The Mechanic CooksWhen I think of a versatile food, I think potatoes, I mean, there are unlimited ways to prepare them, and each of those ways they are delicious. But, the humble spud is more than that. It’s not just a side, it is also part of the main dish itself, like when added to a stew,…
I was at a friends house, and as usual, the conversation turned to food. He and his wife are originally from Brazil, and the food they eat is heavily influenced by their heritage. One of his favorite dishes is Moqueca, Brazilian fish stew. But cooked in a traditional style from the Brazilian state of Espirito…
Fish comes in many different varieties, and they’re all good. One of my favorites is swordfish, it’s a meaty fish, cooks like a steak in the pan or the grill. I don’t get to grill as much as I would like, apartment living doesn’t much allow for it. However, cooking in the pan works just…
For some reason, root vegetables seem to get a bad rap. I can’t understand why, they have delicious flavor, add color to a plate and they’re healthier than potatoes, rice or pasta. And, if you’re watching your weight, and who isn’t, some of them have a quarter of the carbs than the big three. This…
Lately chicken is a major player on my menu, mostly for nutritional reasons. However, there are about 20+ different cuts of beef, but, there’s only a fraction of that with chicken. What does this mean? Well, chicken dishes need a little more creativity to prevent boredom. Well, this one isn’t boring, it’s really good, read…
