Have you crunched into a crispy kale chip? So light and crispy they shatter and crumble in your mouth and have a salty earthy flavor that is a completely satisfying snack sensation. It’s rather astonishing how easy it would be to eat an entire … Continue reading →
All photos by David Peterman unless otherwise noted
Posted in Cooking on a budget, Nibbles and Snacks, Party Food
A crispy layer of bread crumbs adds an element of comfort food to this wonderfully simple vegetable casserole. Pre-baking the eggplant makes it creamy and soft, a beautiful contrast to the zucchini which retain a nice snappy bite. This dish … Continue reading →
All photos by David Peterman unless otherwise noted
Posted in Cooking on a budget, Operation Frontline, Rouxbe.com
It’s been a cold wet June in Seattle. The other morning I couldn’t seem to chase the chill out of my bones and wanted something warm for lunch. The fresh flavor and vibrant green color of this spinach soup delivered … Continue reading →
All photos by David Peterman unless otherwise noted
Posted in Cooking on a budget, Rouxbe.com, Soups & Stews, Vegetables
| Tagged Chrivel, Coriander, Fennel, parsley, Using a chef's knife
I had fun over the weekend doing a cooking demonstration of low cost meals at a community fair organized by The City of Lake Forest Park, WA. They brought together all sorts of community resource agencies sharing information to help people navigate … Continue reading →
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Posted in Clever Tips and Tricks, Cooking on a budget, Salads, Soups & Stews, Spice Spotlight
| Tagged buying spices, Operation Frontline, Solid Ground