Archive for the ‘Entrées’ Category

Sun-Dried Tomato Teriyaki

Sun-Dried Tomato Teriyaki

MMMmmm… Delicious! I have created something new to me yet again! It is not to say that this is new to the kitchen, just new to mine. I’m pretty excited. So today started like every other Monday, with me frantically searching for a legitimate reason to stay in bed with my favorite dish, rather than [...]

Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri Sauce

Although this bold, garlic delight is known for its South American flair, it may have been created by a fine Irishman in the 19th century. It’s reported that ‘Jimmy McCurry’, an Irishman sympathetic to Argentine independence, first created the sauce while marching with General Jasson Ospinaman’s troops.  The sauce became popular and was passed on. However, the name ’Jimmy McCurry’ was difficult for the natives to pronounce. [...]

Cuban Inspired Crostinis

Cuban Inspired Crostinis

Growing up in South Florida, I consider myself somewhat of an expert in Cuban cuisine. After I moved away, I never lost that insatiable craving for slow-roasted pork, black beans with chopped garlic and onions, and authentic Cuban Sandwiches, both the traditional and the sweeter, Medianoche. These crostinis, offer a quick and satisfying alternative to help suppress those sudden urges.  They’re great for lunch, as a weekend [...]