I first saw this salad in The NY Times, and I made it that night years ago. What I love about it, is the flavor of the farro–which is cooked in apple cider with bay leaves, so I want to make the farro the star as opposed to the arugula. Don’t worry about the “fresh”…
Ina’s Lemon Skillet-Roasted Chicken
There’s something very zen about watching Ina cook anything. I know other people do a lot of the prep work, but it’s calming, there aren’t a billion ingredients, the food she and Jeffrey love, I love! We ought to be best friends, but then she doesn’t live in Cave Creek, Arizona. Still, I can’t think…
Soy-Glazed Flank Steak with Blistered Green Beans
1 lb. beef flank steak 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 T. finely chopped fresh ginger 2 T. soy sauce 1 t. brown sugar 3 T. peanut oil 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and halved 4 scallions, white parts only, thinly sliced 2 T. mirin 1 t. sambal Oelek toasted sesame seeds (optional) Cut the flank…
Shrimp and Cucumber Asian Lettuce Wraps
Shrimp, cucumber, and jasmine rice combine to make my favorite snack, lunch, dinner wrap. Super easy to make — just need a little planning to cook and cool the jasmine rice and steam the shrimp. Try it. You’ll LOVE it! 2 limes 1/4 t. salt 1/4 t. freshly ground pepper 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled,…
Shrimp and Corn Beignets
This is from The NY Times, but I’ve seen other blogs with this exact recipe. Such a delicious appetizer — I served this for six people and had tons left. I’ll make half this recipe next time. Be careful not to over mix the batter because the beignets will end up being tough. INGREDIENTS Vegetable…
Pico de Gallo
If you buy those flabby, pale, tasteless, imitation pico de gallos in the deli case at the grocery store, it’s time to come to the light! There is absolutely no reason to do this ever again in your life when you can make this vibrant, fresh, flavor-packed version to serve with chips, tacos, quesadillas and…
Parmy Crusted Potatoes
I have numerous shortcomings as a cook, not the least of which is serving too much food. I have never quite been able to wrap my head around the idea of if I make too many appetizers to amuse my guests’ bouches, they won’t be hungry for dinner. Honestly, my favorite part of ANY dinner…
Grilled Corn Salad with Couscous, Avocado, and Cuke
I love corn and pasta in all their iterations! Summer ends for me when fresh corn disappears from the markets. This is my standard corn salad with the new addition of couscous. You only have a very few more weeks, so make it now~~~ INGREDIENTS 4 ears fresh corn (about 4 cups) 4 Tbsp. olive…
Not Just Another Pasta Salad
I know — we all have a zillion of them. And usually they’re filled to the brim with a a dozen or more ingredients that all intersect, and so all you taste is the dressing. This is my favorite barbecue side dish that celebrates the best of summer. SERVINGS: 8 – 10 SIDE-DISH INGREDIENTS 8…
Bacon Mac and Cheese Attack!
Ingredients This is easy to make and super delicious. Outrageously cheesy, ultra creamy, and topped with a crunchy Panko-Parmesan topping, this mac and cheese recipe is most definitely a keeper. I used three different cheese and a homemade cheese sauce to take this macaroni and cheese recipe over the top. 2 shallots, peeled 3 cloves…
Carmelitas
For my new friend, Pat. These Carmelitas are a buttery, brown sugar and oats bar with chocolate chips, nuts, and caramel inside. These are a great dessert for a crowd! Super easy to make! Super delish to eat! INGREDIENTS CRUST AND TOPPING 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 2 cups brown sugar,…
Summer Herbed Chicken in a Creamed Corn Sauce
Decadent! All my favorite summer foods. A handful of ingredients and just a few simple steps are all it takes to make this 30-minute creamy chicken and corn one pan meal. The result? A total crowd-pleaser. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme, plus more for serving…
Cafe Barber 