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Mashed Squash

The other day I shared with you a way to prepare spaghetti squash, one of the many winter squashes. I also received a kabocha squash from my CSA, and this time I wasn’t really sure what to do with it b/c I had never made it before! It sort of l (read full article)

Hearty Baked Tomato Rice with Meatloaf and Egg

posted August 13, 2010 in Juicy Fresh Bites

Baked egg, rice and meatloaf…you must be wondering how these three components can fit together right? Oh, let me tell you just how well they complement each other to create a seriously delicious dish! Ever since I learned the technique of making (read full article)

Celebrate Eat Local Month

posted August 12, 2010 in Simply Clean

August just so happens to be Eat Local Month. So, in honor of this wonderful occasion Allan and I enjoyed the following delightful salads for supper. Not all of the ingredients were local to MN, but some of the veggies were grown by our friends and (read full article)

Spicy Miso Pork Ramen Noodles

posted August 06, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

Yesterday I had one of those days where nothing got done. Actually, let me rephrase that.  Things got done, just not the things on any of my “To Do” lists.  It was one of those days where both of the girls seemed to b (read full article)

Ichigo Condensed Milk Kakigori—Strawberry Condensed Milk Japanese Shaved Ice

posted August 04, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

Kakigori (Japanese shaved ice) is a popular summer treat that we looked forward to eating when we lived in Japan. When we were in Tokyo last month we spent a day in the Azabu Juban area visiting some of our favorite spots.  After (read full article)

Sicilian Panelle

posted July 31, 2010 in I SICILIAN

Panelle Panelle stands are as popular in Sicily as, hot dog stands, in the US. You can quickly grab a Panini and Panelle as you are walking down the street and hunger pain attacks. But sometimes you will grab a sandwich with panelle just because tha (read full article)

Chilled Soba, Avocado, & Grapefruit Salad

posted July 23, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

“Summer is the time when one sheds one’s tensions with one’s clothes, and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit. A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief that all’s righ (read full article)

Japanese Strawberry Shortcake

posted July 22, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

The Japanese do some amazing things with cake and pastry. They have embraced many Western desserts and made them uniquely their own in many ways. I love a good Japanese sponge cake—moist, light and airy, and not overly sweet (read full article)

CEiMB: Pesto Potato Salad & a Garden Update

posted July 21, 2010 in Danica\'s Daily

Happy Tuesday all!  I have another delicious Pesto & Pesto Potato Salad Recipe for you all today courtesy of one of my favorite Craving Ellie in My Belly Chefs, Liz of the Not So Skinny Kitchen.  But, more on that in a (read full article)

Sinigang na Baboy (Pork in Tamarind Soup)

If you ask any native Filipino about their favorite dish, I bet, if not all, at least a majority will say "SINIGANG". Many tourists may find it a little bit exotic, but it has gained popularity among expats as they eventually learned to love this dis (read full article)

Japanese Chicken Katsu Recipe

Chicken Katsu is the recipe came from Japan, Katsu chicken was very popular and delicious with a flavor that is very simple and easy to make. Ingredients: 1 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 egg garlic powder lime juice (lime) bread crumb cooking o (read full article)

Friday Foodstuffs 7.16.10: The Obon Festival at Seabrook- A Cultural Celebration and A Triumph Over a National Travesty

There are bigger festivals and events that I could talk about this weekend, but this one means so much more. The one I'm referring to is the Obon Memorial Folk Dance Festival that will be taking place on Saturday starting at 5PM. There will be food (read full article)

Friday Foodstuffs 7.16.10: The Obon Festival at Seabrook- A Cultural Celebration and A Triumph Over a National Travesty

There are bigger festivals and events that I could talk about this weekend, but this one means so much more. The one I'm referring to is the Obon Memorial Folk Dance Festival that will be taking place on Saturday starting at 5PM. There will be food (read full article)

Kaki Zosui—Oyster and Rice Soup

posted July 12, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

I’m a huge fan of oysters.  Not only are they delicious, but I think they are a whole lot of fun to shuck, once you get the hang of it.  Oysters are also a highly sustainable seafood choice, and the next stop on our sustaina (read full article)

LFM Family Bites Recipe Collection on Foodbuzz

posted July 08, 2010 in La Fuji Mama

I always love getting an ingredient and being asked to come up with a recipe.  Oftentimes the result is something I might never have thought of before.  At the end of last year I received a box of products from Newman’s Own a (read full article)

Spicy Nori Popcorn Seasoning - Recipe

posted July 06, 2010 in Herbivoracious

Spicy nori furikake seasoning for popcorn I apologize that it has been a little quiet here at the veg shed, and it probably will be hit and miss for the next few weeks, as family priorities and enjoying the summer take precedence over late night bl (read full article)

Martha Stewart’s Black Forest Cupcakes

posted July 02, 2010 in La Mia Vita Dolce

Happy Belated Canada Day and Happy Early 4th of July everyone!  The Canada Day celebrations were in full force yesterday.  There were quite a few firework displays happening in the city.  I didn’t have to go too far, I had the perfect view f (read full article)

Martha Stewart’s Tiny Cherry & Almond Tea Cakes

posted June 30, 2010 in La Mia Vita Dolce

Martha Stewart’s Cupcakes recipe book has quickly become one of my favourites and I am so happy I added it to my bookshelf.  It is chock full of tips and techniques and provides so much inspiration. It’s one of the best recipe books I&# (read full article)

Vegetables Stir-fried

posted June 30, 2010 in Authentic Curry Recipes

Ingredients * 4 oz. fresh green beans * 2 carrots * 1 sweet red or yellow bell pepper, seeded * 1/2 small cauliflower, in small florets * 1 large broccoli stalk in small florets * 2 Tbsp. canola oil * 1 red onion, thinly sliced * 3 garlic clo (read full article)

Red Bean and Couscous Salad

posted June 29, 2010 in Yum in Tum

I think I've mentioned before that P really hates the smaller, Moroccan couscous. Luckily for me, P's not here. I was poking through my pantry, amazed by how organised it can be while still managing to obscure things I haven't seen in ages. Like thos (read full article)

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