Many people in my office has been sick over the last few weeks, and after waking up and feeling icky yesterday I decided to play it safe and take the day off (I’m thinking now it’s allergies but jury is still out). While I’m a bit skeptical that chicken soup is the cure-all it purports…
Monthly Archives: October 2009
Penny Pinching Tip #2: Cooking for Numero Uno
I find that cooking (or baking) is quite cathartic after a long day at work. For this reason, I cook dinner for myself on a regular basis, at least 2-3 times per week, if not more. Cooking for one can be challenging. Many things don’t come out well when made in small batches, but who…
Pantry Raid: Potluck Rice Pilaf
This weekend I celebrated the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, during which many have a custom to eat their festive meals (lunch an dinner) in a sukkah. As not everyone has a sukkah, meals are usually quite large and done potluck style in order to share the costs of feeding lots of people. Potlucks are hard–you…
I Have a Crush on Sweet Potatoes
No joke. I am a huge fan of sweet potatoes, not only because they are delicious and filling, but also because they are packed with fiber, vitamins and nutrients. They have a highly versatile flavor profile and do well as sweet, savory, even spicy. My fave: baked sweet potato fries. It’s a minimalist recipe, but…
