Green Gazpacho It’s kind of a family joke. My grandma, who was an otherwise decent cook, would indoctrinate new members of the family by serving them cold fruit soup. No one is quite sure where she got the idea to offer these unusual concoctions, but I… Continue reading…
expanding my repertoire
Indian Butter Chicken with Cucumber Tomato Raita I pride myself on the fact that I exposed my kids to many cuisines growing up. Italian, French, Spanish, Mexican, Moroccan and Asian were all properly and frequently represented. And, as their tastebuds… Continue reading…
pigskin pigout
Super Bowl is almost here–can’t wait to have everyone gather for the big game on the big screen (even if my favorite team didn’t make it to the big dance). When it comes to this family’s football feast, the menu… Continue reading…
alluring allium
Can soup be sexy? You’d be surprised. A bowlful of garlic may not sound beguiling, but this one is silky smooth and seductive. And the perfect antidote to the arctic freeze that’s settling in right now. Calling it garlic soup is… Continue reading…