Having recently returned from New Orleans again, I was inspired to create a speedy riff on the traditional Monday meal of red beans and rice.…
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Cod Stew
I really need to cook with salt cod more often. Not only does it keep well in the fridge for extended periods, it contributes an…
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Nouc Cham
You know that sauce that comes with your spring rolls or vermicelli bowl at the Vietnamese restaurant? Well this is my version of it. Salty,…
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Salmon Dip
This is a play on the classic combination of salmon and cream cheese. Using yogurt in place of the cream cheese changes the nutritional content…
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Water Spinach
What is water spinach, you ask? If you’ve ever had a dish with “greens” in an Asian restaurant, you’ve likely had water spinach. You can…
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Garlic Ribs
Who needs Chinese takeout when you can make these tasty, healthy ribs with just a little planning and minimal effort? This recipe is based on ribs…
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Adobo Chicken
I made this chicken in a big batch to prep a number of meals, so feel free to make a half recipe. It’s perfectly scaleable…
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Poached Pears
Don’t let the two and a half hour time on the recipe fool you. The actual work is under ten minutes. I served these hot,…
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Emirates Cauliflower
I have no idea if cauliflower is regularly eaten in the Middle East, though my wife’s cousin brought me some beautiful freshly ground spices from…
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Caesar Dressing
Stop buying that flavourless, chemical-laden junk in the bottle and make your own Caesar dressing. It takes less than ten minutes and you’ll never go…
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