Apparently, I’ve been dicing onions all wrong. And I never knew how to cook – let alone eat, an artichoke. Further, if you asked me what “tripe” was, I’d have said a fish.
That was, until I spent an entire evening watching old episodes of “The French Chef” with Julia Child. I managed to finish half a dozen shows before forcing myself to call it a night – and I learned a ton. Continue Reading →
For years, Husband and I had a Saturday night ritual. We’d go to the 5:15 service at church, sit in our “usual” spot, then head to Tejas, our then-favorite restaurant, for dinner. Francois * always got us a great table. Friends knew exactly where to find us, and we often ended up with a group of 6 or 8. Without exception, I always ordered the “Grilled Chicken-Wild Rice Burrito with Mango-Habanero Sauce.”
Sadly, Tejas closed a few years back. Talk about throwing us for a loop!
I can eat this like it’s popcorn.
If you’re not a raw cauliflower fan, I understand. Raw “cruciferous” vegetables, as they’re called, can be a little off-putting. (For you, and those around you, if you get my drift.)
But just like with onions, roasting or caramelizing them changes some of their chemical properties, producing a wonderfully rich, almost sweet flavor.
But enough from “Bill Nye the Science Guy.”
Are you trying to get more vitamin C and fiber into your day? This is a good option. Preparing it is fast and easy, and makes a great substitute for a higher carb side dish. It’s versatile too – like a perfect pair of black pants, you can “dress it up, or dress it down.”
I'm glad you stopped by ... pull up a stool, grab your favorite beverage, and let's make something delicious!
