I’ll admit that I’m in a rut. In this case, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Oh, let me just explain. As you faithful readers know, I’m sort of obsessed with barbecue and smoked stuff. Doesn’t take much of a nudge for me to fire up the grill and toss on a big brisket, ribs, [...]
Archive for the 'Accompaniments' Category
August 10 2010
Tomato Salad with Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Basil
The first of the heirlooms appeared last week at the local farmer’s market. There were just a few varieties, but there is the promise of much more to come. I like the combination of different colors and tastes and I generally come home with several pounds. Their time is fleeting and we’ll have them for [...]
July 13 2010
Sugar Snap Pea Salad with Sweet Ginger Soy Dressing
I’m always on the look out for a recipe that allows me to take advantage of what’s fresh and colorful at the farmer’s market. Right now, the stalls are full of bright bell peppers of all colors. The sugar snap peas are abundant as well. So the produce played perfectly into this recipe. This is [...]
July 2 2010
Tallahatchie Tomatoes
I sold shoes at a Tulsa department store to put myself through college. In a good, fast week, I might have taken home $100. In a normal week however, with more limited hours and fewer shoppers, I’d net about $57 at minimum wage. On payday, I’d spend about $2 at the gas station. That is [...]
