The theme of the week for dinner has been quick and easy. I wouldn't be exaggerating when I say that our meals have taken less than 10 minutes to prepare. It's been stir-fried greens for the last couple of evenings--boring maybe, but it's been my answer for getting dinner on the table with as ... Read More
Pancit Bihon (Stir-Fried Rice Noodles)
If you ever attend a Filipino get-together one of the dishes you can count on being served is pancit. This is the Filipino word for noodles and there are several ways they can be prepared. Pancit bihon or pancit guisado (as it's referred to in my family) is one of the easiest preparations. ... Read More
Shrimp Fried Rice
I have been up for a couple of hours now and the sun has yet to rise. I'm savoring the last few minutes of quiet time before my husband gets up and invites me for a walk down the beach to the local Starbucks two hotels over. The last few days before Christmas were a blur as we scrambled to ... Read More
Orecchiette with Chanterelles, Brocollini, Frisee and Pancetta
The warm feeling that permeates all over; when your heart is overflowing and you know that though your life isn't perfect you can't possibly want or need anything else that very moment. Pure joy. That's what I've felt all day. Much more than happy. Happiness is feeling pleasure about ... Read More
Slow Cooker Asian-Style Short Ribs
I served these short ribs as a secondary dish at this past weekend's party. I wanted to offer my guests an alternative in case lasagne didn't appeal to them. My inspiration for the recipe that came together here was the excellent version that I tasted at Lisa's (Authentic Suburban Gourmet). ... Read More
