So there's been a lot going on in the news lately what with the straw poll in Iowa, and Governor Perry entering the race for the Republican Nomination while Pawlenty drops out. The Texas Legislature approving massive slashes to the family planning budget (2/3s of the budget), and President Obama going on a three day … Continue reading Creme Brulee and a New School Year
Gluten Free
Carrot, Fennel, Red Onion Salad. And I have a Husband.
I made this salad. My husband loved it. Yep, that's right, my husband. He's pretty awesome. He's this nice guy I talked about before. Now he's a nice husband. Our wedding was wonderful. I felt so blessed to have such loving family and friends come and see us. More so, I felt lucky that this … Continue reading Carrot, Fennel, Red Onion Salad. And I have a Husband.
Chocolate Walnut Cookies (Gluten Free!)
As promised, here's what to do with the whites left over from the Raspberry White Balsamic Fruit Tart: make some gluten free cookies! I have always been raised to not waste things. Peeling Potatoes and carrots? Use the skins to make a tasty veggie broth! Really hungry? Don't load up your plate, go for seconds! … Continue reading Chocolate Walnut Cookies (Gluten Free!)
No-Bake Cheesecake (Gluten Free!)
Seriously. This is amazing. I usually don't eat my desserts, I give them away. Um, I ate this one. All of it. Well, no, I shared it with my mom. Kind of...it was so tasty. And oh my...the almond crust was so much better than any regular crust. I am really trying to do a … Continue reading No-Bake Cheesecake (Gluten Free!)
Besan (Indian Chickpea Curry, Gluten Free)
So the great thing about being home--amazing Indian food. There's nothing like what Mom makes. No Indian restaurant can compare...although that makes sense since most Indian restaurants are have north Indian cuisine. Actually it's really interesting--the different regions of India have lots of different types of cuisine. The ones represented in restaurants are usually north … Continue reading Besan (Indian Chickpea Curry, Gluten Free)
Coconut Macroons! (Gluten Free)
Ever since coming home, I have focused more and more on gluten-free cooking. I have made a gluten-free pizza crust which was surprisingly good, some gluten free Indian foods, and other cool stuff. But for … Continue reading Coconut Macroons! (Gluten Free)
Chocolate Sprinkle Rice Krispies
My city is surprisingly green. When you think Texas, you think cowboy hats, boots, and Clint Eastwood. We have most of those things (sans Mr. Eastwood), but there are parts of this diverse state that are totally green, and my area is one of them. It's lush, while being hot, humid and muggy. Which is … Continue reading Chocolate Sprinkle Rice Krispies
Chard Gratin: the healthy/creamy dinner
So I told a friend a while ago that I'd post this recipe, so here goes. T- and I decided to do a CSA (community supported agriculture) this winter season. I read about it over winter break and thought, neat! We eat basically all organic anyways, we try and eat in season, it'd be nice … Continue reading Chard Gratin: the healthy/creamy dinner
A British Breakfast
Arguably the easiest international breakfast ever. A few weekends ago, T- and I went over to a friend's house in Austin. She and her boyfriend had this lovely apartment near 6th street, and we enjoyed ourselves very much As a mid-afternoon snack on our second day there, our lovely yet tiny hostess suggested beans and … Continue reading A British Breakfast
The Clumsy Cook 