There's a Lebanese restaurant in Cleveland, Taza, that J and I LOVE. We eat there nearly every time we're in town. Until now, the recipe for their delicious lamb kofta has eluded us. This weekend when everyone else was grilling hamburgers and hot dogs, J finally managed to perfect this recipe with the help of … Continue reading Lamb Kofta and Harissa Yogurt Sauce
Harissa (Tunisian Hot Chili Sauce)
If you're looking for a way to add spice, but don't want to use Srichacha sauce, this is a great alternative. J and I have used it in stir fry already and it is delicious! Ingredients: 4 ounces (about 18) dried hot red New Mexico chili peppers 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as … Continue reading Harissa (Tunisian Hot Chili Sauce)
Copycat Luby’s Tortilla Soup
The best tortilla soup is either at Luby's in San Antonio or Magnolia's in Austin. Seeing as how I no longer live in Texas, it was high time I learned to make this amazingly tasty, wonderful, cold winter night meal. 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chopped onions2 teaspoons chopped garlic1 poblano pepper (seeded and chopped)1 … Continue reading Copycat Luby’s Tortilla Soup
Ham and Bean Soup
This recipe is similar to the one served in the United States Senate. "Bean soup is on the menu in the Senate's restaurant every day. There are several stories about the origin of that mandate, but none has been corroborated," according to the Senate website devoted to the topic. It's super easy, very filling and … Continue reading Ham and Bean Soup
Lentil Soup and Halloumi pitas
This was a delicious, filling dinner that is super easy to make. It's a fun twist on the usual grilled cheese and soup dinner option. Lentil Soup and Halloumi pitas This was a delicious, filling dinner that is super easy to make. It’s a fun twist on the usual grilled cheese and soup dinner option. … Continue reading Lentil Soup and Halloumi pitas