FFWD: Spiced-Poached Apples

You start with ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen...Love that!!!

Poach everything.  I may have added too little water.  I halved the recipe.

Putting mine aside to enjoy later.

The recipe is in Dorie Greenspan's Around My French Table.  Check out other versions at http://www.frenchfridayswithdorie.com/?p=1204

food matters project: Edamame Cakes with Soy Drizzling Sauce

Whoops, I bought the shelled edamame. Well I took the time to read the recipe again while I shelled the edamame. OK,I was a little hesitant to make the recipe for this week because it reminded me of the FAILED chickpea cakes that disintegrated when they hit the oil.

So I was glad to see egg and flour are added, this should keep the cake from breaking up when it hits the oil.

My husband was planning on steaming Ling Cod in his ginger-garlic-soy steaming broth. Perfect for the edamame cakes.  He also steamed a few pork-corn dumplings...mmm!

A nice cold Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc made a nice accompaniment with our dinner.

This recipe was great and I had everything I needed without going to the store.  Yay!!!

To see other versions check out The Food Matters Project for the recipe go to Kathleen and Tom's blog!

FFWD: Minted Zucchini Tagliatelle with cucumber and lemon

I was so happy to find an alternative way to enjoy zucchini. I have to admit, RAW zucchini...not a fan. However, after squeezing the Meyer lemon on the zucchini, adding the mint, cucumbers, red onion and letting it "cook" in the refrigerator for and hour..."voila!" Delicious! The recipe is in Dorie Greenspan's Around My French Table. For other versions go to http://www.frenchfridayswithdorie.com/?p=1172 http://tuesdayswithdorie.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/bakingwithjulia.jpg

the food matters project: brown arroz caldo with bok choy and chicken

The gang at The Food Matters Project is suppose to be working on Crisp Rice Cakes with Stir-Fried Vegetables and Chicken. OK, I have the same ingredients, but put it together a little differently. The weather has cooled a bit here and I'm in the mood for some comfort food...arroz caldo is my favorite comfort food and I have learned to make it in a slow cooker. For the real recipe, check Mark Bittman's The Food Matters Cookbook or go to http://thefoodmattersproject.com/2012/08/27/crisp-rice-cakes-with-stir-fried-vegetables-chicken/ and check the other versions.

FFWD: Nectarine Melba

OK, I've kept up with all the recipes, but I haven't posted this month. The tomato-cheese tartlet was a big hit at our friend's BBQ...sadly, no pictures to prove it. The scallops were also delicious and perfect with the warm weather we were having. The carrot salad went great with the chicken we grilled...again, not picture, no post. So, before it's too late. Here's my Necatrine Melba. I will make this again and use Peach, like I'm suppose to, but I just bought a 5 pound box of nectarines, so I just couldn't resist. Oh so yummy. I opted for vanilla greek yogurt instead of ice cream. I have the recipe on my IPad, but you can find it in Dorie Greenspan's Around My French Table. For other versions go to http://www.frenchfridayswithdorie.com/?p=1147#comments

FMP: Greek "Nachos" with Feta Drizzle

Start with the drizzle...super easy, really! OK, Greek yogurt, feta, mint, olive oil, lemon juice and lemon zest...blitz. Add salt and pepper...done. In between making the drizzle and toasting the pita chips, I took the extra mint and made myself a perfect Mojito!!! I served the "oh so delicious" Greek Nachos with Grilled Rosemary-Garlic Chicken...mmmmm! The recipe can be found in Mark Bittman's The Food Matters Cookbook. Download it to your Ipad, like I did, or go to http://joinmefordinner.wordpress.com/2012/08/20/greek-nachos-with-feta-drizzle/ To see other versions, go to http://thefoodmattersproject.com/2012/08/20/greek-nachos-with-feta-drizzle/#comments

the food matters project: corn-avocado salad (with a little something on top)

I really enjoyed this recipe, especially now that produce is looking so great from the Farmer's Market. The flavors are fresh and light, perfect for the warm weather we are finally experiencing here in the Northwest. The recipe can be found in Mark Bittman's The Food Matters Cookbook (buy it or borrow mine) or by going to Jenn's blog http://vanillalemon.com/2012/07/16/the-french-laundry-gardens-corn-avocado-salad/ To see the other versions, go to http://thefoodmattersproject.com/2012/07/16/corn-avocado-salad-with-a-little-something-seared-on-top/ Hope you like it!!!