SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: Green bean ‘noodles,’ Asian style
When "The Modern Menu" came across my desk I was intrigued. The subtitle was "Simple. Beautiful. Kosher." Author Kim Kushner delivers a fresh take on centuries-old kosher cooking in this...
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Tunnel of love
I have made my share of chocolate cakes, but this updated version of the original tunnel of fudge cake outshines most of them. Did you know that the tunnel of...
SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: A savory brisket for Passover
Have you ever wondered why brisket is considered a Jewish cut of meat? It comes from the kosher dietary laws that strictly dictate which animals, and for that matter which...
SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: Honey-Chili Chicken Wings, a Carmel Valley Ranch classic
Recently, I visited Carmel Valley, a hidden food and wine destination in Central California. I was familiar with the white wines of the area but was surprised to discover the...
DIY Valentine’s Day dinner
Valentine's Day is one of the busiest nights of the year for restaurants. For me, it is a time to enjoy a lovely meal at home with good friends. I...
SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: And the winner is … Baked Pasta with Tomato Red Pepper and Sweet Sausage Sauce
One-dish meals are great to serve to a group while watching award shows. Chili, beef stew and lasagna are time-honored dishes to serve for an Oscar party. The key is...
Game day champion: Meatball sliders
There's nothing more traditional than serving a big pot of chili when a bunch of friends come over to watch a big game like the Super Bowl. Sometimes, though, I...
Split pea soup: a seriously simple standby
Split pea soup was a favorite during my college days -- inexpensive, filling and straightforward to prepare. I liked to add smoked bacon and lots of carrots. I may not...
SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: A fresh take on Waldorf Salad
Waldorf Salad is a timeless dish. I remember growing up with the classic recipe of apples, nuts and a mayonnaise dressing that was frequently included on dinner menus as a...
For chilly days try polenta
I began experimenting with different polenta combinations and came up with a variety of combinations. Traditional polenta takes at least 30 minutes of cooking in a copper pot over low...