Bella and Peas
No matter how great you prepare the main course, if one of the side dishes is out of place, the whole meal collapses. This is not unlike a band with one musician who just doesn’t cut it. Here’s a side...
View ArticleCalifornia Broccoli Frittata
On our anniversary this year, Ron woke up, juiced some organic fruits and vegetables, and brought me a huge glass in bed. He was all set to make me breakfast, but I stopped him. We had an appointment...
View ArticleFailure and Southeast Asian Chicken, Twisted
Jenn’s been spending a lot of time with our new puppy, on top of her busy work schedule, and it’s been harder and harder for her to get to the Reel Chow kitchen for extended periods in order to create...
View ArticleYellow Snap Beans with Ginger and Shallots
I have been craving only vegetables and fruit lately, probably because we are in the middle of a humid heatwave. I saw these beautiful yellow snap beans at the Farmer’s Market so I decided to buy some....
View ArticleJapanese Plum Chutney
I have been obsessed with buying fresh produce at the Farmer’s Market in our small city. I look forward to the summer produce all winter long. Most Saturday mornings I wake up early to take a walk with...
View ArticleTurkey Tostada with Peach Ginger Salsa
I love when Jenn lets loose and gets as creative as she wants to. Witness her turkey tostada with peach ginger salsa. There’s a familiarity about it, but it’s wholly original. There’s nothing insanely...
View ArticleWhole Wheat Pasta with Shiitake and Arugula
This dish is a favorite of mine. Whole Wheat Pasta with Shiitake and Arugula is easy to make and perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The balance of the ingredients makes it seem light, but not...
View ArticlePotatoes and Eggs
Since I have a plethora of potatoes in our kitchen, I made my version of good ol’ home fries for breakfast this past weekend. It was hearty and just what I needed. As I was slicing my potatoes, I...
View ArticlePea and Green Apple Soup
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, I’m finally able to cook and share this post with you. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in the past week, it’s that family really matters, and everything...
View ArticleQuinoa Pasta with Baby Bok Choy and Sweet Red Onion
While recovering from my recent surgery, I had a stronger than usual desire for healthy dishes. This is because I’ve been unable to get to the gym every day, as I usually do. Here’s something of mine...
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