Wow, this recipe has been in the queue for quite some time (from way back in February 2015). Not sure why I never got around to posting it, as it’s one of my all-time favorite dishes. Somehow it slipped through the cracks? I’ve made this Thai coconut curry many times over the years, including several … Continue Reading
Like clockwork, come this time of year, all I want are soups and stews — so hearty and comforting for the soul. Although I wasn’t looking for them, couldn’t pass up these distinctive-looking Thai makrut limes (aka kaffir limes — Of note, I’ve come to learn that the term ‘kaffir’ is considered offensive to some, … Continue Reading
Sunday is my day of cooking. Usually head to the farmers’ market first thing in the morning and see what inspires me. It’s that perfect time of year to find lots of goodies at the market. Spring is in full bloom — peas and asparagus, squash blossoms, fresh fava beans, and strawberries galore, oh my; … Continue Reading
Since I have a very small backyard garden space, I decided to plant/grow whatever would yield the most bang for the buck. That inevitably translated into (mostly) herbs, ones that I use on a daily basis — thyme, oregano, rosemary, (Thai) basil, mint, chives, sorrel and cilantro. I also grew a few herbs that I … Continue Reading
In undertaking some desperately needed spring cleaning of my fridge this morning, I noticed that I had accumulated several bags of polenta (all now half-full) and a bag of grits buried in the freezer. I had also amassed several ziplock bags full of frozen shrimp shells. Always save the shrimp shells (and heads, if you … Continue Reading
