I like Chinese food. A lot. But I’ve had some real difficulty finding the good stuff. Just don’t know where it hides around here. Mostly, the sauces are leaden and there always seems to be some taste of old oil. You’re probably asking where on God’s green earth we’ve dined. I suppose, however, that we’ve [...]
Archive for April, 2010
April 27 2010
Southwest Corn and Rice Salad with Lemon Dressing
OMG. Come to Papa you beautiful dish. I snatched this recipe from the latest issue of Bon Appétit. It’s now my new best friend. This is an out and out aces side dish for this time of year. Take advantage of the soon-to-arrive fresh farmer’s market produce. Serve it with grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish. [...]
April 22 2010
Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken
More than a few faithful readers have gently nudged me to say “enough with the bakery stuff.” OK. I can take a hint smack in the face. So farewell, at least for now, to the calories and carbs. So with warmer weather and the promise of increasing outdoor time, I’m turning my attention to lighter [...]
April 18 2010
Spicy Cheddar Black Pepper Biscuits
My friend and fellow blogger Stacey is the self-proclaimed Queen of Tarts. Visit her blog and you’ll find, at last count, 18 tart/galette/crostata recipes. You’ll be inspired to try many of her other imaginative recipes. Check out the Alsatian Tarte Flambée (it’s a dish, not a saucy dancer aflame). Quite a few of her unique [...]
