Let me begin by saying that I have no idea who Mrs. Kirby is. Actually, that’s not true–I do have an idea. She was my great-grandmother’s neighbor when she lived on 8th Street in Philadelphia in the 1950’s. Legend has it that Mrs. Kirby made the best clam chowder in town, but she held the recipe close to her …
Seafood
We all know that avocados are the best. They’re soft. They’re creamy. They’re loaded with good fat. Their pure deliciousness can enhance a wide range of dishes. But what happens when the avocado itself becomes the dish? Good things. There’s more than one way to stuff an avocado; these salmon stuffed avocados are just one example. It involves a deceptively …
Some people might think of barramundi as the “poor man’s sea bass.” Its relatively low price tag, however, can be a bit deceiving. For a white-fleshed fish it is extremely high in omega-3s, nearing levels found in Coho salmon but containing only half the calories. The fish has also been touted for its sustainability and low levels of …
Jacques Pépin is one of my kitchen heroes. I picked up some really great techniques by watching his various shows on PBS. I’m still enamored by the way he wields that tiny little chef’s knife, tearing through piles onions in mere seconds. Also, Jacques has no use for tongs. I swear I’ve seen him stick his bare …
This easy shrimp curry recipe can make it to the dinner table in under 30 minutes. Serve it with cauliflower rice for a quick and healthy Paleo and Whole30 weeknight meal. Fact: I have never encountered a curry that I didn’t like. Coconut shrimp curry, however, is a curry that I simply love. Juicy shrimp, …