Category Archives: Recipes

Walnut Paté-ish

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

Once again I tasted something delicious at the store and decided to remake it my way at home: gluten-less, cheaper, and perhaps even tastier. I came home late one night, pulled out the trusty food processor and created this walnut … Continue reading →

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Thai Cucumber Salad

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

I was craving a little Tom Kha Gai and decided to make a side dish of sweet and slightly spicy cucumbers to go along with it. I’d say it was a success and had a nice cooling effect after eating … Continue reading →

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Real Live Blueberry Muffins

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

Once upon a time I lived in Japan and all I really wanted was a muffin. I’d find places called “Mr Donuts” and “Hot Cake Muffin” or “Big Poppa Cakes”. I’d see a muffin and I would buy it and … Continue reading →

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Carrot Cake Part Deux

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

I decided to try my hand at carrot cake again for the umpteenth time. I love this recipe. I made two layers on the Sunday prior to a cake and ice cream birthday party at my house. Making the cake … Continue reading →

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Mussels with Leeks and Smokey Paprika

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

Did you know that Bivalves must stay alive until the time you cook them or you can poison your eaters? True story. I’ve known this since I started liking mussels and clams and usually the fish people remind you as … Continue reading →

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Steamed Spinach and Chard with Roasted Beets, Walnuts, and Tzatziki

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

I had big plans for this little dish, but at the last minute I didn’t have enough time to make individual chard packages of warm goat cheese, so I went in a totally different direction. It’s way into beet season, … Continue reading →

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Sweet and Spicy Pepper Feta Spread

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

This was one of the many simple sides made during the Middle Eastern Feast. One of the great things about this side is that it acts as a shortcut to make several sides: overlap a few ingredients here and there … Continue reading →

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Cardamom Infused Pear and Sparkling Wine

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

Well, this may have been my favorite discovery of the whole Supper Club. I did the infusing the night before and then when people arrived, we poured their drinks as they sat down to mingle. I didn’t know I like … Continue reading →

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Oh Larb, I Love You

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

It’s true. I love Larb, Laarb, Lap. A few years ago, I went to visit my little brother while he was living and working in Cambodia. It was right after I finished graduate school so I had some serious time … Continue reading →

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Wild Rice, Mushroom, and Bacon Soup

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Salts Kitchen

Over the holidays there were oh so many gatherings. I made so many pies, tarts, cookies, and pastries that I started craving soups and salads left and right. A few of us gathered to watch holiday movies and I decided … Continue reading →

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