Category Archives: Recipes

Fried Rice Delight

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

I have a very large wok. It’s a little too big for me to handle. It’s a great wok though and I feel sad for it that it doesn’t get much use, so last week I dusted off the top, … Continue reading →

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Carrots Part III: Carrot and Raisin Salad

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

And then I still had more shredded carrots. I had no more eggs. I had no more almonds. I did have more raisins. Make this for a super simple snack or as a refreshing side. Ooh- this would be a … Continue reading →

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The Great Carrot Debate Part I: Oh Alice, You’ve Done It Again

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

What does one do with pounds and pounds of carrots in the house? Last week we had about 30 pounds of carrots (it’s an estimate, yes) leftover at the office from our farmers’ market. I brought 1 bunch home. By … Continue reading →

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Frittata with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, and Green Onions

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

My friend Joy (yes, the very one of joyfulinthekitchengarden) who lives up the street came over to hang out after work one night and neither of us had quite enough food for dinner, but together we had enough to make … Continue reading →

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And for dessert: Orange Almond Cake

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

I made this cake a little over a year ago at the office for someone’s birthday who doesn’t do gluten or dairy and prefers agave to sugar. For that version I used Elana’s Pantry and it was indeed delicious. I … Continue reading →

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Oranges, olives, and fennel, oh my! (Or The Neighborhood Table Continued)

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

I used to hate when my mom put an orange in my lunch for school. Even when she scored the top for easy peeling, I still felt like I was getting juice all over my face and hands and what … Continue reading →

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The Neighborhood Table: Red Wine Braised Short Ribs over Mashed Potato and Cauliflower

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

Oh what fun! I started Saturday night with the browning of the meat, then let it cook on the stove-top for just over an hour before I needed to sleep (it was 1am alright?). I stuck the pots in the … Continue reading →

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The Neighborhood Table: The Menu

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

I did my shopping this morning at the farmers’ market downtown and bought as much as I could from there before heading to Central Market tonight for the rest. I found my balsamic vinegar at Texas Olive Ranch and I’ll … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Goodness

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

Rule #1: Always attempt to bring something homemade to a potluck. Rule #2: Sweet potatoes always sound appealing. Rule #3: If a friend gives you produce from her garden, you can never allow it to go bad. When nothing else … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

In my quest for a good gluten free cupcake, I came upon many obstacles. Again I tried simply substituting GF flour for the real thing. Fail. I tried ones with chick pea flour that I did NOT like, and almond … Continue reading →

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