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
Tex Mex
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
Spring Tacos with Shrimp and Asparagus-Radish Leaf Pesto
In my singledom, I’ve become a bit fanatical about my TV shows. This becomes borderline pathetic when one of those shows includes The Voice. In fact, I think studies have shown that sitting on the couch and watching both Monday AND Tuesday night of ... Continue Reading about Spring Tacos with Shrimp and Asparagus-Radish Leaf Pesto
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
Mini Black Bean Arepas
The arepa is a beautiful thing for glutards. It’s a Venezuelan sandwich pocket made entirely out of Masa Harina. When I’m out of Udi’s bread and am too cheap to buy another $6 loaf, I turn to my pantry and whip up a batch of arepas to keep in the ... Continue Reading about Mini Black Bean Arepas
Spicy Black Beans
Spicy Black Beans Two 15-ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon cumin½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon hot sauce1 cup chicken stock (veggie stock, or water)Juice of 1 lime In a small pot, combine the ... Continue Reading about Spicy Black Beans
Gluten-Free Chili Con Carne
Gluten-Free Chili Con Carne Since this Chili Con Carne doesn’t have any beer or whiskey in it, it’s gluten free. 6 ounces bacon (or more, if you are prone to snacking, chopped)2 medium red onions (1/3 cup reserved for garnish, finely ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Chili Con Carne
The Best Guacamole
The Best Guacamole 2 cloves garlic (pushed through a press, or finely minced with salt)1 ½ limes (juiced)1 cup cilantro leaves (chopped)½ small red onion (finely diced)2 medium plum tomatoes (finely chopped)5 pickled jalapeños (minced)7 ... Continue Reading about The Best Guacamole
Easy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
Easy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup To cut down on the cook time, use white rice instead of brown - it will only take 15 minutes to become tender! 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)3 garlic cloves1/2 teaspoon cumin1 16- ounce jar medium salsa ... Continue Reading about Easy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
Brisket and Winter Squash Chili
Brisket and Winter Squash Chili For the chili:3 oz dried ancho chiles (stemmed, seeded, coarsely torn)6 ounces beef bacon (diced)1 large vidalia onion (1lb, diced)4 lb beef brisket (fat trimmed, cut into 2 inch cubes and seasoned with salt ... Continue Reading about Brisket and Winter Squash Chili
Spicy Black Bean Dip
Spicy Black Bean Dip 1 large garlic clove1/2 small shallot1 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)1 chipotle chili (plus 1 tbsp adobo sauce)1/4 tsp cumin1/4 tsp chili powder1/2 lemon (juiced)1 tsp saltcilantro and sour cream for ... Continue Reading about Spicy Black Bean Dip