Tag Archives: chile

Midweek Mexican Chicken

Posted on April 30, 2015 by nancyduranduran

Now that my kids are a little bit older and just a wee bit more self sufficient, I’m starting to ramp up the work I’m taking on. On the one hand, “Yay!” On the other, “Sigh.” It’s bitter sweet, like most … Continue reading →

Posted in main | Tagged black beans, chicken, chicken thighs, chile, corn, Mexican, midweek meal | 2 Comments

Mussels in Coconut and Beer Broth

Posted on March 26, 2015 by nancyduranduran

I read an article in the New York Times a few weeks ago about the shortage of mussels on the US Eastern seaboard this winter. It wasn’t the usual sad story of overfishing. Instead, the heavy ice caused by the brutal winter … Continue reading →

Posted in appetizer, lunch, main | Tagged beer broth, broth, chile, coconut milk, mussels, seafood, thai | Leave a comment

Zucchini Blossom Quesadillas

Posted on July 11, 2014 by nancyduranduran

Beautiful squash and zucchini blossoms are examples of nature’s finest handiwork. And unlike most edible flowers, which are lovely to look at but fairly nondescript in a dish (think nasturtiums on that beautifully composed restaurant salad), these pretty blossoms are absolutely, positively delicious … Continue reading →