CInco de Mayo Pork Chops over Cilantro Rice
On May 6, 2022 by ElizHere’s a simple way to make tough thick-cut pork chops fork-tender with a Mexican flavor profile. I needed to find a recipe for a couple of disappointing pork chops that I knew needed a long braising time. It just happened to be Cinco de Mayo, and I put together this recipe based on several
Kitchen Tapestry: Crock Pot Chili
On April 25, 2022 by ElizThis recipe has been updated from the original version posted April 9, 2009. For something so simple, with relatively few ingredients, chili con carne, or chili with meat, a.k.a. “chili,” has developed a whole lot of mystique, much of which I deem unwarranted. Chili cook-offs as originally created in the late sixties were more drunk-fests
Kitchen Tapestry: The Reuben Sandwich
On March 18, 2022 by ElizI’ve argued this subject before. What makes Caesar’s Salad a Caesar’s Salad? What makes Salisbury Steak a Salisbury Steak? And what makes a Martini a Martini? In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I’m going to explain what makes a Reuben Sandwich a Reuben Sandwich and clear up any misconceptions about not differentiating a Reuben Sandwich
Kitchen Tapestry: Red Beans & Rice
On March 1, 2022 by ElizFat Tuesday is the final day of decadence and lack of restraint before buckling down and doing some serious atonement for your sins during Lent. It is the culmination of the season known as Mardi Gras. Tomorrow, you’ll perhaps have ashes applied to your forehead and spend the next six weeks denying yourself of
Kitchen Tapestry: The Dagwood Sandwich
On February 16, 2022 by ElizDagwood Bumstead was a central character to the comic strip, Blondie, introduced in September of 1930 that was wildly popular throughout that decade and well into the 1950s, but I was surprised to learn that it is still in circulation today. Its original creator, Chic Young, passed creative control of the comic strip
Moroccan Lamb Tagine
On February 14, 2022 by ElizMOROCCAN LAMB TAGINE This is my new, favourite recipe. This lovely rich and spicy lamb tagine is perfect for cold, wintry evenings. The flavour is deep and satisfying and the aromas in the house are delightful. This dish is simple to create and as it bakes slowly in the oven, allows time to socialise with
Cauliflower Couscous
On February 14, 2022 by ElizCauliflower Couscous I’ve created this little side dish as an accompaniment to my Moroccan Lamb Tagine, as an alternative to cauliflower rice. Easily made within 10 minutes and incredibly versatile if you wish to add traditional vegetables and seasonings to it as a more substantial meal. As a simple cauliflower couscous, this recipe has just
Lemon & Mascarpone Puddings
On February 14, 2022 by ElizLEMON & MASCARPONE PUDDINGS These deliciously light and tasty puddings are the perfect dessert to follow a spicy meal. The fresh taste of lemon zest with the mascarpone topping is difficult to beat. These little individual puddings are made and baked within minutes in the microwave, but they can also be baked in the oven
Coleslaw
On February 14, 2022 by ElizCOLESLAW This lovely, sweet, crunchy coleslaw is perfect to serve with fried and baked chicken and with sausage rolls and a cold-meats and cheese picnic plate. A light and healthy addition to most meals – and lovely on a cheese or ham sandwich too. The batch comes in at 42g net carbs, so you need
Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
On February 14, 2022 by ElizJAMAICAN JERK SEASONING I found it impossible (recently) to find Jamaican Jerk seasoning in my local shops, so decided to make my own. It’s all a matter of degree and taste, but this is as good a place to start as any. I mixed a couple of different recipes together to determine my own family’s
Jamaican Baked Chicken
On February 14, 2022 by ElizJAMAICAN BAKED CHICKEN This is a lovely, keto variation on the KFC type of chicken in seasoned breadcrumbs. Very simple to make and absolutely delicious to eat. I tend to make this with chicken thighs as there’s more meat on them than drumsticks and I make chicken breasts for my partner as he doesn’t like
Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
On February 5, 2022 by ElizCHOCOLATE OLIVE OIL CAKE This deliciously rich, moist and gooey cake is to die for. It is incredibly simple to make and, I am sure it will now become a staple, go-to, cake recipe in our household. I’ve converted the recipe from a regular Sainsbury’s cookbook, so it’s now incredibly keto-friendly and each slice has
