If you are wondering what to get that special person who wants a little special attention, then this is it. You can choose from either a 2-hour private cooking lesson with me (including groceries!) OR a one time meal delivery with two meals, snacks, salad & dessert for a family of four! When checking out, please be sure to write who this is going to in your notes section. You can also opt to have the Gift Certificate mailed to the lucky cook OR have it sent directly to you. Give the … Read More
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Carrot Banana Bread
INGREDIENTS: 1 large egg 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup vegan sour cream (lite is okay; or Greek yogurt may be substituted) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus additional if necessary (see step 4 in directions) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda […]
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
INGREDIENTS: For the Filling: 2 spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 3-4 cups baby kale 1 cup part skim ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon juice For the Sauce: 1 tablespoons olive oil 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. ground […]
Green Papaya Salad
If you have been to a Thai restaurant lately, chances are you’ve seen a Green Papaya dish on the menu. At our restaurant, The Pearl Dragon, it’s fairly new, but a big hit. Fresh, raw Thai green papaya, carrots, lime, cilantro, it just screams of flavor. It’s my new favorite dish. Finding a green papaya […]
Beef Bone Broth
Bone Broth is the new craze around town, but cooks have been making this hearty, nutrient rich broth for generations. Here is my version. I like to roast the bones and veggies before I cover them with water for a richer, deeper flavor. Keep some in the freezer to have on hand when someone you […]
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Turkey Meatballs with Coconut-Dijon Sauce
I love Swedish Meatballs, but don't like the fact that they contain so much butter and cream! So, I came up … Read More