School is about to start and I hope that you are as excited as I am about the beginning of the new school year. My son is entering Kindergarten and, now, both of my kids are on their way to become the next US presidents, big time CEOs and world-renowned doctors, lawyers, and scientists (ok,
Month: August 2010
Cheesy Zucchini Polenta Cakes with Mushroom Duxelles
I’m always curious about what people in my group-ex classes think while doing their round kicks, pushups, or bicycle crunches. I usually exercise after work and my mind is often busy with possible dinner ideas. This past Friday, instead of following the kick-boxing instructor, I found myself inventing a new polenta recipe in my head. What do
Cucee is Cooking
On the way towards their recipes, these cooking experiments stopped for the photo op. Red Lentil Dahl, Eggplant and Spinach Stack with Raita Sweet Potato Soup
Cucee Sprouts in on Foodbuzz Top 9 today
Despite his young age, Cucee Sprouts is already becoming a celebrity. Out of 3,367 posts from the Foodbuzz Community, at only three weeks old, he is currently number 5 on the the Foodbuzz top 9 list. This is the post that made his famous Caramelized Roasted Figs with Baby Greens and Honey Vinaigrette.
Almond Butter Kefir Breakfast Smoothie
From pancakes to waffles to power shakes, our weekend always starts with a special breakfast. What’s a special breakfast? Pretty much anything that is not cereal or oatmeal – we are easy to please… With my kids, the tradition of a special breakfast now spans more than one generation. When I was little, my mom
Caramelized Roasted Figs with Baby Greens and Honey Vinaigrette
This summer salad is a hit at every gathering. It’s one of my most requested recipes. Slightly tangy vinaigrette truly compliments the sweetness of the caramelized figs. Caramelized Roasted Figs with Baby Greens and Honey Vinaigrette Top 5 recipe on FoodBuzz Adapted from FoodNetwork.com Ingredients 4 small fresh black mission figs, stemmed Extra-virgin olive oil
Simple and Healthy Vegan Vanilla and Agave Nectar Cupcakes
Top five glimpses into the character of my 5-year-old son Jacob: At the dinner table. Jacob: “Mommy, this soup is spicy. Can I have some wine?” “Lizard of Oz,”said Jacob. My 7-year-old daughter Mika needed to measure 3 tablespoons of liquid for her science experiment. She asked Jacob for help. He returned with 3 table spoons.
Moroccan Red Lentil-Bean Stew
Last weekend, I took my friends on a culinary journey to Morocco. No suitcase required. Only a plate and a wine glass. Napkins and utensils — optional. My husband and I experienced Moroccan food on our last vacation. The number of exotic delicacies that we came across was a bit shocking (even a little intimidating).