The last few weeks have been marked by the impending excitement and doom of my inter-borough move. On the one hand, I wanted to cook my way through my whole pantry so I would have one less box to pack. But on the other—that is, the lazy, exhausted ... Continue Reading about Easy Mexican Breakfast Pizzas with Avocado (Gluten-Free)
Southwestern
Healthy Nachos with Mushrooms, Jalapenos, and Cauliflower Queso
You may remember me humble bragging about the potluck dinner I attended at Dana Cowin’s apartment last fall. It was a crazy honor to be included in the evening and to meet some of my cookbook idols (like Deb of Smitten Kitchen) in the process. Over ... Continue Reading about Healthy Nachos with Mushrooms, Jalapenos, and Cauliflower Queso
Cauliflower Cheese Sauce
Cauliflower Cheese Sauce This gluten-free cauliflower cheese sauce recipe is so quick and simple! Use this low-dairy, low-fat queso as a dip or serve it atop nachos or macaroni. ½ head cauliflower (cut into small florets)Sea salt1 large ... Continue Reading about Cauliflower Cheese Sauce
Chile Verde Sauce
Easy Chile Verde Sauce This easy chile verde sauce recipe is gluten-free and made with tomatillos! Can be eaten alone, with chicken, or served atop enchiladas. Make it into a stew like this Chicken Chile Verde recipe Olive oil1 pound ... Continue Reading about Chile Verde Sauce
Gluten-Free Chicken Chile Verde
I feel a little bit guilty about cutting back on the number of recipes I’ve been serving up here. So as much as I’ve been LOVING sharing my wellness tips, it feels kind of nice to just curl up with you and this bowl of healthy chicken chile verde and ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Chicken Chile Verde
Mean Green Kale Margaritas
This post is sponsored by my friends at Plum Vida, whose veggie purees are the secret ingredient in my kale margarita recipe. Products featured on Feed Me Phoebe are few and far between, and as with all opinions on this site, I only give my ... Continue Reading about Mean Green Kale Margaritas
Hot Crab Dip with Jalapenos and Scallions
I’m all for high-low dishes (after all, Ina Garten turned me onto the magic of potato chips and caviar at a young age). But I’ve always thought that hot crab dip seemed like a foolish use of a $30 a pound protein. It’s the same kind of philosophical ... Continue Reading about Hot Crab Dip with Jalapenos and Scallions
Jalapeno Sweet Corn Salsa
It feels sacrilegious to say it, but I don't always love to cook. As lucky as I am to be able to go to work in my kitchen every day, sometimes mincing shallots or dekerneling corn is the last thing on earth I want to do. I wish my love of standing ... Continue Reading about Jalapeno Sweet Corn Salsa
Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
I've had a long tortured history with these buffalo chicken quesadillas. It’s not their fault. But like the tastiest of food lovers, they’ve caused me to experience some high highs and low lows. My affair with healthy buffalo chicken themed ... Continue Reading about Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Black Bean and Rice Salad with Spicy Lime Dressing
Black Bean and Rice Salad with Spicy Lime Dressing In this simple black bean salad, basmati rice and beans are tossed together to create a quick, healthy dinner that is vegetarian and gluten-free. Originally published on Food & Wine. 1 ... Continue Reading about Black Bean and Rice Salad with Spicy Lime Dressing
Summer Black Bean Soup with Corn and Tomatoes
Summer Black Bean Soup with Corn and Tomatoes This simple black bean soup recipe is a great summer dinner idea and is quick and easy to make. It is also vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Originally published on Food & Wine. 2 ... Continue Reading about Summer Black Bean Soup with Corn and Tomatoes
Black Bean Dip with Cilantro
Black Bean Dip with Cilantro This black bean dip is a great party appetizer that involves very few ingredients and is quick and simple to make. It is also high in protein and fiber. Originally published on Food & Wine. 1 clove ... Continue Reading about Black Bean Dip with Cilantro
Grilled Chicken Breast Tacos with Creamy Cabbage Slaw
These grilled chicken breast tacos with creamy cabbage slaw are incredibly delicious and simple to make. Make sure to buy pre-shredded cabbage and you'll be able to make these in minutes. Get the recipe over on the Food & Wine website ... Continue Reading about Grilled Chicken Breast Tacos with Creamy Cabbage Slaw
Turkey Chili with Black Beans and Jalapeno
Before the holidays, Charlie cooked dinner one night and surprised me by making one of my recipes. This was a win win for both of us. If the dish was lousy, then it would be my fault. And if this was the case, then at least I was dating someone sweet ... Continue Reading about Turkey Chili with Black Beans and Jalapeno
Big Apple Guacamole with Sweet & Savory Baked Tortilla Chips
This spicy guacamole recipe was sponsored by Avocados From Mexico. I received compensation for my participation in the program. As always, any opinions are solely my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this site possible! Like this ... Continue Reading about Big Apple Guacamole with Sweet & Savory Baked Tortilla Chips
Sweet & Savory Baked Tortilla Chips
Sweet & Savory Baked Tortilla Chips 6 yellow corn tortillasOlive oil1 teaspoon brown sugar½ teaspoon sea salt¼ teaspoon ground cumin¼ teaspoon cinnamon¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.On a clean work ... Continue Reading about Sweet & Savory Baked Tortilla Chips
Jalapeno Mac and Cheese with Scallions
It’s so rare that I menu plan anymore when having friends over for dinner. Usually, the problem solving and creativity comes by way of figuring out how to make serving 10 types of fried rice not seem weird, or how to turn a three day old taco topping ... Continue Reading about Jalapeno Mac and Cheese with Scallions
Slow Cooker Brisket
A few weeks ago my friend Sarah and I put our heads together to throw our first ever Only Child Party. The evening was conceived as both an electrifying social experiment, and an opportunity to get an incredibly random group of people together for ... Continue Reading about Slow Cooker Brisket
Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Quesadilla Recipe
One of the best and worst parts of my apartment is that it sits right above a very trashy Mexican restaurant. I always wonder how they manage to keep business afloat if a margarita only costs $3, which by New York City standards, is practically ... Continue Reading about Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Quesadilla Recipe
Mexican Mushroom Tacos with Yellow Rice and Tomatillo Salsa
This Mexican mushroom recipe couldn't have come at a better time. Fall is already off to such a busy start that I’ve barely had time to cook anything for this site. My lunches have been all about scrounging from the refrigerator and eating at ... Continue Reading about Mexican Mushroom Tacos with Yellow Rice and Tomatillo Salsa
Green Chile Enchiladas with Summer Squash, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach
I’ve never felt so meh on a Monday. I got back last night from my best friend from high school’s wedding in the Hamptons. As the bride put it herself, the impending sickness and persistent spasms in my calves are signs of a weekend well spent. And ... Continue Reading about Green Chile Enchiladas with Summer Squash, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach
Mexi Grilled Cheese with Avocado, Pepper Jack, and Refried Beans
Last night I had a special treat: I got to see Gloria Steinem speak at the 92nd Street Y. My dear friend Debbie Phillips of the fabulous women’s network Women on Fire invited me and a few other fabulous ladies to a delicious dinner followed by a ... Continue Reading about Mexi Grilled Cheese with Avocado, Pepper Jack, and Refried Beans
Chicken and White Bean Chili
I haven't been as good a pantry cook as I was in my BGSK days. Since I do so much weekly chef-ing and recipe development, my fridge is usually stocked with a good amount of random fresh produce, and half cups of this and that finished product. Making ... Continue Reading about Chicken and White Bean Chili
Root Vegetable and Black Bean Chili
Last night I made my teary exit from Chef Race. But luckily, there were more important things going on in the world, and though I had to stay up til 2am to get the good news, America did not make me cry twice! I couldn't be prouder of our country, ... Continue Reading about Root Vegetable and Black Bean Chili