Tag Archives: italian
Eggplant Parmesan
Believe it or not, I’m not a huge fan of eggplant. It seems weird, given that I love most vegetables, but eggplant has always been on my “meh” list. I think it has to do with the texture. I like … Continue reading
Homemade Tomato Sauce
Last week, I was lucky enough to get a complimentary shipment of tomatoes from Tony’s Family Farms. I interviewed Tony, a local farmer and produce supplier, for a story I was writing and the next day he showed up with … Continue reading
Slow Cooker Ribollita
I haven’t used my slow cooker a lot this winter. I think part of the reason is because I spend most of my spare time making cookies and bread. Another reason is that I’ve been into quick, healthy-ish dinners that … Continue reading
Dimanche (That Means Sunday)
Welcome to this edition of Dimanche (That Means Sunday), a roundup of things that caught my eye this past week. January is my least favorite month. It’s cold, the weather is unpredictable (at least in St. Louis), and so there … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Open Face Caprese with Union Loafers Baguette
Sometimes, it’s about the simple things in life. That’s what yesterday night’s dinner taught me. I went to Union Loafers for lunch yesterday and on my way out, I bought a baguette. I thought about just slicing it up and … Continue reading
Baked Eggs on Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
I’ve been on a baked eggs kick lately. First, there was the best baked eggs I’ve ever tasted in my life. Then, I attempted a weird marinara version that I will probably never repeat. Last night I made these eggs, … Continue reading
Passover Recipes for the Carb-Addicted
Passover has always been one of my favorite holidays. For those of you who don’t know, Passover is the celebration of the Jewish people’s exodus from slavery in Egypt. To commemorate this occassion, we have a “Seder,” or service, in … Continue reading
