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Travel Eats – Jack Quinn

Travel Eats – Jack Quinn

Jack Quinn’s snug Irish pub in Colorado Springs evokes a sense of warmth and familiarity at the first visit. It is a haven inside a busy room away from a busy city. Warm lighting, good service, and a feeling of contentment. The decor echoes the […]

in search of

in search of

Searching for the “holy grail” in food items involves seeking the perfect combination of flavors, textures in experiencing a product. While it is ideal chocolate with chili, perfect cuppa’ coffee the quest for gastronomic satisfaction is driven by desire to find that elusive delight. Today […]

Travel Eats – Old Chicago Pizza on Friday

Travel Eats – Old Chicago Pizza on Friday

Exploring different cuisines during travel is a adventure. This Friday I am on the search for comfort and consistency. Having a familiar flavor and reliable dish when on the road. Savoring a well -done pizza brings satisfaction. Old Chicago’s Chicago 7 single serving adds consistent golden crunch to the satisfaction. we have the same culinary constraints criteria, what on the plate, how is the atmosphere in the restaurant and how is the service. Top marks on all 3 items and a travel eats delightful journey..

Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Traveling in Omaha, one can find a variety of delights. I still look for the 3 main criteria: what’s on the plate, atmosphere in the restaurant and service. We tried the classic Steakhouse in Old Market arts district. Omaha Prime is an upscale dining experience […]

Notes from the Garden – Lists

Notes from the Garden – Lists

lists are invaluable tools for for efficient preparation. Starting out with Key items and breaking them down for clarity. This list is ingredients of productivity and preparation for service Fish Baked Bass with Cucumber and Cashew Sauce Baked Fish garden Style Orange Butter Sauce Asparagus […]

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Bean Sprout Salad

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Bean Sprout Salad

Note from the garden -Bean Sprout Salad.

Bean Sprout salad is a light and refreshing dish that brings a crunchy texture and another garden nutritional benefit to the table. Packed with vitamins and minerals, beansprouts salad offers a crisp bite.

Bean Sprout Salad

mama
Note from the garden
Course Salad
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounce Bean Sprouts
  • 4 ounces Chopped Scallion
  • 5 ounces Rice Vinegar
  • 1 Tsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 tsp chopped ginger
  • 1 sweet and Low

Instructions
 

  • rinse the bean sprouts under cold water
  • drip off all liquids well
  • place in a bowl and mix with scallions, vinegar, soy sauce, chopped garlic and sweet and low.
  • marinate for 2 hours
  • serve chilled on a leaf of lettuce and a wedge of tomato
Keyword vegetables
GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Baked Halibut with Tomato and Bay Shrimp

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Baked Halibut with Tomato and Bay Shrimp

Quick notes from the Garden. Baked Halibut is a delectable dish that showcases the delicate flavor and flaky texture of this white fish. Seasoned with Chili powder and lemon, the halibut is then baked to perfection, creating a moist result. Served with watercress shrimp and […]

Shells & Sauce

Shells & Sauce

Shells and Sauce is a great find. It is an Italian Bistro around the nestled the neighborhood around the corner from the Denver Botanical Garden – in the heart of Congress Park. We had stopped in after the lights at the Botanical Garden. The Neighborhood […]

Corn Bread

Corn Bread

Quick Corn Bread is a side accompaniment for Hoppin John on new years day.

Corn Bread

Corn Bread as a side for Hoppin' Johns
Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course baking
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 Cup Enriched Corn Meal
  • 1 1/4 Cups All purpose Flour
  • 1/4 Cup Sugar
  • 2 Tea Baking powder
  • 1/2 Tea Salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable Oil

Instructions
 

  • preheat the oven to 400F
  • Blend the dry into the mixing bowl
  • add the liquid and stir until the dry ingredients are wet.
  • pour into a greased pan and bake for 20 minutes. (until done)
  • serve warm
Keyword One Pot Dish
Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin’ Johns is a traditional Southern dish that Mama puts together on New Years Day. It is steeped in tradition. The black eye peas look forward, rice and pork symbolizing luck and prosperity for the coming year. additionally – the peas represent coins, rice prosperity. […]