We're gearing up for Passover in a week so that means that we've been plowing through some of the carbs that are in our pantry. I usually don't cook too many noodle dishes for dinner because I know that my kids probably default the spaghetti dishes at least two days out of the week. But, this dish is so tasty and easy to make, I knew it would be a homerun. If you don't have some of the ingredients in this recipe, that's ok, I didn't either. The original recipe has Shaoxing wine which I left out. And (gulp) use whatever thin noodles you … [Read more...]
Asparagus Egg and Bacon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
March 25, 2015 By 1 Comment
It's spring and asparagus is in season! Asparagus has been on my vegetable hit list for quite some time. Both of my kids detest the vegetable so I've been desperately searching for one recipe that might, just might, make their eyebrows perk and their taste buds surrender. Admittedly, I grew up eating very little asparagus--- mainly steamed. And, I didn't like it either. So, the hunt was not only for my kids but, myself as well. I finally hit the jackpot … [Read more...]
Simple Herb Broth
March 20, 2015 By 1 Comment
Today's soup recipe is a creation from resident soup master Serena, of Seriously Soupy fame. Here's what Serena has to say: Recently, there has been a lot of news about the health benefits of bone broth and stock. While this type of broth/stock is rich in vitamins and nutrients, it is also not a favorable option for vegans and vegetarians. Also, as we are yearning for spring, many people like to enjoy a lighter and flavorful broth that is extracted from herbs and vegetables. For this particular recipe, I used leeks, sage, scallions, … [Read more...]
Eggplant and Cauliflower Sage Soup
March 18, 2015 By 1 Comment
This week I'll be featuring some soups from Seriously Soupy, aka Serena. Serena started creating soups as a creative outlet for herself after her first daughter was born, which combined her passion for cooking with an interest in learning more about soups and soup making. She has given soup tours and taught soup classes and has a catalog of over 100 homemade soups. Twice a month you can find her here, at My Judy the Foodie, sharing her culinary wisdom and helping to demystify the world of soup. Here's what Serena has to say about her latest … [Read more...]
