Is it just me, or are more of the men in your life ordering salads? As far as my feel good food is concerned, my rule of thumb has always been to never tell white bread eaters– i.e. men or children – that what they’re having for dinner is actually ... Continue Reading about Curried Veggie Burgers with Zucchini, Lentils, and Quinoa
Sandwiches
Whether you’re looking for toasts, tartines, tacos or burgers, these gluten-free sandwich recipes have all your bases covered if you're looking for inspiration and ideas.
If you love seafood, don’t miss this salmon tacos recipe. My favorite type of sandwich to make is a burger served on gluten-free buns or naked on a lettuce cup. For vegetarians, these red lentil burgers or Paleo cauliflower sweet potato burgers are fan favorites. These healthy gluten-free turkey burgers are packed with avocado and spinach, and this lamb burgers recipe uses classic Greek seasonings.
Bombay Hot Dogs with Mango Relish and Curried Mayo
One of my favorite high-low food items is a Kobe beef hot dog. I would never in a million years go into a specialty store and buy an over-priced package of these – despite having read The Jungle and Fast Food Nation, I still hold a white trash torch ... Continue Reading about Bombay Hot Dogs with Mango Relish and Curried Mayo
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
Caper-Chive Deviled Egg Sandwiches
Occasionally a catering event comes along that makes me think, man, I love what I do. Usually, the first thought bubble that pops into my head after packing-up the Tupperware containers is: ouch, my feet hurt, perhaps I should use my tip money to pay ... Continue Reading about Caper-Chive Deviled Egg Sandwiches
Sausage, Lettuce & Tomato Sandwiches (SLT’s!)
I can’t believe nearly three years have passed since I left that midtown Manhattan high-rise in favor of the good life working from home, wondering where my next paycheck would come from. It took a while to acclimate to new measures of ... Continue Reading about Sausage, Lettuce & Tomato Sandwiches (SLT’s!)
Spicy Hummus Wraps with Avocado and Radishes
Spicy Hummus Wraps with Avocado and Radishes I used to order a sandwich just like this from the wrap counter of my campus sandwich shop. It’s also incredibly easy to recreate at home. See what veggies are in season, and if you don’t have the ... Continue Reading about Spicy Hummus Wraps with Avocado and Radishes
Grilled Mushroom-Cheddar Melts
Grilled Mushroom-Cheddar Melts 2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 large shallot (thinly sliced)1/2 pound mixed wild mushrooms1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/4 cup white wine1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (plus 3 additional sprigs)1/2 tablespoon ... Continue Reading about Grilled Mushroom-Cheddar Melts
Ginger Salmon Burgers with Grilled Scallions
Ginger Salmon Burgers with Grilled Scallions The idea for these Asian-influenced salmon burgers came to me when I was thinking of what to do with a leftover knob of ginger. I had never made fish based burgers before, and I was a little wary of ... Continue Reading about Ginger Salmon Burgers with Grilled Scallions
Fried Green Tomato BLT with Herb Mayo
Fried Green Tomato BLT with Herb Mayo While most BLTs have a large leaf of crisp romaine lettuce, the Slice of Life version uses a handful of peppery arugula which helps offset the huge slices of fried tomatoes and intensify (instead of water ... Continue Reading about Fried Green Tomato BLT with Herb Mayo
The Best Burgers
The Best Burgers My friend Adam pioneered this recipe as his signature "Man Burger." I've paired down the ingredient list a bit to make them more approachable. 4 pounds of ground beef2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 egg1 tablespoon soy ... Continue Reading about The Best Burgers
Dill Turkey Burgers with Beet Relish
Pickled Red Onions These onions are so easy to make and are possibly the best topping for turkey burgers. 1 small red onion (peeled and sliced into thin rounds)¼ cup cider vinegar2 tbsp sugar½ tsp salt Combine the vinegar, sugar, and ... Continue Reading about Dill Turkey Burgers with Beet Relish
Roasted Beef Baguettes with Cider Onion Jam and Fennel Remoulade
Apple Cider Onion Jam 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)2 tbsp unsalted butter1 tbsp sugar1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons white wine1/3 cup apple cider1 tbsp cider vinegar Combine the onion, butter, sugar, and salt in a small ... Continue Reading about Roasted Beef Baguettes with Cider Onion Jam and Fennel Remoulade
Green Eggs and Ham Sandwiches
Green Eggs and Ham Sandwiches i.e. English Muffins with Chive Scrambled Eggs, Prosciutto, and Arugula Pesto 12 English Muffins (sliced)1 dozen eggs (beaten)1/2 cup shredded mozzarella1/4 cup finely chopped chives1 cup Arugula Pesto12 ... Continue Reading about Green Eggs and Ham Sandwiches
Roasted Eggplant Sandwiches with White Bean Spread
White Bean Spread You can use the excess spread as a dip for crudites, or slather it on crusty bread and serve as a crostini. One 15-ounce can cannelloni or white beansJuice of 1/2 lemon2 teaspoons fresh rosemary or thyme leaves (optional)1 ... Continue Reading about Roasted Eggplant Sandwiches with White Bean Spread