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• Peanut+Banana+Espresso Smoothie

  

  I started us on a smoothie kick a few weeks ago and we have been pretty good at drinking at least 2 a week. I let The Nudge pick the ones he wants and I make... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Steak Au Poivre Vert

  

  Hmmmmmm, what's a vert?Traditional bistro au Poivre used black peppercorns, this dish uses green (which by coincidence is what I have in my fridge) hence the... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Banana-Farfel Custard

  

  With Passover very close to Easter this year, I wanted to create a diabetic-friendly Jewish custard that follows the laws of Passover. Can be chilled for a... Read more

  Posted on 22 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Ricotta Panna Cotta with Basil-Lemon Syrup

  

  I developed this light but creamy panna cotta using a basil syrup in my head while staring at a huge pot of basil that I seriously needed to start using and... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Red Beans & Rice

  

  Been a while since this dish graced our table. I'm not sure why I put this on the menu but I am glad I did.I happen to spot a baby smoked pork shoulder.... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Chicken Zaragoza

  

  This recipe had to be named after something someone ate in Zaragoza, Spain.I really did not know that, I had no idea where it was from. I put it on the menu... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Banana Pancakes

  

  You do not want to know how long it has taken me to make edible pancakes of any kind that The Nudge will eat. There is a long list of types he won't sanction an... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Soda Bread Brisket Patty Melt w/Irish Cheddar Cheese

  

  I know what you are thinking, looks good but what is it?I follow enough blogs daily that I can count on my fingers and when you head down to the toes, they cove... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Kimchi & Gnocchi Haluski w/Pork Schnitzel

  

  Last year I bought my first container of homemade kimchi at our local Korean market last year. I think I was going to use it on a burger or something and then... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Personal Flat Bread Pizzas

  

  When I can't get to my grill, I use flat breads as pizza crusts. The thinner the better, I don't like those Boboli and Dijorno ready crusts. Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Mexican Pasta Salad

  

  I am so looking forward to Spring.I developed this salad of simple ingredients with bright flavors, fresh ingredients and a hint of heat because I just needed... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Oriental Chicken and Edamame

  

  I have been trying (without much success) to infuse soy into our diet. I am down to tempeh and edamame, everything else was not a success story in this... Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Apple Cherry Breakfast Farro

  

  It's safe to say I am enamored with farro. I used to say that about barley but this grain is a whole new animal.I love that it's extremely diabetic-friendly... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Flank Steak with Gorgonzola Sauce

  

  Many, many years ago when money was extremely tight, I made a deal with The Nudge that I would not buy a flank steak priced at more than $5.00. Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Spaghetti with Roasted Garlic Hazelnut Sauce

  

  Italians love nuts and most best known for the use of the pignoli nut in savory dishes and the hazelnut (and sometimes labeled as filberts) in sweet... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Creamy Root Vegetable Farrotto

  

  This must be my month for seriously making a dent in last year's Wish List.I am sorry to admit I bought a bag of Farro probably over 1 year ago. Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Margarita Pork Fajita Pita

  

  I apologize for the stock photo.I bought really bad pitas, they were thin, they cracked and split open and the salsa fell out, the crema dribbled down and it wa... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sweet 'n' Sour Chicken

  

  Everyone I know loves sweet and sour and it's no wonder to find that every food community has a dish using those two tongue tinglers. Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Creole Vegetable-Cheddar Bisque with Roasted Shrimp

  

  Even though my original plan was to lighten up a favorite but quite fattening soup, Broccoli Cheddar, I rarely stick to my original plan and depending on... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Italian Muffin Stratas

  

  The third recipe on my menu plan includes croutons. The Nudge dislikes any crouton, homemade or bagged. I like croutons but eat them so sparingly, making them... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES