

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    Shrimp + Scallop Ceviche

    2019-05-20

    Mediterranean Chicken Salad

    2019-05-05

    Mexican Three-Way* BLT Dip

    2019-02-10
  • Asian fare,  crowd pleasers,  gluten free,  main course,  pork

    Sticky Honey + Hoisin Lacquered Ribs

    2019-06-18 /

    This recipe is simple yet packed with big flavors. But before you jump feet first into this recipe, I feel compelled to share that making these Sticky Honey + Hoisin Lacquered Ribs is a two-step process. This cooking process will result in fall-off-the-bone-tender ribs through braising and then coating them in a deep + dark amber lacquer.  Once they’re done, you’ll want to suck these babies all the way down to the bone. But these aren’t just any ordinary BBQ ribs. Oh, no. These are ribs with a Chinese flavor twist.  Yessiree, a fusion of flavors that is so.damn.good you’ll be licking that sticky coating off your lips and fingers…

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    Easy Spicy Ahi (+ Ebi) Stacks for 2 

    2019-06-27

    Curried Chicken Wings + Mango Chutney-Yogurt Dipping Sauce

    2019-04-01

    Vietnamese Shredded Chicken + Noodle Salad

    2019-06-17
  • Asian fare,  can be vegetarian,  main course,  pasta + noodles,  poultry,  salads

    Vietnamese Shredded Chicken + Noodle Salad

    2019-06-17 /

    I  wish everyone reading this post could jump through the screen and taste this Vietnamese Shredded Chicken + Noodle Salad! It is bursting with bright colors + savory flavors + sundry textures. I am scarfing down another heaping helping right now. It’s a good thing I am writing and not talking because my mouth is full and NO ONE wants to see that. I was craving this Vietnamese Shredded Chicken + Noodle Salad as I wanted to make something substantial yet light. This salad nails both of those qualifiers. The chicken adds a lot of substance, as do the noodles, while the vinegar-based dressing keeps it bright. (Excuse me while…

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    Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad

    2019-08-06

    Tangy + Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad

    2019-06-28

    Seared Pepper Ahi Tuna + Wasabi Vinaigrette

    2019-05-12
  • comfort food,  crowd pleasers,  main course,  pescetarian,  seafood

    Low Country Boil aka Frogmore Stew

    2019-05-30 /

    One of the new gals at work is from California, and I have taken it upon myself to play Southern Tour Guide to help her settle in. For convenience, let’s call her Becky. Becky and I have gone to museums and the theater, canal cruises, cultural festivals and SEC games—the full gamut. There is no dearth of activity in our area, so our orientation schedule has been pretty packed. “We will leave no stone unturned!” I told Becky. Becky smiled politely…and then I think she rolled her eyes. I am on a mission. Part of this mission means hosting a lowcountry-ish shindig. Every newbie to the South needs to experience…

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    Fakes (Greek Lentils)

    2019-03-29

    Lemony Creme + White Chocolate Trifle

    2019-05-28

    Toast 6+ Ways

    2019-06-09
  • Asian fare,  main course,  pescetarian,  salads

    Seared Pepper Ahi Tuna + Wasabi Vinaigrette

    2019-05-12 /

    I am about to blow your mind with this recipe, so pay attention. Seared Pepper Tuna is such an indulgence for me. Something about clean tuna crusted with freshly cracked pepper throws me into a drooling tailspin. So.Many.Times I have put all dinner plans aside to drive directly to a sushi house to get my fix. For some reason it never occurred to me that I should (or could!) make it at home. That is, until I had this chat with myself: Girl, you are a bad ass, and you can make this yourself! So here we are. Lean in. I have to tell you a secret. You can be…

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    House Blend Curry Powder

    2019-04-27
  • can be vegetarian,  comfort food,  Greek + Mediterranean,  main course,  pasta + noodles

    Lemon Zest + Spring Pea Parmesan Orzo

    2019-05-09 /

    I am welcoming summer with mouth wide open!   Yes, I know it it only May, but in Augusta our summer starts in April. But then switches back to winter. And then we will have two outstanding weeks of spring. But now we are in summer again. Sooo…….last night I made this delightfully fresh and lively Lemon Zest + Spring Pea Parmesan Orzo. This recipe is so easy you’ll have plenty of time to do those warm weather things you love to do, like sleep in the sun or splash in the pool. Lemon Zest + Spring Pea Parmesan Orzo is sunshine on a plate. This dish is so much…

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