I have an affinity for big, bold flavors. This Indian-spiced roasted cauliflower checks both boxes and has been a mainstay in my kitchen for years. Herbs and spices are the keys to heightening flavor. Take cauliflower, it’s rather bland on its own. Who likes raw cauliflower? Blah. But add some herbs and spices, roast it … Continue Reading

Spent the past few days unpacking having just moved from DC to NYC.  Closets and cabinet space are clearly a luxury in Brooklyn.  It’s amazing how much stuff you can cram into 840 square feet (no space goes unused).  I don’t think we have that much “stuff.”  That being said, I’ve managed to acquire a … Continue Reading

Do you want to know the “secret” to making food taste good?  Psst, come a little closer.  You ready? There are three things… Hint, hint.  In the word’s of Julia Child “If you’re afraid of butter, use cream.”    Yep, you guessed it: 1) butter; 2) cream; and 3) salt.   Okay, maybe it’s a bit … Continue Reading

  Recently read an interview with Chef René Redzepi in Bon Appétit.  I wholeheartedly share his perspective regarding plant-based cooking: “The reason we should eat our vegetables isn’t because they’re better for us.  We should be plucking and roasting our friends from the plant kingdom, first and foremost, because they are damned delicious.” – Chef … Continue Reading

Can you guess what this pancake is made from?? Hint: It’s not made from flour, no eggs either. I know, rather vague, a bit of a mystery…keep reading to find out. Give up…shall I spill the beans? Or should I say, the black-eyed peas (less commonly known as cow peas), technically, legumes, not peas. Yes, … Continue Reading