Category Archives: grains

Herbed Meatball Hoagie

Posted on August 19, 2010 by

There’s nothing like having friends who are creative in the kitchen.  We get to bounce meal ideas off each other, and ultimately get out of our cooking ruts by learning something new.  Phi, Karen, and Judy come to mind when … Continue reading →

Posted in grains, main entree, sandwiches | 7 Comments

Lemon and Saffron Basmati Rice

Posted on December 6, 2009 by

Excuse me as I crawl out from underneath that rock I’ve been hiding under since Thanksgiving!  I’m back and breathing!  This past week has been quite hectic, and full of go-to meals that I usually make when I’m too busy … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin-Walnut Muffins

Posted on October 31, 2009 by

Happy Halloween everyone!  I heart pumpkin season.  You’ve got pumpkin seeds, pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin custard…sorry, now I’m sounding like Bubba in Forrest Gump, rambling on about shrimp.  Anyways, you get the idea. This recipe is something … Continue reading →

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Xoi Vo – Vietnamese Sticky Rice with Mung Beans

Posted on October 22, 2009 by

Xoi vo (pronunciation: soy vah) basically means sticky rice that’s been rolled through your hands.  It’s Vietnamese comfort food to me, of the simplest form.  There’s tons of different ways to make xoi (sticky rice).  You can add yellow or … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Penne with Mushrooms and Wilted Arugula

Posted on September 28, 2009 by

A few weeks ago, our friends Phi and Michael came to Hawaii for their one-year wedding anniversary (yay!).  They came bearing gifts, of which included a bag of goodies from Trader Joe’s, my favorite store for gourmet treats.  In my … Continue reading →

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