You have to try pretty hard to not love tortilla chips dipped in melted cheese. Like come on, who doesn’t love queso? My dad, who is notorious in our family for being the pickiest of picky eaters (the man eats almost nothing that’s actually delicious and flavorful), absolutely loves queso. He didn’t even eat pizza…
Better Than Chipotle Burrito Bowl
I’m going to be completely honest with you, because I think we’re cool like that. You take time out of your day to come on over and spend some time with me, so it’s only fair I’m open with you… right? Here’s the deal. Originally this was going to be a burrito post. But for…
How to Make Perfect Carnitas
We’ll get to the carnitas. I promise. But first, there’s something we need to talk about. Today, along with over 200 other food bloggers, I dedicate my post to Food Bloggers Against Hunger. I know I’m normally pretty light-hearted and laid back in my posts. One very, very kind person even said they find my…
How to Make Corn Tortillas
The humble tortilla. A tabula rasa. A perfect, innocent, beautiful blank canvas. It’s the foundation on which so many of my favorite foods are built. I love tortillas. I’m uncertain if life would be worth living without them. I have to admit, I’m more of a flour tortilla kinda guy. Judge me as you will. There…
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa
I hope you like Mexican food… because I’m bringing it non-stop for the next few weeks. One of my absolute favorite holidays is coming, and I want to make sure you (and I) are ready. Cinco de Mayo. Three beautiful words that bring tears of joyful anticipation streaming down my face. Okay, well not really,…
Orecchiette with Braised Short Ribs and Swiss Chard
Leftovers. Ugh. The word alone immediately underwhelms me. It’s the opposite of an exciting meal. But Asheley is big on leftovers, since she absolutely hates wasting perfectly good food. And I can’t say that I disagree. It’s just so often, boring… unless you are talking about reheating a batch of that Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup or Fire…
Braised Short Ribs with Swiss Chard and Polenta
If you follow me on facebook (which if you do by the way, thanks and you’re totally awesome. If you don’t, become awesome by going here), you know that I actually made these braised short ribs over a week ago. It’s taken me way too long to post this recipe for you because, well, I…
Creamy Cheddar Polenta
I’m a polenta newbie. The first time I even had it was this past summer in Paris, served alongside a beautiful roast pork tenderloin at the lovely little wine bar and bistro Les Papilles. At first Asheley and I thought we were eating unbelievably smooth, buttery mashed potatoes with some sort of flavor twist. And then…
Quick and Easy Creamy Tomato – Basil Soup
March is a such a great month. There are so many things to be happy about. Asheley’s birthday is almost here. That means celebrating with lots of good food, surrounded by our family and friends. We actually also made a reservation for the two of us to celebrate at Eleven Madison Park in NYC. We…
Asian Steak Lettuce Wraps
Our good friends Steve and Valerie have been following a Paleo-esque lifestyle the past several months. No pasta. No bread. No ice cream. Basically, no fun. I’m just kidding. I give them a lot of credit. I definitely couldn’t do it. I totally lack the willpower. They have been doing really great with it, though,…
