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?
Thrifty Thursday in the Cookery
The mood around the cookery feels like Thrifty Thursday. I’m anchoring this evening’s meal with Wild Alaska Sockeye salmon from Trader Joe’s. At $6.67, I’ve spent the bulk of my $10 budget for four people tonight. On hand, fresh dill weed, penne, grape tomatoes and spinach. Done. Leftover watermelon slices (if the afternoon snackers don’t get to them first) […]
Whisk Time
Michael Graves whisk . . . meet Michael Graves timer. Though one was designed for Target and one for Alessi, there’s no denying a connection between these two cousins. New meets almost-vintage in these utility essentials.
Reach for that reference
In living, cooking, writing . . . whatever the endeavor, why not reach for that reference? When it comes to breakfast, I’m notorious for offering Wasa crispbread, cheese, yogurt and fresh fruit. But my husband loves pancakes. He just turned out his best batch ever with a “Griddle Cakes” recipe from our vintage Better Homes and […]
Meet my favorite dough boy . . .Trader Giotto
Just call me lucky. That gracious neighbor of mine stopped by Trader Joe’s again to do her shopping and filled my wish list, too. As I’ve mentioned, we live miles and miles from the nearest TJ’s, so this gesture stands tall. Just delivered . . . Trader Joe’s Garlic & Herb pizza dough. We rolled out […]
Fire up the eggplant
Fire up the eggplant and feast on this Middle Eastern stew. A food loving gentleman introduced me to this modest dish and although it’s fantastic as is, he also recommends adding a little cubed lamb or beef to embellish for a special meal. I’ve made it with all of the variations. Excellent! Hazi’s Stew 6 […]