Monthly Archives: February 2011
Moons ago, a dear friend of mine from Istanbul shared this recipe with me. This super easy sandwich is good any time, any season and is very cost effective. It can be made sweet or savory and served in lettuce leaves instead of pita for a low-carb option. Ali Babas got their name because the … Continue reading
For the last two days it has been snowing. Not a lot of snow, but just enough to want to still want comfort food. As I am still cleaning out my pantry, I am using this opportunity to craft a snow day indulgence. I have some bananas that were over-ripe and a Wells Banana Bread … Continue reading
![Part II: What’s in my drawers? Sunshine on a bed [of spinach]](http://carolefrenche.com/images/Titles+1/Part+II%3A+What%26%238217%3Bs+in+my+drawers%3F+Sunshine+on+a+bed+%5Bof+spinach%5D.png "Part II: What’s in my drawers? Sunshine on a bed [of spinach]")
It’s the next morning. You made a cup of rice last night, which is at least 4 servings and now you have half of that left. The lovely thing about rice is it keeps well and can be converted into a world of food. For this recipe, I’m using last night’s rice from the taco … Continue reading
Making the most of what you have in the kitchen can be quite rewarding and healthy. If you have some frozen fish and canned vegetables, you are on your way to a delicious satisfying meal. I made this dinner with items found in my larder. Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 30 min Equipment: Skillet, … Continue reading
It’s time. Despite the weather reports, the vernal equinox is fast approaching. It’s time shift away from the heavy comfort foods of winter and move into the freshness of spring. During March and April I typically take stock of my dietary habits and overall physical health. This is my annual renewal. Over the next 61 … Continue reading
I notice lately that many of my friends and readers are catching the last of the season’s cold. They just want to crawl into bed for the wrong reasons. Rest is always essential, but so is the right food. Remember that old adage, feed a cold and starve a fever. Don’t ignore the little man … Continue reading
Somewhere out there, someone is milking a cow. Squeezing her teats for precious cream and a beverage best served with cookies. I, however, greet the dawn to milk… nuts! That’s right, you read me. I love nuts – large or small. Some are smooth, others are wrinkly, all are rich with good fats and each … Continue reading
Every now and again, I really crave a burger. A nice big, juice dripping from your chin, barely get your mouth around it, piece of meat. Like many of you, I am also conscious of my health. So when temptation calls instead of beef, which is higher in saturated animal fat and calories, I make … Continue reading
Who doesn’t love an early morning rise from their lover? How delicious for us both when nature brings a stiff shot of joy, as dawn breaks. Let’s continue that good feeling with this energy pumping smoothie. Filled with ingredients that stimulate the immune system, combat fatigue, increase energy and metabolism, and lower cholesterol, The Morning … Continue reading
So you’ve waited until February 14th to make plans for Valentine’s Day. No worries, we have two menus you can make with ease. Each one contains ingredients that arouse and stimulate the body. Add a little spice. Savor succulent dark meat. Indulge in the sweet silkiness of chocolate. Check the Nibbles section below for sweet … Continue reading
