So I’m reaching here by calling this a buying guide as it’s not really an objective review of the market. Instead, I’m going to share my research and thoughts for how I ultimately selected the pressure cooker that I currently own. Since I started posting about my new found pressure […]
Year: 2013
Pressure Cooker Steel Cut Oats with Mixed Berries
Fans of steel cut oats know that while they make for a high fiber breakfast, they aren’t the quickest thing to prepare in the morning. You might as well make risotto for breakfast, since you’ll spend about the same amount of time with the prepping and the stirring and the […]
Bi-Bim-Bap with Beef Bulgogi
The well known options around Asian cuisine in America are dominated by Chinese, Japanese and Thai restaurants. One unfortunate side effect is that the amazing food from Korea gets crowded out. My favorite Korean recipe is easily the workhorse dish of the country – the Pad Thai of Korea, if […]
Baja Tilapia Fish Tacos with Avocado
When I was working in Santa Monica, fish tacos were a staple at lunchtime. The great thing is that there’s no shortage of places in Southern California, like Sharkee’s, to get some great tacos. While each place has their own preferred fish, these baja tilapia fish tacos are the closest […]
Crispy Lemon Tofu with Broccoli
Long ago, the restaurant Big Bowl had a signature dish called Crispy Lemon Chicken. I’m pretty sure I ordered it about every time that we went there. Similarly, my wife always ordered the Feel Good Chicken Wonton Soup. While it’s no longer on the menu, here’s an at-home version that […]
How to Make Crispy Tofu for Stir Fry
Tofu can be a great substitute for meat in vegetarian diets – but it’s not typically because of its flavor and texture. Straight out of the tub it isn’t going to fool anyone into thinking it’s a piece of sautéed meat. However, if you make crispy tofu and pump up […]
Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
If there’s a staple recipe in the Food Blog world, it’s Roasted Butternut Squash Soup. This is a variation on that staple using the workhorse of cooking apples, the Granny Smith. The result is a slightly sweet butternut squash and apple soup. Astute readers will notice that “roasted” is lacking […]
How to Roast a Red Pepper on a Gas Stove
For those of us that live in unpleasant Winter climates, this time of year does not involve a lot of grilling. However, that lack of grilling does not have to mean an end to making your own roasted red peppers. If you have a gas range, you can actually roast […]
Homemade Chips and Guacamole
By far, the most popular, and most requested recipe in my family for me to make at get-togethers is guacamole. Especially around the holidays, this is the dish I’m always asked to make in large quantities. So while there are at least a million basic guacamole recipes already on the […]
Twice Baked Potatoes with Bacon and Cheddar
Sides such Twice Baked Potatoes, much like creamed spinach, are a steakhouse classic. And for potato lovers, it’s no wonder as it combines creamy mashed potatoes with crispy potato skins. Toss on some cheddar cheese, bacon and chives, and this is a solid side dish to a big meaty steak. […]