Forbidden Rice Risotto with Black Beans, Mango, & Cilantro Pesto
It’s amazing how things change between childhood and adulthood. I remember my mom making wild rice for us as kids and my quiet disdain for those dark, chewy grains. Fast forward 20 (or something) years and I remember the first…
Fennel, Endive, and Blood Orange Salad
When I began to get serious about starting a blog, I invited several girlfriends (the “girlbros” as we so affectionately call one another) over to help me brainstorm about name ideas and goals for the blog that matched my personal…
Blood Orange Vinaigrette
The first time I ever tasted a blood orange was as a freshman in high school, touring Italy during my first trip abroad. Maybe it’s an association with that first international adventure, but I still get giddy and excited whenever…
Korean-Inspired Brisket Stew (“Magic Stew”) for Instant Pot
I used to live near this Korean-inspired cafe that made a soup that possessed miracle cold-curing powers. They called it Farmer’s Market Stew; I called it “Magic Stew.” Brisket, shiitake mushrooms, seasonal greens and 12-hour broth. I was convinced the…
Hot Honey Pie
My boyfriend and I were dining at the lovely Standard Foods – stuffed from small plates alone – when our server brought out the main entree: a whole fried catfish served with thin cornmeal crepes, shimmering and lightly dressed…
With great whisk comes great reward
