Posts Tagged ‘ Tomato ’
This is the first time I’ve ever made Panzanella and I was really pleased with the results. The combination of fresh tomato, cucumber, onion, and bread, combined with the dressing works very well together. The quantity I made was for 2 main course servings or approximately 4 side salads. I really wish I had some [ READ MORE ]
It’s Labor Day in the US which means I’m having the family over. I’m sticking to a basic barbecue with some simple sides. Since coming home from Europe my son has been eating a lot of cucumber and tomato. I’m pretty sure it’s the Mediterranean influence. So today I’m going to make him a Greek version [ READ MORE ]
If you’ve never had a frittata before it is kind of a cross between an omelette and a quiche. Ultimately, it’s flatter than a quiche and lacks the fatty crust. It’s also super easy to make. This morning I realized that I am lacking many basic ingredients to do anything to creative but did not want [ READ MORE ]
When speaking to my son yesterday he mentioned that he is enjoying cooking at the various hostels he’s been staying in while travelling through Europe. I’m not surprised since he earned the funds for this trip by working in a pizzeria. He’s actually a very good cook but we rarely get to taste his food [ READ MORE ]
Thursday was the last day I was able to cook anything due to my crazy work schedule. Usually I cook food that will last a few days providing me with at least 2 meals of leftovers to bring to work for dinner. However, this past Thursday I wanted some simple comfort food. This past Thursday [ READ MORE ]
Today we have been invited to an impromptu barbeque and as always it is up to me to bring my own main course. This is fine, actually preferred. However, today I am not in the mood for a veggie burger or hot dog. In reality I could go for a hot dog but I only [ READ MORE ]
We arrived home from vacation after a ridiculously long drive. It’s good to be home but there is quite a bit of post vacation work to be done. A day of relaxation was not to be had, at least today anyway. There was the usual laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping as well as helping my son [ READ MORE ]
I hope someone is still reading this. I apologize for the time span between posts. My family life has been kind of hectic and I’ve either been eating take out or cooking the same old recipes over and over again. I need to plan more time in the kitchen as it really helps me recharge [ READ MORE ]
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