I read this article in the New York Times yesterday (Told to Eat Its Vegetables, America Orders Fries). Here's a little quote to blow your mind: For example, only 23 percent of meals include a vegetable, Mr. Balzer said. (Again, fries don’t count, but lettuce on a hamburger does.) Truthfully, I am not surprised by … Continue reading Vegetable Soup with Basil Pistou
Garlicky Bread Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Sweet Corn
I was having a conversation with a friend the other day lamenting the fact that I have had nothing to post because my summer cooking has been so simple -- and really not recipe worthy. How can I legitimately write a recipe for tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil? Or chicken on the grill? Or lightly cooked … Continue reading Garlicky Bread Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Sweet Corn
Corn and Zucchini Bisque
Making soup is one of my greatest pleasures. Â After you know the basic models and processes, you can do just about anything and use up just about anything. Â It is a tremendous stress reliever for me too -- before every presidential debate (I get a little worked up over politics), I have to make soup … Continue reading Corn and Zucchini Bisque
The Girl’s Italian Meatloaf
Now that we are in our summer schedule, I usually try to get a run in on the treadmill while my son (almost 3) Â is napping during the afternoon. Â As I am attempting to burn off my last piece of pound cake (how aptly named...), my daughter (7 1/2) is conducting Barbie weddings, which generally … Continue reading The Girl’s Italian Meatloaf
Pasta with Fresh Peas, Basil, and Mint
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that summer cooking is almost every bit as good as summer lovin'. Actually, I think it might be what replaces the thrill of summer lovin' when you get old and boring. Â Because seriously, heirloom tomatoes covered with olive oil and basil? Or fresh sweet … Continue reading Pasta with Fresh Peas, Basil, and Mint