In the many years I was planning events professionally, clients hosting lavish buffets, or even rather simple ones, always came around to that one question – “Shouldn’t we serve some kind of vegetable that’s, you know, healthy?” Not creamy spinach dip, or cheesy stuffed mushrooms, but something that would presumably appease the guest who didn’t want, well, food. Caterers were … [Read more...] about Roasted Carrot and Cumin Soup
Soup and Salads
Oven Vegetable Soup
First off, let me say that this is not my recipe – I don’t think. I read about this, or someone told me about it, I don’t know. But it has stuck in my mind for years. It’s one of those easy ones that you memorize without really meaning to, and then remember when you are wandering aimlessly through the grocery store or farmer’s market wondering what to buy. This recipe is … [Read more...] about Oven Vegetable Soup
Better Than a Flu Shot Chicken Soup
Well, it seems that flu season has well and truly descended. Everyday I hear of yet another friend picking up kids early from school, then the rest of the house comes down with the yuck. And I watch the news. I am considering buying stock in the hand-sanitizer companies. So with that in mind, what better action to take than to cook up your own batch of cure-all. Really, … [Read more...] about Better Than a Flu Shot Chicken Soup
Easy Thai Beef Salad Cups
I love the flavor of Thai food, but it can be a little time consuming to prepare. This easy elegant wrap is simplified with bought roast beef. These little lettuce cups make a great appetizer, served on a big, pretty platter, or a simple cold summer supper. Choose a roast beef from the deli counter that is not highly seasoned or specially flavored and do not have it sliced … [Read more...] about Easy Thai Beef Salad Cups
Cuban Corn and Black Bean Salad
I always offer to bring a dish when people invite me over, and when they take the offer up, I sometimes get a little flustered trying to come up with something new and different. This salad has been my staple this summer, when I grill out or when asked to bring something along. So next time it’s your turn to bring a salad or a side dish to a barbecue (or just doing it for … [Read more...] about Cuban Corn and Black Bean Salad
