Category Archives: Salty

Oh so spicy sweet potato and beef red curry

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

Again with the sweet potatoes you say? Yes, I had a frackin’ ton. I also had opened a can of coconut milk to make some rice pudding, so I decided curry sounded good. Thai Fresh on West Mary street sells … Continue reading →

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Tom Kha Gai

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

Yesterday morning Tom Kha (Thai Coconut Soup) came up in conversation and I promised to send my friend Sarah my version of this recipe. Then on my way to yoga later in the day, another friend simply texted, “I want … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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Hello Kale. I Love You.

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Salts Kitchen

Kale. Hated it until I was in my mid-20’s. Then I ate it when it only if I had to when it was made for me. Then one day, I couldn’t get enough of it. I still can’t get enough … Continue reading →

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