When you go to as many farmers' markets as I do, you end up with a whole lot of vegetables, and even I get stumped on what to do with them sometimes. It's not that I don't know how to cook them, but they don't always have to be side-dishes, so finding recipes that combine them in … [Read more...] about Chickpea Chili
Plateau Farmer’s Market
I'm very picky when it comes to Farmer's Markets, but it is summer, and I've been making the rounds. Tuesday is Organic Campus at McGill Thursday is the Mile End Market or the Coop La Maison Verte on Sherbrooke in NDG Saturday is Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue (only went once since it's … [Read more...] about Plateau Farmer’s Market
Cookies, the 2nd (How Do You Mess Up Oatmeal Cookies?)
You don't. Sometimes they work out perfectly and, well, sometimes they don't. These didn't, but it was all my fault. They don't look so bad, right? They didn't taste bad either, but they didn't taste like rich, buttery, chewy deliciousness either. That was kind of what I was … [Read more...] about Cookies, the 2nd (How Do You Mess Up Oatmeal Cookies?)
Because I Can Never Decide Which Cookies To Make: Chocolate Studded Almond Biscotti and Oatmeal Cookies
I've been eating too many fresh fruits and vegetables. I feel like I've been on a diet of soft foods. Sure, they're delicious and fresh and I know I'm doing good things for my body by eating them, but my teeth need more work! I need strong flavour! So I knew I wanted to make … [Read more...] about Because I Can Never Decide Which Cookies To Make: Chocolate Studded Almond Biscotti and Oatmeal Cookies
I Swear It’s Better Than It Looks: Boiled Eggplant Sautéd In Lamb Fat
Remember how I love eggplant? There's something absolutely delicious about how slimy it can be. It becomes soft and mushy and very mild. Different kinds, especially the long, thinner purple Asian ones, aren't as bitter as the regular pear-shaped ones. Slimmer is not always … [Read more...] about I Swear It’s Better Than It Looks: Boiled Eggplant Sautéd In Lamb Fat
How Not To Find A New Roommate (aka “Finally! Lamb Fat!”)
My roommate is leaving me. I'm very aware that I comfort myself with food. Unlike normal people, that doesn't mean a pint of Ben & Jerry's. Ew...and it's not even a few scoops of good gelato from Caffe Romagna. For me, this is a home-cooked, well-rounded meal. Know how some … [Read more...] about How Not To Find A New Roommate (aka “Finally! Lamb Fat!”)
Champagne (Spanish Cava) Chicken
I've made this before, but this time I did it much better. I never use actual champagne since it costs a fortune and there are some good alternatives. Instead of just using chicken breasts like the recipe calls for, I also used a whole chicken. I also let it marinate about 8 … [Read more...] about Champagne (Spanish Cava) Chicken
Dehydrating Things…
I kind of love the idea of taking a whole head of something green and easily turning it into something deliciously snack-able. I decided to try more dehydrating since it was so easy and I never otherwise eat chips. Back to "Making Love In The Kitchen" from the National Post, from … [Read more...] about Dehydrating Things…
Farmer’s Market Meets Kim Phat: Garlic Scape and Oyster Mushroom Risotto with Grilled Fish
"Rice, say the Italians, is born in water and dies in wine" -Much Depends On Dinner This is a perfect summer meal. The ultimate, light, comfort food topped with fresh grilled fish, all seasoned with top quality fleur de sel and organic sprigs of rosemary. I don't use a recipe … [Read more...] about Farmer’s Market Meets Kim Phat: Garlic Scape and Oyster Mushroom Risotto with Grilled Fish
The Plateau Farmers Market and My Negotiations with Garlic Scapes
Last week my roommate and I had house-guests (not including the cat currently residing with us temporarily. She makes herself way too much at home to consider as a guest...). The guests we had, the good kind, were just in town for a few days, but that was enough time to make our … [Read more...] about The Plateau Farmers Market and My Negotiations with Garlic Scapes