28 Days of February
Cucumber Sesame Salad
I just ate at H-Burger in Denver, and am sooo stuffed as I sat down to write the last post in February. Hence a simple cucmber salad. You can pair this with some simple grilled or roasted chicken, a simple cooked fish and brown rice for a beautifully simple and flavorful meal. Or really beef up … Continue reading
Coconut Shrimp Fried Rice w Cilantro and Vegetables- Feb 27
So I just made a huge batch of this for a party for 50 people. It was easy and super tasty and will last in the fridge for a while. You can totally transfer out the shrimp for any other protein, cutting beef or chicken into really small pieces, or using baked tofu if you … Continue reading
Seared Sea Scallops with Parmesan Brussel Sprouts Feb 26th
So, feel free to also serve up some pasta or risotto as well, maybe even mashed potatoes! So many people do not like brussels because they have only had them cooked wrong. I can honestly say, when cooked right, almost all food tastes good! So give these a shot, even if you don’t like them. … Continue reading
Gnocchi! Feb 25
So, I have made the actually gnocchi before, and its one of those things that tastes so ggod if you nail it, and can become a mess when you don’t! They sell great gnocchi at the Boulder Farmer’s Market, I cannot for the life of me remember the name. (That brand also sells gluten free pasta ). Ive … Continue reading
Sweet Potato Pablano Soup February 24, Day 24
This is the perfect winter soup, and easy to make! Sweet Potato Pablano Soup Serves 4 (with leftovers) 2 large sweet potatoes (you choose the variety) peeled and cut into large chunks 2 pablano peppers, seeded and deveined, cut into large pieces 1 large white onion, peeled and diced large 3 stalks celery, cut … Continue reading
Peanut Noodles w Vegetables, Feb 23
Peanut Noodles Feel free to add beef or shrimp or tofu to this dish. Its a great dish to make ahead and have to snack on in the fridge! Peanut Noodles with Vegetables Serves 4 1 package soba or noodles cooked and ready 1 large carrot, chopped large 1 small sweet potato, … Continue reading
Chipotle Pork or Beef Tacos, Day 22
Soooo, I missed a couple of days. Went away for the weekend and didn’t open my laptop. Nor had the forsite to just post them all beforehand. These tacos are so incredibly easy and good, you will be making mass amounts and freezing them. Seriously. And if you are in Colorado, today is the perfect … Continue reading
Green Salad w Chicken, Rst Peppers, Pepitas and Goat Cheese Dressing, Zolo- Day 18!
So Zolo has this awesome salad with smoked chicken and goat cheese dressing. But then they had this other salad with roasted peppers. I think I combined the two in my head, and recreated this perfect salad. It’s awesome as a whole meal (especially with tortilla soup! day 7) or I serve it as a … Continue reading
Pork or Chicken Dumplings, Sister’s Pantry Feb 17
Huh? Think summer, think Farmer’s Market, think lemonade. Dumpling! I had a booth next to the sisters for a couple of years. Not only are their dumplings awesome, they are really nice people. And can remember EVERYONE. Here’s my take, and I won’t lie, I need a lot of practice forming these things! Makes 8 … Continue reading
Grilled Margherita Pizza and Lemon Roasted Cauliflower, Radda- Day 16
Once again, my little disclaimer if you have not read previous posts, this week I am doing restaurant inspired dishes. Food I love and have recreated in my own kitchen! Still my original recipes, as I attempt to pretend like I am eating out every night! So, not everyone has a wood fired oven in … Continue reading