Blistered Green Beans are similar to Chinese dry fried green beans, only much easier to prepare. Charred, but not burnt, these green beans taste rich and flavorful, and there isn’t much hassle or oil involved! These were the perfect way to use my garden green beans! Blistered green beans are very similar to roasted green …
Stuffed Zucchini with Chicken and Pine Nuts has incredible Turkish flavors. Onion and cinnamon, paprika and cumin combine to make this stuffed zucchini an easy culinary masterpiece! My garden is starting to overflow with zucchini. I only planted two, but that is enough for two of us. Manservant is not fond of vegetables and usually …
Creamed corn with basil is perfect for when those ears of corn aren’t quite ready for eating off the cob. Made with garlic butter, basil and a touch of jalapeno, this creamed corn might just become your favorite corn recipe. Corn is one of my favored foods which makes creamed corn close to the top …
This Cauliflower Gratin Casserole has the right stuff. Made to be rich; this dish is filled with cheese and cream. Some might think of it as mac and cheese, except cauliflower replaces the mac. Reminds me of a steakhouse side dish-where often times you want the side dish more than the steak! With Passover and …
“This Mexican poblano cheese casserole is proof that simple ingredients in the right combination, can easily become more than the sum of its parts. This savory, cheesy gratin is home made Mexican goodness!” It goes without saying that Mr. Manservant travels a lot. It also goes without saying that the first item of business when …
This untraditional tzimmes is simply made with carrots, sweet potatoes and parsnips. Add in some dried figs or raisins and you have a side dish that is perfect for any occasion. A tzimes, (tzimmes) is a Jewish side dish that comes in many versions. Traditionally a tzimmes is a stew and made in a …
Chinese Eggplant with Pork and Garlic is a classic Chinese dish. Lots of garlic and a hint of pork, plus the great flavors of scallions and ginger make this a super dish! “To hear about something a thousand times is not as good as experiencing it once.” (Ancient …
Grilled Bread Salad with peppers and onions is a hearty summer dish. A fun salad to serve as an a accompaniment to any grilled entree. Who doesn’t like grilled bread mixed with fresh veggies and a light dressing? It is with regret that I mourn the loss of gas in my grill. I know …