When the weather hints as turning, I try to eat outside as much as I can to soak in whatever’s left of picnic weather. I made this pasta salad with basil from my garden and garlic from a farm at … Continue reading
If there is one word that is rarely associated with the food I cook it would be vegan. As a lover of all things meat, cheese, and dairy, I struggle not to use butter in everything. That said, I’m trying … Continue reading
Every summer I go on a major taco kick. Certain foods are like that for me. I make them over and over with different proteins and flavor combinations in the search for something that is better than, or at least … Continue reading
Last night my parents and I went to see Arabian Nights at Boscobel, an estate overlooking the Hudson River that plays host to an annual outdoor theatre festival. Before being summoned to the outdoor stage, it is tradition to have … Continue reading
Since I don’t really use air conditioning, I spend a lot of time figuring out meals that taste just as good, if not better, at room temp then they do warm. Being able to happily eat a dinner that doesn’t … Continue reading
Mushroom caps are vessels begging to be filled with deliciousness. Stuff portobello mushrooms, or their smaller cousins (pictured), with quinoa for a healthy and hearty veggie-based carb delivery systems that happens to also be quite delicious. 4 large portobello mushroom … Continue reading
I rely on food that can be made ahead and reheated when I need it. Two days a week I’m in class from 8:40am until 8pm and so there really isn’t time to cook. Plus, I hate buying lunch because … Continue reading
As an avid carnivore, I make a concerted effort to not only eat meat every day. This recipe, modified from Bon Appétit, is a fantastic vegetable-focused dish that I use as a main or as a side with left over chicken, … Continue reading
After Thanksgiving I go into an undeniable turkey and carb coma. Between potatoes, biscuits, meat, and pie, it’s all a little overwhelming. Cauliflower puree is a great way to lighten up the leftovers. It goes great with all of the … Continue reading
Freshly picked tomatoes are dead sexy. Their skin is warm to the touch, smooth, and a rich red that screams to be bitten into. When you do, the flesh inside initially resists before giving way and melting in your mouth … Continue reading
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