Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Shrimp”
Egg rolls fall into that category of food I find far too intimidating to tackle. Outside of the steady and practiced hand required to assemble these perfect little packages, my complete lack of familiarity with the flavors and seasonings of Chinese cuisine left me feeling unsure of where to start. After a fair amount of practice rolling spring rolls (find …
Perhaps my recent posts have been a bit off-theme for this time of year. After all, Braised Chicken with Spinach and Couscous and Foxhollow Farm Shepherd’s Pie don’t exactly scream light and healthy which, come January one, is de rigueur. Healthy eating can take on such an unhealthy dress however, and I find myself in rebellion January after January. I …
There aren’t many ingredients that don’t respond well to roasting in the oven. After watching Ina Garten roast a number of items, including shrimp, I was sold. It’s one of the best ways to maintain the rich, natural flavors of food and at the same time take it to new heights. Shrimp is a perfect example of this technique transforming …
Risotto is one of those dishes that seemed far beyond my reach when I first started teaching myself to cook. After much thought and recipe reading, I rolled up my sleeves and gave it a go. To my pleasant surprise it was actually a very simple and relaxing encounter! Risotto, like many other recipes, takes patience. It insists that …
