Mexican Tostada “Lasagna”

I live with someone who detests leftovers. So, creative casseroles turn those leftovers into something new. Here, leftover chili and refried beans turn into a Mexican “lasagna”.

Yes, there were a lot of leftovers. Again. But, there were no complaints about them. They were eagerly devoured.

September 15th, 2011 | Category: Beef, Food, Mostly Healthy, Pork, Recipe, Simple Bites | Leave a comment

Pinto Bean Stew

The speckled color of these pinto beans mutes dramatically after their soak. You won’t mind, though. This makes a very yummy bean stew …and refried beans worth eating the next day.

These leftovers are on their way to becoming refried beans. Stuff them in a […]

White Eggplants

Grilled White Eggplant

white eggplant, sliced on the diagonal olive oil fine sea salt freshly ground black pepper ciabattas, sliced mozzarella basil leaves fresh tomato sauce, warm

Preheat grill.

When the grill is hot, slice eggplant. Brush each piece with olive oil. And, sprinkle […]

From Scratch: Mayonnaise

It’s so easy…

Grainy mustard can be seen speckled throughout this batch of mayonnaise. As the only mustard in the house, it was an unexpected improvisation. And, I was rewarded with a nice dose of flavor.

Pristinely fresh eggs are imperative.

Homemade Mayonnaise make […]

Black Krim

…on steroids?

Nope, we’re just using good old fashioned nutrient-rich soil.

Mutant Tomatoes

The Elephant Man Tomato

Butthead

We’re ready for our close-up!

Something Wicked This Way Grows

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Cherry Tomato Rainbow

Another Salad?

Or Sauce?

Salad wins!

And, since summer’s bounty is soon to end. (…Or, slowly fizzle out) It’s time for a splurge.

Brown Butter Sage Pasta

1 lb pasta of choice (I like […]

Tomatoes Of Many Colors

Shades range from light yellow to pink to dark red tinged with black

After a weekend of salads, pasta dishes and popping tomatoes like candy, the rest went into one big batch of spicy jalapeno tomato jam. The level of spicy heat will depend on […]

Gu’s Bistro Fried Rice

Can you take the heat?

Leftover chicken and hot red peppers from Gu’s Bistro made an amazing stir fried rice. If you like it hot, this makes a quick & delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Gu’s Bistro Chicken Fried Rice

leftover Gu’s chili pepper […]

Our Biggest Batch of Tomatoes — 2011

Some of these garden fresh tomatoes will be tonight’s dinner:

Garden Pasta

1 lb penne rigate, al dente extra virgin olive oil fresh mozzarella balls an assortment of tomatoes, sliced or halved 1 California Wonder pepper, diced basil ribbons light drizzle of balsamic vinegar fine sea […]