Long ago, I ran across a television show called the “Naked Chef.” Unfortunately, the title did not live up to my initial expectations. I mean I know it is dangerous to cook without any clothes. Don’t ask me how I know this bit of wisdom; just take my word for it. But I do…
Grits Beans and Greens
“I remember as a child, all the happiness and smiles, that flowed around my grandma’s Sunday table…” Jimmy Buffet, Creola. Growing up in the South, my first introduction to true Southern cooking was watching my grandmother in the kitchen. She was an amazing Southern cook. There were no recipes, no measurements, just cooking by what…
Vegan Gyros
Is there anything better on this planet than the Ronco Rotisserie? Okay, maybe the Pocket Fisherman is a better all-around invention: certainly more portable. But I argue that “Set It and Forget It” is an ingenious example of American ingenuity. There is just something mesmerizing about rotating meat. But wait a minute, this is a…
Nicoise Salad
Let’s say you are the sausage king of Chicago, Abe Froman. After being hassled by the maître’d of Chez Quis, you finally get your table. Now what should you order for lunch? You could have the pancreas. I have been told that it is delicious. But you probably had pancreas for lunch yesterday. You…
Beans and Rice Bowl
“No meat in this?” – Clark Griswold from Vacation “You get plenty of meat at home. Be polite. Have some ketchup.” – Ellen Griswold from Vacation Yes, and just like Hamburger Helper, this recipe does just fine by itself. In fact, I will say that every time I make this dish, I can rarely eat…
Black Bean Burgers
Beans are a staple in many a vegan pantry. They are cheap (last can I bought was less than a buck and dried beans are even cheaper). They are full of fiber, protein, carbs and other awesome things that are good for you. Don’t believe me? Just Google the nutritional value of beans and prepare…