Episode #32 Pantry Salsa in a Flash
#salsa #pantrysalsa My favorite kind of salsa is the smooth kind versus the chunky. Most Mexican Restaurants serve this style of salsa when you sit down to eat with warm chips. I love the fresh chunky pico style, however, for everyday eating and multi-tasking into different dishes, the smooth version fits the bill. Ingredients used in this recipe Canned Diced Tomatoes- Any type of canned tomato in the juice will work for this recipe. I like the petite dice, however, the regu
Episode 31 Wild and Gathered Summer Salad
The base is a mix of bitter-style greens or baby greens. The dressing stays the same all year round as well as the spiced pecans. The fruit and cheese change with the season. This salad was a star on my wedding menu during my years of catering because it was always so beautiful and the taste is sensational. The dressing is a classic vinaigrette of maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, canola, or grapeseed oil and mustard. It stays cohesive and does not separate once mixed because
Episode 30 Grilled Eggplant for A Flexitarian Feast
#woodfired #eggplant #grilledvegetables #plantbased It's a nightshade to remember Grilled Eggplant has been a staple on my grilling rotation for a long time. Easy, quick, and tasty, I always use the Italian Globe variety that's most commonly available. I view eggplant in the same category as mushrooms as a meat substitute. The firm texture and umami flavor fits the bill for near meat when charred and flavored with robust herbs and seasonings. Grilled quickly, the flesh will s
