Archive for November, 2008
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Dessert | no comment »
These were probably some of the best cookies that I’ve ever made. I was very happy with them, and I think I’m figuring out what levels of cinnamon I can eat. (I have a slight allergy.) These were so yummy that I ended up making another batch the following week.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
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Tags: all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, cloves, cookie, egg, oats, raisins, recipe, sugar, vanilla
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
Both Jason and I think this dish is spicy enough, but not flavorful enough. Gretchen thought it was beyond perfect. But overall, it was pretty good. Plus, it’s a quick meal to make if you marinate the tofu in advance. (I ended up making a batch of cookies while I was waiting.)

Basil Tofu in Coconut-Curry Sauce
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Tags: basil, chili powder, coconut milk, cornstarch, curry powder, ginger, jalapeno pepper, olive oil, onion, pepper, recipe, salt, Thai cuisine, tofu
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
Unfortunately, this dish didn’t come out as well as I thought it would. It was way too salty. Next time, I’d cut the salt completely from the dish. I’m also not so sure how I feel about really meat-intensive dishes, even if it was fake meat.

Upside Down Ravioli
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Tags: boca burger, egg, Italian cuisine, jumbo pasta shells, marinara sauce, nutmeg, olive oil, onion, Parmesan cheese, pepper, recipe, salt, spinach
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
I love Thai food, and I’m always trying to make Thai dishes, despite not having very much success. Edible yes, but ending up more American than Thai. (This is what I get by being spoiled with good Thai food and my friend Nares who’s done an excellent job at giving me an education in this with the added bonus of being able to order most dishes without fearing mispronunciations.)
I’m also proud to say that this is really the first Erica-original recipe I’ve done. And it’s awesome.

Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry
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Tags: basil, black rice vinegar, carrot, cornstarch, Jasmine rice, onion, peanut oil, recipe, soy sauce, sweet Thai chili sauce, Thai cuisine, tofu, zucchini
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
These are extremely yummy and healthy for you. Way healthier than say nachos from a bar. This is based on a recipe from The Better Homes and Gardens: The New Cookbook. Unfortunately, I didn’t take pictures before they were devoured by me while I was watching House.
Lentil and Veggie Nachos
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Tags: carrot, cumin, lentils, Mexican cuisine, mozzarella cheese, onion, recipe, salt, tomato, tortilla chips, water, zucchini
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
No, this is not the kind that comes in a box. This is the homemade kind. I’m slowly convincing Jason to love it.

From Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
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Tags: American cuisine, bread crumbs, buttermilk, cayenne, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, elbow macaroni, milk, mustard, nutmeg, onion, Parmesan cheese, pepper, recipe, salt
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Dessert | no comment »
Also for Jason’s birthday, I broke down and made a cake. I almost ended up not making it when I knocked my mixer’s large glass bowl off the counter and it crashed on the floor, breaking into a thousand pieces. I guess it was better that I didn’t have anything in the mixer yet…

This cake came out really well. It’s very moist and delicious. The original recipe is from Favorite Brand Name’s Cake Mix.
Flower Power Strawberry Cake
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Tags: cake, cake mix, egg, gelatin, recipe, vegetable oil, whip cream, yogurt
Nov 16th, 2008 Posted in Main Dish | no comment »
Okay, I know this is my portfolio, marketing, prosumer blog; however, I thought I’d branch it out a little into something I’m learning to love or loving to learn: cooking. I’m a vegetarian with a host of food allergies and have sometimes felt that food has been an upwards struggle throughout my life.
Last week was Jason’s 28th birthday and on Monday, I made him his favorite dish, manicotti. The following recipe is a mix from Golden Grain’s box, Jason’s mother, and my own improvisation.
Cheese Manicotti
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Tags: basil, Italian cuisine, manicotti, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, parsley, recipe, ricotta cheese, salt