What’s left?
What’s left? That’s a loaded question, you’re so right. But what I meant was . . . what’s left in the cookery? Not much at all. It does pose a challenge to stay healthy and nourished when there’s little around the cookery. But we’re running down the supplies as we prepare for the relocation. Ten days and counting. This […]
Scoop this . . . picnic dip
Guests in most sizes, shapes and ages love this easy party picnic dip. It held up well last night at an outdoor fest. The best part: prep time is only 15 minutes. Here’s what you’ll need: 12-16 ounces refried beans 1 cup mild salsa 1 avocado, diced 1 sweet red pepper, chopped 3 scallions, finely chopped 16 […]
Confessional Coconut Cookie Bars
Confession . . . the kids and I are bumping it up a couple of octaves in the cookery today. An ingredient in the cookie bars we’re going to deliver to some hungry teenagers this evening: one full dose of vocals from Freddie Mercury. How’s that for a secret element in the mixture? Coconut […]
What’s left on the cookery shelves?
As this cookery prepares for a relocation, we’re running down the pantry shelves, freezer staples and refrigerator stock. Today’s breakfast? Scrambled egg wraps fattened up with shredded parm, a bit of a splurge for a frugal take on using whatever’s left on the shelf. It may not be the season, but this evening I’m finishing off my carrots and potatoes […]
Rear Window Raspberries
It won’t be long and raspberries out the rear window will be ready for summer picking. What’s certain . . . I’m not the only one with an eye on them. We anticipate sharing the take with neighbors, hikers and four-legged friends. Here’s to co-existing and sharing the wild wealth. I’m designating my gatherings for a rustic French […]
Give it up for Gazpacho
Gazpacho Want to add a dash of hot flavor to your cold soup? Blend these ingredients for a simple gazpacho. This is my own twist on a summer favorite. The kids love it when we break out the blender. One, two, three, liquefy! 16 ounces vine ripened cherry tomatoes 1 medium cucumber 1 small […]
Cookery seeking green pastures
It’s too soon to share our secret, but this cookery and its primary cook will soon be on the move. My outdoor grill partner just returned from a site inspection of the new digs and the grass looks verdant from our perspective. In the moment, the potato gnocchi I dished out for Father’s Day dinner was close to […]
Soup Kitchen
This cookery transforms into a soup kitchen this weekend with chilled fruit soup and gazpacho. I’ll be trying a recipe from a noted Hudson Valley culinary inspiration. I watched this teacher prepare her gazpacho in under 20 minutes. She really knows how to encourage home cooks. It’s time to dust off the food processor.
Ladies Who Lunch . . . with a brown bag
I’m brown-baggin’ it today with a bus full of children. We’re off to a field trip and today’s lunches are packed and ready to tote. The feature . . . turkey and Provolone with baby bib lettuce on whole wheat bread, tiny ripe apricots, carrots and mini pretzels. No drink bottles allowed. We’ll be on the […]
Cookery closed for the day
We’re moving it all outdoors today. This indoor cookery is closing for the day and we’ll be keeping it light and easy with a picnic basket. Any sunny sandwich ideas?