Last week, I opened up about my deep-seeded lasagna biases. I was really just trying to make conversation with you. Though I’ve come to love lasagna, even years ago if you had put a gun to my head, I would have happily had a slice. Melon on the other ... Continue Reading about Grilled Mango Skewers with Lime
Kentucky Derby
The ponies are gearing up for the fight of their lives, while you are safely on the sidelines at home feasting on juleps and refined BBQ! For some healthy Southern recipes for Kentucky Derby, this gluten-free corn pudding is the perfect side for any party, especially if the main event is gluten-free ribs.Â
For something sweet (but not too sweet) my gluten-free lemon tart is a best in show. And finally, if you want to trade the bourbon for something equally festive, might I suggest a Moscow mule with mint?
Skillet Lasagna with Zucchini, Arugula, and Fontina
For some reason over the years I’ve harbored a bit of a pasta bias towards lasagna. Even when I could eat gluten, I hardly ever ordered lasagna off a menu. Like, possibly never. Cutting off a chunk of noodles, masked by layers of other rich things, ... Continue Reading about Skillet Lasagna with Zucchini, Arugula, and Fontina
Chicken Paillard with Chopped Salad Nicoise
When I was around 4 years old, my parents moved us to Paris. We weren’t there long, but if I’m connecting the dots, Steve Jobs-style, I would be remiss to discount the experience as anything less than an essential stepping stone in my food journey. I ... Continue Reading about Chicken Paillard with Chopped Salad Nicoise
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
Moscow Mules Recipe with Mint Leaves
This Moscow mule with mint leaves recipe is pretty much as fancy as my cocktail game gets. Even during my more intense party catering days, I never considered myself much of a mixologist. So when clients asked me to do specialty drinks for ... Continue Reading about Moscow Mules Recipe with Mint Leaves
Polenta Cake with Raspberry Rhubarb Compote
Holy cannoli, I can’t believe Feed Me Phoebe is 1 year old! Looking back on my welcome post from a year ago, I realize two things: 1) I need to start plucking my eyebrows, and 2) facial hair aside, I’ve come a long way in a year - especially, in ... Continue Reading about Polenta Cake with Raspberry Rhubarb Compote
Millet Salad with Roasted Fennel and Tomatoes
I found the healthy state of affairs in my childhood pantry to be deeply unfair. My mom was a whole foods nut long before a chain grocery store arose for people just like her. She did her shopping at the local health food store. In Westchester, ... Continue Reading about Millet Salad with Roasted Fennel and Tomatoes
White Wine Braised Artichokes with Thyme
I grew up eating whole artichokes with homemade mayo for dipping. These were a treat, something my mother and I would share or, when I was big enough, eat side by side. If we were eating the same head, there would always be a bit of tension when we ... Continue Reading about White Wine Braised Artichokes with Thyme
Bread and Butter Jalapeños Recipe
This bread and butter jalapenos recipe is a spicy departure from your normal pickles. I learned the recipe from my Chef Race pal,  Chef & Trainer Robin Bodwin. Despite her tough exterior, I knew Robin and I would get along when I saw how much ... Continue Reading about Bread and Butter Jalapeños Recipe
Gazpacho Sauce
Gazpacho Sauce This condiment is basically a thicker, smoother version of the classic Spanish summer soup. It tastes better the longer it sits, and it's a great refreshing topping for grilled chicken or steak. Spoon it over the piping hot meat ... Continue Reading about Gazpacho Sauce
Grilled Flank Steak with Gazpacho Sauce
When you’re pleasantly confined to a beautiful sunny island for the summer, surrounded by water that contains edible sea creatures, sometimes a steak craving can feel as taboo as an irrational need for string cheese, which, not being real cheese, ... Continue Reading about Grilled Flank Steak with Gazpacho Sauce
On the Job: Rhubarb Yogurt Cake
Since I’m not really a baker, and most of my clients aren’t really gluten-free, I’m always looking to others for great ideas on seasonal cakes and pies that are sure to impress even the oldest, most crotchety of guests. Back in the Spring, someone ... Continue Reading about On the Job: Rhubarb Yogurt Cake
Gluten-Free Is Me: Summer Squash and Cornmeal Cakes
It’s been a while since I last posted a recipe on FMP, and I hate to leave you hungry. Especially if you get as cranky as I do... The plate is still half full in these parts. There’s been lots of excitement behind the scenes – a lot of excitement ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Is Me: Summer Squash and Cornmeal Cakes
Wedge Salad with Dill Dressing and Bacon Bits
My mom raised me to think of iceberg lettuce as the Fruity Pebbles of salad greens. That means cheap, trashy, and lacking any identifiable nutritional components. But what I came to know it as, via other kids’ birthday parties at Pizza Hut, was a ... Continue Reading about Wedge Salad with Dill Dressing and Bacon Bits
What’s Eating You: The Best Foods For Bourbon
What’s Eating You? is a weekly advice column where I answer all of your burning cooking questions. To get the ball rolling, I’ve asked some of my friends to send me theirs. If you’d like your kitchen dilemma solved, feed it to me here. Kate W. is ... Continue Reading about What’s Eating You: The Best Foods For Bourbon
Kentucky Maple Leaf
Kentucky Maple Leaf This drink is one part Southern (Bourbon), one part Yankee (Maple Syrup). It’s also a good transitional drink to take you from the cold winter months to the Derby day sunshine. 1 cup Bourbon1/3 cup Maple Syrup1/3 cup ... Continue Reading about Kentucky Maple Leaf
What’s Eating You: The Easiest Tex-Mex Recipes
What’s Eating You? is a weekly advice column where I answer all of your burning cooking questions. To get the ball rolling, I’ve asked some of my friends to send me theirs. If you’d like your kitchen dilemma solved, feed it to me here. Ben A. is ... Continue Reading about What’s Eating You: The Easiest Tex-Mex Recipes