Tacos are trending and it is time to try tortillas filled with cauliflower steaks. We recently purchased a Staub cast iron stovetop grill. When placed on a gas stovetop it provides the smoky-grilled flavor without the mess of charcoal or running outside to the grill. Cauliflower, with a bit of olive oil becomes caramelized with ...
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Lunch on the Porch
Warmer weather brings us to our screened-in porch for most meals. Connecting with nature and making meals more of an experience is what summer is all about. I try to minimize the use of the oven this time of year as the temperature heats up outside. This layered tostada is similar to huevos rancheros and packed ...
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Strawberry Fields Salad
This salad says freshness and springtime. Layer arugula leaves with roasted yellow beets, peppers, or tomatoes. Add a healthy serving of fresh sliced strawberries and slivered almonds. Strawberry Almond Dressing 1 cup fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon honey pinch of salt Process in a food processor or blender until ...
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Tofu Time
A healthy meat alternative, tofu options are plentiful in our markets. Tofu has a deep history in America as vegetarian Benjamin Franklin discovered in the 1700's. I can safely say that my mother never prepared a tofu dish for our family when I grew up. Perhaps she would have tried, but there was Hamburger Helper and TV ...