Adapted from The New Laurel’s Kitchen (1986) by Laurel Flinders, Carol Robertson, and Bronwen Godfrey. Tamale Pie is a vegetarian dish that doesn't result in feelings of deprivation among meat-eaters. If you choose to use canned beans, remember that each can contains … [Read more...]
Big Bowls of Beans & Rice Plus
Of course you can't duplicate the experience of sitting under the seagrape and mangrove trees on Meads Beach in Anguilla at Blanchards Beach Shack, but you can enjoy an approximation of a Blanchards Big Bowl at home. The Beach Shack menu advertises "a full meal in a … [Read more...]
Nachos
When you arrive home from a long day (or perhaps two long days and a long night), sometimes nachos and a brewski call your name. This adaptable recipe is from Cooks Illustrated. Of course nachos are healthier with salsa and guacamole. But if you just want chips and … [Read more...]
Mushroom Enchiladas
Adapted from Blue Apron's delicious recipe. See Chicken Enchiladas for the meat version. 12 flour tortillas 1 cup long-grain white rice such as Uncle Ben's 28-ounce can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated 12 ounces mixed … [Read more...]
Chicken Enchiladas
Adapted from Blue Apron's delicious recipe for Mushroom Enchiladas. You can make Corona and Lime Shredded Mexican Chicken in a slow cooker for this and other dishes. Or you can use other fillings instead of chicken...crab is especially delicious, cooked ground beef … [Read more...]