Even though the weather is still less than ideal in some parts of the US and elsewhere, outdoor grilling season is upon us. As summer rolls in, so do the invitations to picnics, pool parties, and myriad outdoor gatherings. None of those outings ever seem complete unless we fire up the grill and load the table with summer favorites like pasta salad, potato salad, and
For Men Only – Simply Learning to Cook
Once in a while I feel as if I need to step out and try something new. Since I am fairly new to Gualala, I thought that I would propose a class for men only. I want to seriously help them (or you, as the case may be) become more comfortable in the kitchen. My own husband can make ramen at least 10 different ways,
Saffron Quinoa with Spring Vegetables
April is my birth month. Perhaps that I why I have such an affinity for what grows now: asparagus, sugar snap, and English, peas, bitter greens such as dandelion, nettles and lemony sorrel. Feel free to add any of them to this dish. When I first tasted quinoa, more than 20 years ago now, I fell for it- hard. There were few recipes that stood
The Veggie Queen’s Simple Spinach No-Oil Saute
Simple Spinach Serves 4 as a side dish You can make this with spinach or your favorite greens such as Swiss chard or kale. 1 large bunch spinach, washed well, not dried 1 teaspoon chicken flavored broth powder in 3 tablespoons water or veggie broth and 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast 1 clove garlic, finely minced Water as needed Garnish with toasted sesame seeds Put broth
The Veggie Queen’s Quinoa Summer Squash Pilaf
Quinoa Summer Squash Pilaf Serves 4 Quinoa is terrific any way that it is prepared. Here it is paired with summer vegetables and Asian seasonings. If there’s anything that I use that you don’t like, feel free to make substitutions. 1 cup quinoa 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium red pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-2 teaspoons grated ginger 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth