Chicken, Rice, and Beans- Cuban Style!

David is from Miami, and has been deprived of Chicken Kitchen and Pollo Tropical for many years. He loves those places. Me? Not so much. But when his cravings for rice and beans became too much to bear, we discovered the perfect solution. I like it too, especially because it takes ten minutes to cook. A can of cuban-style black beans from Trader Joe’s is the trick to making a very fast and flavorful dinner. It’s a great base for … Continue reading

Better than Restaurant Risotto

This risotto is so good that I expect to receive marriage proposals every time I make it. But that’s not the only reason why it’s such a staple around here. It’s also incredibly delicious and endlessly customizable. You can make it with just about any ingredients you have around, and it will come out superbly each time. I’ve never been satisfied with risottos from restaurants, but this one hits the spot. Even better, it makes a great next-day lunch if … Continue reading

This Ice Cream Is Totally Bananas- and Nothing Else!

One of my most exciting recent discoveries is that it’s possible to make ice cream out of bananas and nothing else. It’s such a fun and healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Trust me, my sweet tooth is ravenous! I’ve experimented with a few different ways to make this ice cream, and I’ve come up with two methods that work well depending on your kitchen equipment, ability to plan ahead, and desire for instant gratification. If you want instant … Continue reading