Flatbread and Winery Dogs

This is going to be about my flatbread adventures but first, I want to share the recent winery adventure that inspired these tasty meals. We recently spent some quality time in Springfield, Illinois. Our long weekend was filled with soaking up history, all things Lincoln, and discovering a Frank Lloyd Wright gem. All of this… Continue reading Flatbread and Winery Dogs

What’s On Hand Pasta

The dog days of summer seem to have arrived a bit early this year. It is hot and humid and the occasional showers make it all the more hot and humid. Being out in this kind of weather no longer thrills me. At times I find myself “Summer Hibernating.”  Sometimes that means that I won’t… Continue reading What’s On Hand Pasta

Smoked Shrimp Tacos

Well, here in the Midwest we are anxiously awaiting something that resembles Summer. We have had a few brief interludes which have then been followed by rain, wind, and other assorted weather mayhem. I honestly don’t remember the last day that it didn’t rain at some point. However, neither rain, nor wind, nor other mayhem… Continue reading Smoked Shrimp Tacos

Cauliflower Mac & Cheese, Again.

Disclaimer: I confess that I have shared various recipes for Cauliflower Mac & Cheese over the years. That is because I really, really like it. This, as with the other versions, takes a slightly different path. You can check these and lots of other recipes out on my website: mamadskitchen.net. Even though spring is here,… Continue reading Cauliflower Mac & Cheese, Again.

All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup

  This easy soup uses Asian ingredients from several different countries. Soba Noodles from Japan, Fish Sauce from Vietnam, Soy Sauce from China and broth in a box that is Thai inspired. It’s rounded out with American Pork, and vegetables that are available in most any grocery store. Since this soup is literally all over… Continue reading All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup