Spices
6 September 2009 by
Jean Johnson
These peaches are inspired by how they treat jicama in Mexico. I also do them with pineapple and melons of all stripes. Expect the fans to roll their eyes in bliss on this one because sets the sweet fruit off to a very fine angle indeed.
Latina Peaches
For these peaches, ...
Posted in Culti-Multi Food, Desserts, Equipment, Fruit, Health and Wellness, Holidays, Sides, Spices, Summer | 2 Comments »
8 November 2008 by
Jean Johnson
Americans! We Can Eat Well & Tighten Our Belts! There was a time when only the rich could afford expensive spices. Ah, yes. We all remember the famed Spice Route to Asia. Just Google it, and you'll find maps, mystery, and intrigue. You'll find references to cardamom, turmeric, ginger, and ...
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10 October 2008 by
Jean Johnson
Here in Portland, Oregon, it's as if Mother Nature threw a switch and autumn commenced. I'm sure golden days are yet to come, but at the moment it's brisk and cloudy. Gone are the fresh tomatoes and the lean, clean flavors that taste so great when it's hot. Here are ...
Posted in Culti-Multi Food, Equipment, Family, Friends, & Love, Flavor, Fresh, Kitchen Tips, Spices | 2 Comments »
1 August 2008 by
Jean Johnson
Actually, the real story today is about black cap raspberries--the berries my new neighbor Nick brought from his grandparents farmstead out in Sandy, Oregon. Black raspberries to match the black, gothic attire he sports. The berries were an unusual, delicious treat on cereal this morning, but wouldn't you know, the photos ...
Posted in Bioethics & Sustainability, Desserts, Family, Friends, & Love, Fruit, Scratch Cooking, Spices, Summer | 2 Comments »
25 July 2008 by
Jean Johnson
Linda's my new pal. She knows about computers and business and such. So what could I do when she arrived once again to help the cause, but offer a munch.
It was mainly leftovers that took me 15 minutes to pull together. Mahi mahi (because when I talked to Gary ...
Posted in Family, Friends, & Love, Fish, Flavor, Fresh, Kitchen Garden Thoughts, Putting Up Food, Spices, Summer, Ultrafast, Vegetables | Add a Comment »
1 February 2008 by
Jean Johnson
I took this shot one of the rare days when the griddle was not in use on the stove. A wash in the background except you get a glimpse of some of the students I worked with in the Hopi and Navajo nations. Indeed, it was in Indian Country that I ...
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2 January 2008 by
Jean Johnson
It's easy to mince up some zippy garlic salt to cure the January blues. Quesadillas, tuna melts, soups, and eggs all soar to new heights when treated to some of this very excellent brew. You can boldy dose the pot on behalf of everyone or simply put a small plate ...
Posted in Flavor, Kitchen Tips, Scratch Cooking, Spices, Thrift | 3 Comments »
19 December 2007 by
Jean Johnson
Here are the stuffed dates I talked about a few posts ago. Also fresh pears and clementines dipped in melted butter and flax meal spiced with cinnamon, cardamom, and allspice with nary a speck of sugar in the mix. Almonds and pomegranate seeds finish this lovely presentation. Happy Holidays. ...
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18 December 2007 by
Jean Johnson
We in the Pacific Northwest take our java seriously with freshly ground beans that are fairly traded and organically grown.
I made this fancy-pants cup of joe in my own kitchen with a none too pricey espresso machine. The trick is to steam the milk (that hopefully comes from a ...
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13 December 2007 by
Jean Johnson
This time of year cues to chow down on sugar+butter are as ubiquitous as canned holiday music. So if you're trying to keep things under wraps and still want something oh so luscious, try baked pears. D'Anjous are my favorite to bake because they hold their shape. And when I ...
Posted in Cheese, Desserts, Fall, Fruit, Health and Wellness, Innocent Sweets, Roasting Fruits and Vegetables, Seasonal, Spices, Thrift, Winter | Add a Comment »