Golden Pot Pies with Pancetta and Veggie Stew

This take on a pot pie is as delicious as it is beautiful. I want to eat it every single day! And I would too, if it didn’t take so long to make. If you’re game for putting in some effort, you will be handsomely rewarded with a flavorful, comfortable, and impressive meal. The golden, crisp, and slightly tangy crust envelops a thick stew that is heavily studded with pancetta, white beans, and swiss chard. Cozy heaven, get me a … Continue reading

Ramen Confession

I am ashamed of myself, but I’m not sorry. I’d do it again… I’d do anything to satisfy my ramen craving. I’ve had ramen cravings strike before, but I’d always been able to fulfill them by visiting one of DC’s rapidly multiplying ramen places. I either wait two hours for a bowl at a very small but popular place, or I drive to get some. But I was short of time, out of a car, and hungry for some soup. … Continue reading

Mammy’s Orange and Chocolate Chip Mandel Bread

I am not really sure what differentiates mandel bread from biscotti. This recipe doesn’t contain any dairy ingredients, so maybe mandel breads are biscotti that are more easily incorporated into a Kosher diet? Regardless of what you decide to call these cookies, they will be crisp and tasty. This recipe is from my grandmother, Mammy, and I can remember eating these cookies throughout most of my life. I brought them to a gathering recently, and someone said that they tasted … Continue reading