Dig in (Phrasal verb): 1. To delve into 2. To begin to eat heartily 3. To begin work with great determination
Simply roasted eggplant dip with olive oil, fresh lemon juice and caramelized onions makes a great appetizer with crunchy vegetables and pita chips. One of my favorite cookbook authors, Claudia Roden, calls it “poor man’s caviar”. In her book, Simple Mediterranean Cookery, Claudia describes this dip as the most popular way to eat eggplant all […]
A few weeks ago, my book club met before dinner, drinking wine and nibbling on dips like this Spicy Spinach Artichoke Dip. A great addition to the usual cheese and crackers, it’s a delicious appetizer or centerpiece surrounded by crackers, baguette slices and raw veggies. Vary the ingredients to suit your taste: Use lower fat versions […]
Ready made crescent rolls are the magic ingredient in this Easy Italian Bread. This three ingredient recipe comes my friend and cookbook author Holly Clegg’s latest cookbook, Kitchen 101, Secrets to Cooking Confidence. And thanks to Holly, today I’m giving away a signed copy of  Kitchen 101! To enter the giveaway: 1. Leave a comment […]
Greek Meatballs in Tangy Tomato Sauce make a great appetizer, game day snack or dinner entree. Filled with rice instead of breadcrumbs, these meatballs, called Keftethes, are a tasty gluten free entree that you can make ahead, uncooked and refrigerate for a few days or freeze for up to a month. For a low carb option, just […]
