Kitchen Operas

This is one of my tried and true recipes that I have been making (and tweaking) for over ten years. It’s a family stand-by, and I know it works because my Mum often requests “Fajita Night”, which means that we make a batch of this chili plus a batch of seasoned ground beef (for the carnivorous Dad), and we all get to make our own Fajitas with whole wheat tortillas and fillings of choice. My favourite fillings include the veggie chili, cheese, low-fat sour cream, chipotles, and guacamole. Mmmmm.

You know what I love?  Enchiladas.  They have become a staple around my house since I made my Kale & White Bean Enchiladas.  I’ve had enchiladas on the weekly rotation ever since, mixing it up a little by adding poblano peppers to the tomatillo & onion mixture when I’ve got them on hand. I thought […]

There was an interesting and inspiring post on Michael Ruhlman’s blog yesterday, discussing a new book from Lee Kravitz, Unfinished Business.  Kravitz was fired from his position as editor at Parade magazine, and decided to finish off his life’s unfinished business.  Great concept, and over at Ruhlman’s blog, there is the most interesting discussion going […]

I adore roasted cauliflower.  Tossed with olive oil, and salt and pepper, and left in a hot (425 F) oven for 20 minutes… perfection.  And because they’re bite-sized, you can call them “Cauliflower Poppers” and feel like you’re having a real treat. I also adore anything “mole” (pronounced “moh-lay”).  The mole combination of chocolate and […]