Lately I’ve had a fierce craving for cinnamon rolls, which is weird because I can’t even remember the last time I had one. The heart stomach wants what it wants, though. I tried to resist, and then the other day I was at Ikea, and I figured I’d just give in and have one of […]
Hazelnut Beet Burgers
…Or, what I had for lunch today. And maybe dinner, too. But I’m getting ahead of myself. The origin of these burgers goes back to an event this summer organized by the Portland Mercury called Burger Week. For one week, a bunch of restaurants in town offered $5 burgers. For a vegetarian like me, that […]
Spicy Moscow Mule Cocktail
After having them at bars, Steven and I got really into making Moscow Mules at home. So much so that we even bought our own set of copper mugs (these, in the 12 oz size), which is what the drinks are traditionally served in. Because copper is expensive, copper mugs are relatively pricey, and in […]
Experimenting with Infused Alcohols
This week I decided to try some fancy alcohol infusions. I used a base of diluted Everclear, but you could easily start with a bottle of vodka, instead. Here’s what I tried:
Rosemary and Pear Cocktail
Pears are one of my favorite fruits, and they just so happen to be in season right now, so I decided to share this delicious pear cocktail. And since everything ties back to the holidays these days, I think it would make a terrific pre-dinner Thanksgiving drink. (Slightly off topic, but have you ever seen […]
Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Tofu Salad
Featuring winter greens, this hearty salad is perfect for the cooler half of the year. Lately it has become one of my go-to staples. The raw veggies are super healthy, but the real star is the dressing. I’ve taken to using it on all sorts of salads, and even on soba noodles, and it’s equally […]
Party Idea: Hummus Flight
A hummus flight is perfect for your next party or potluck. Get the recipes for chipotle feta hummus, spinach artichoke hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, and spicy hummus
Cure-All Cocktail
There’s an old saying that “What whiskey cannot cure there is no cure for.” Since this is the season for colds (I caught a lingering one a few weeks back), a combo of whiskey, lemon (lots of vitamin C!), ginger (an herbal cold remedy), and honey seems just about perfect. While I’m not sure if […]
Vanilla Baked Pears with Streusel Filling
Before I made these pears, I had never roasted fruit before. Sure, I’ve baked it in pies and crumbles, but I don’t think that counts. Last week we were getting ready to leave on our trip and I had a few unripe pears in the fridge that I wasn’t sure what to do with. For […]