Category Archives: frying/sauteeing

St. Patricks Day Fried Cabbage

It’s Saint Patrick’s Day “season” where once a year everybody channels their inner Irish, wears green and partakes of Corned Beef and Cabbage.  We put on this year’s broadcast of “A Quiet Man”—seemingly the definitive movie about Ireland starring that … Continue reading

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Meatloaf and Eggs

Eating good is often about getting creative with stuff you just happen to have on hand.  Last week I did up a meatloaf.  Two pounds worth.  That means leftovers. I love meatloaf sandwiches.  One of my favorite ways is to … Continue reading

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Green Chili Pork Chop Taco

Have you ever had a time when you’re home alone for a week or two and you finally get tired of make do dinners of things you pop in the microwave just to fill your belly? Yeah, me too.  Cooking … Continue reading

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Spaghetti with Zucchini and Other Good Stuff

Right now I’m channeling Sly and the Family Stone.  The lyrics to “Hot Fun in the Summertime” are rolling through my brain.  This is the time of the year when gardens are loaded with all kinds of good stuff.  And … Continue reading

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Fishcakes with Swai

Not to be an alarmist but food prices continue to climb.  Beef is at an all time high and chicken is starting to climb.  Seafood is already out of reach for many. But every once in a while you still … Continue reading

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