Sometimes I feel quite lazy on the weekends for dinner. But it was dinnertime and I had to make *something* and I did not have enough leftovers for a whole meal. I looked in my fridge and spotted some leftover shredded zucchini. I wanted to make a zucchini latke type thing as a ... Continue Reading
Side Dishes
Green Chile Mashed Potatoes
The other day on my 'What's for dinner?' thread on my Facebook page, someone commented that they had made green chile mashed potatoes. It sounded so good, I wanted to make some myself. I had all of the ingredients given that it is chile season here in Central TX so I decided to ... Continue Reading
Grilled Portabello Mushroom Pizzas
Wondering how to enjoy pizza without eating wheat or other grains? I have seen many ideas for grain free pizzas out there. This one is my family's favorite. We loved mushroom pizzas before so I figured why not promote the mushroom to be the crust? I am not sure if you have tried ... Continue Reading
Sorrel and Potato Gratin
I decided to try some sorrel after spotting it at my farmer's market last weekend. I tasted it and it had a lovely bright and sour flavor - almost like a cross between lemon and strawberries. It was a very happy flavor and I figured it would add some interesting life to ... Continue Reading
Homemade Tip Wednesday: How to Make Crispy French Fries
I will admit it: I am a sucker for French fries. Isn't everyone? There are many techniques involved in making a perfectly crisp French fry. I will share how I do it. Yes, you can make mock French fries in the oven to avoid the oil…this post isn't about that. This post is about ... Continue Reading
Sweet and Sour Fermented Coleslaw
I love sauerkraut but sometimes you just want good old coleslaw! Well, guess what? You can make coleslaw from basic sauerkraut. This is sweet and sour from the honey and vinegar and is very refreshing! This is perfect for an outdoor barbeque. Sweet and Sour Fermented ... Continue Reading
