Jittery Cook needs your support in a Lentil Recipe Revelations Challenge. There are two ways you can help (Contest closes March 19, 2012): This recipe will be judged for appeal, taste, creativity, simplicity and popularity. If Italian Sausage and Lentil Stew garners comments from all the Jittery Cook subscribers, you could collectively make it happen. So,…
Archives for February 2012
Blueberry Gin Duck – Bottoms Up!
Years ago, when border crossing wasn’t the challenging activity that it is today I managed to get arrested sneaking across. It was an unmarked border crossing with a small, insignificant sign stating that it was necessary to report to Derby Line. I had never heard of Derby Line and didn’t think that whoever wrote the…
Curried Butternut Squash Soup – Something Bright and Beautiful!
I can hardly wait for March. Spring will be a relief, but the new film, “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel“, looks fantastic. Director John Madden engaged Tom Wilkinson, Maggie Smith, Judi Dench, Bill Nighy and Dev Patel to star in a comedy about British retirees who move to India to live out their golden years and find that their new home is a dilapidated hotel. I…
Waldorf Chicken Salad – Not Your Grandma’s
You are witnessing a transformation. Don’t worry, I’ll always keep the jittery moniker, but I’m starting to feel like a Miss Fix-it—knowing taste by what I read in print, understanding how to configure recipes to bring out the best in them. Rest assured: You can always count on me to cut fat, sugar and salt,…
Broccoli Sweet Onion Pecan Salad – Tossed with Orecchiette and Feta
This recipe is too good. I can’t remember the last time I ate about half a broccoli in one sitting. I saw enough broccoli and cauliflower growing up for a lifetime of good health and no longer feel the need to eat much of either, in their plain, steamed, circa 1960’s state, that is. In…
Bliss Balls – So Sweet for Valentine’s Day!
Here’s why you will love Bliss Balls: They contain Brazil nuts, which you really need to have selenium. Don’t forget that! They contain carob powder, which is like chocolate but has three times the amount of calcium and no caffeine. They contain honey, which tastes great, and contains vitamins and minerals. They contain tahini, super healthy…