In June the fresh local produce floods the markets and is welcomed into our kitchens. It’s also time to dust off the outside grill, getting it ready for a summer’s worth of outdoor cooking. 1. Halibut with Tomatoes and Herbs In our first meal from the grill, we use tomatoes, fresh basil, and some of […]
When school starts we all need to make a meal and reuse it for another. September is a month of contrasts. One day you feel cool breezes and a premonition of autumn while the next day summer returns and the kitchen becomes an oven even with air-conditioning. 1. Cold Thai Noodles with Chicken Our first […]
Chicken is easy to cook, versatile, inexpensive and, better than that, it is just plain good. During the holiday season, we all need just those traits in a meal when life gets hectic and we still need to put a healthy dinner on the table. 1. Chicken Breasts and Bell Peppers Our first meal uses […]
As the weather gets colder, slow cooking becomes more important in our kitchens. Nothing is more warming to the body or soul that a bowl of hot soup or savory stew. Just the aroma of the pot simmering on the stove will bring the family into the kitchen for pre-dinner conversation or camaraderie. If you’re […]
Lamb is leaner than ever which is good news for our arteries, but bad news if you don’t cook it properly. Many thermometers and older recipes recommend an internal temperature of 180° to 185°F. However, because most of the fat on lamb is external, at that temperature, the meat will be tough and dry. For […]