It took me three attempts, but I have come up with what I think is the perfect “paleo” chocolate-coconut cookie. No cookie is truly paleo, of course (unless you count dried yak dung), but these little guys are lot friendlier … Continue reading
This salad is one of the few dishes that I really crave. There is something about the combination of the soft noodles, crunchy vegetables, and tangy dressing that makes this Vietnamese dish one of the most beloved. It’s quite simple … Continue reading
Legend has it that the Jibarito sandwich was invented here in Chicago, right up the street from my apartment at Borinquen Restaurant. The sandwich uses twice-fried green plantains in place of bread, which is not only ingenious, but totally awesome … Continue reading
I don’t bake much (have you noticed?), but these Morning Glory Muffins are one of my all-time favorites. This recipe was originally created by Pam McKinstry and published in Gourmet Magazine in the 1980s. The muffins are chock-full of shredded … Continue reading
This is my version of Soto Ayam, the aromatic chicken and rice noodle soup popular in Indonesia. The base for this satisfying soup in the broth, and making your broth from scratch will yield the most delicious and nutritious soup. … Continue reading
Beef Stroganoff is about as rich and satisfying a dinner as I know. My dad made it on occasion when I was a kid, and I remember slurping up egg noodles that were slick with the delicious, tangy sauce. My … Continue reading
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