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Punjabi Tacos
We had dinner at Radhika Bistro in South Pasadena, CA. I have had many tacos in my day, including Japanese tacos, but this one is really unusual – a Punjabi Taco. Radhika calls itself a “modern Indian bistro.” But while Indian tacos might be an attempt to jump on the LA trend-wagon, they really […]
Continue ReadingZucchini & Green Chile Breakfast Casserole
An Egg-cellent Breakfast! Lately, every time I go to the supermarket they are giving away a dozen eggs. I have about 4 cartons of eggs in the fridge. Fortunately, I have a breakfast to deliver for a meeting and I found a recipe that calls for 10 eggs! I am, of course, using some of […]
Continue ReadingHatch Chiles – Year 2
You’ll never guess what I’m doing tomorrow, so I guess I better tell you. I am picking up five 38 pound bags of roasted Hatch Chiles. Yes, it’s that time of year again. Actually, they are not all for me. I guess you could call this an addiction. They really do have a very unique […]
Continue ReadingChipotle Mac & Cheese
Wow, that’s spicey! I have been collecting mac n’ cheese recipes for years, ditto potato salad. This is a spicy rendition of the traditional mac n’ cheese. I love the smokey flavor that the chipotle adds. Chipotle Mac & Cheese Serves 6 to 8 1 Tbs butter 1 Tbs flour 1 cup milk 1 cup heavy […]
Continue ReadingWhite Chicken Chili with Aged Cheddar
Hot Spicy Chili! I love trying out different kinds of chili recipes. This is what I have chosen for tonight’s dinner. It’s a white chicken chili. It uses aged white cheddar, which is so much better than regular cheddar. I will throw in some of my Hatch chiles. Yes, I brought up my Hatch chiles […]
Continue ReadingChicken Tikka Masala
I really fancy an Indian (Need a curry fix) My cousin, Marissa, asked me to post a Chicken Tikka Masala recipe. I love getting suggestions from people. It’s not easy to wake up every morning with a new culinary idea! Thanks Marissa! I have been cooking Indian food for 25 years. It is my desert […]
Continue ReadingShrimp Veracruz
Simple Spicy Shrimp This is the third recipe from my health Mexican class. It’s very simple and takes no time to make. This Shrimp Veracruz recipe is spicy and fresh tasting. Make sure that you do not overcook the shrimp! Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery. Shrimp Veracruz Serves 4 2 tsp canola oil 1 bay leaf […]
Continue ReadingChilaquiles Casserole
Fiesta Food Here is the second recipe from my cooking class, it’s Chilaquiles Casserole. This is vegetarian as well, but you can always add chicken or meat if you like. The recipe calls for reduced fat cheddar for a healthier version, but I use the regular full fat cheese. It’s a real crowd pleaser and […]
Continue ReadingBaja Butternut Squash Soup
Spicy, Smoky Soup Last night, I taught a cooking class. It was on healthy Mexican food. I will post all three recipes. Today’s recipe is the Baja Butternut Squash Soup. It’s slightly different than most butternut squash soups because of the spices. It has chipotle powder in it, which gives it a spicy, smoky flavor. […]
Continue ReadingLouisiana Mussel “Sauce Piquante”
Flex Your Mussel Knowledge I love mussels. We went to a party a few years ago and had mussels 3 ways (Tom & Barbara will remember that night!). Heaven! They are really easy and fast to prepare. You need lots of baguette to sop up all the lovely juices. Years (and I mean years) ago, […]
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