One of the hardest parts about giving up six main food groups and items for baby A (she has protein digestion issues so I'm not eating dairy, wheat, eggs, fish, soy or peanuts) is finding quick, easy weeknight meals. Through a lot of trial and error, J and I have learned that some meals that … Continue reading Lamb Tagine with Potatoes and Chickpeas
Overnight Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Life with a newborn (now technically an infant!) was hectic before I went back to work. Now, it's even more of a whirlwind and I started looking for shortcuts for many meals, especially breakfast. Since my usual dairy laden cereal and breakfast bar are now out due to baby A's milk protein issues. Enter my … Continue reading Overnight Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Langlois Crusty Bread
In case you haven't guessed, I love bread. I especially love fresh from the oven, homemade bread. While at Langlois Culinary Crossroads in New Orleans for cooking school, I learned just how easy it is to make delicious, wonderful bread at home. From scratch. Even though it officially takes two days, I promise it is really worth it. Note: … Continue reading Langlois Crusty Bread
C’s Baklava
I always thought baklava was too complex to try at home. Then C found this amazing recipe in The Complete Middle East Cook Book and not only proved me wrong, but it was hands down the best baklava I've ever had. Ingredients: 20 sheets fillo pastry dough (look for it in the freezer section!) 3/4 cup melted, unsalted butter 2 cups finely chopped walnuts 1 cup finely chopped almonds 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Smoky Chipotle Hummus
For Oscar night back in February, J found the perfect dishes to go with Argo. After that first try, we perfected this hummus recipe, which was surprisingly easy. Everyone who tried it liked it and I wish we'd made a bigger batch this last time. A side of Garlic Bagel Chips absolutely makes this dish! Ingredients: … Continue reading Smoky Chipotle Hummus