Mashed potatoes have a clear purpose in my life; they help me eat delicious gravies and sauces. These mashed potatoes aren’t anything special on their own, but when they’re loaded with boeuf bouguignon or short ribs, they turn magical. They do a great job absorbing the flavors around them and holding together so the savory stews can travel from plate to fork to mouth. It’s time for these potatoes to get the credit they deserve! To make them, boil 3 … Continue reading
I am a huge fan of green tea ice cream, and although this one doesn’t look green, it is one of the best I’ve ever had. It is refreshing, mellow, and perfectly sweet. Of the three ice creams I have made so far (one of which isn’t good enough to share with you yet), this one has the best texture by far. And surprise: I made it with skim milk (and cream and egg yolks, don’t worry, it’s not too … Continue reading
Now that I am away from home during the weekdays, I have to find creative ways to make easy dinners. It’s either that or a belly overload of our usual (albeit delicious) takeout places. I’ve been making some of our favorite meals that take a little bit longer to cook during the weekends and then refreshing them into new meals during the week. I am not one to eat the same exact meal repeatedly. Roasted chicken on a bed of … Continue reading