Category Archives: Seafood

Squid Stuffed with Farro and Zucchini(contains gluten)

Posted on May 25, 2018 by

(I do provide gluten-free alternatives below.)  PS, I inadvertently posted something not yet ready for prime time…. So this is today’s post, instead.  Apologies!   Farro is a type of wheat derived from Emmer wheat, an ancient type of wheat … Continue reading →

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Pan Fried Skate Wings and Ramps on a Bed of Salad

Posted on May 12, 2018 by

I reported on skate wings once before. They are a cartilaginous fish that lay eggs (in a hard case for protection), and there are over 150 species.  I have no idea if they are all edible, or any idea what … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Creole: Mussels, Andouille, Okra, Rice

Posted on February 9, 2018 by

For Mardi Gras (February 13, 2018).    So many seasonal times up-and-coming!  And my computer being on the fritz hasn’t helped much… yesterday’s Valentine’s salad was supposed to be posted this past Tuesday, and today’s Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) post … Continue reading →

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A Heart’s Salad for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 8, 2018 by

Reluctantly, I squelched the notion of making a salad with chicken hearts for the occasion.  I mean, I’d be overjoyed to eat such a dish, but others, perhaps not so much… Instead, here’s a great Valentine’s Day salad using shrimp … Continue reading →

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Cookbook Season: Some Good Basics, Part III

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

Don’t worry, there’s only one more post to come regarding this theme!  Alas, it has to wait until 2018… Today I’ll review the other two James Peterson books in my collection, FISH AND SHELLFISH, and SAUCES. Sooooo… let’s hit up … Continue reading →

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The Australian Finger Lime (Paired with Scallops)

Posted on November 25, 2017 by

Just a Sample, folks – I ate this for a noon snack on Thanksgiving, before going over to a Thanksgiving Dinner that would start at two, presumably.  Taking a little edge off the desire for lunch, and something healthy, before … Continue reading →

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Squid Stuffed With Seafood (and Some Veggies)

Posted on November 17, 2017 by

I like food challenges, as long as they’re not of the ilk of “Combine Ritz crackers with Marshmallow Fluff and hazelnuts, and show us your dish”, which is what a lot of Chopped seems to be.  Indeed, I like to … Continue reading →

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