CEimB | Apple Crumbles

CEimB: Jambalaya with Shrimp and "Ham"

This weeks Ellie Krieger recipe was chosen by Anonymous in New York, and can be found on page 236 of Ellie's book "The Food You Crave". The recipe allowed me to easily hide the vegetarian protein that I substituted for the ham. It was only revealed to Ted after he first, confirmed that he liked it and second, had consumed half his meal. The disclosure of the meatless pepperoni addition was followed by the comments... "I thought I saw something "funny" in there". The only ingredient, other than the ham, I was tempted to leave out was the rice, but for Ted's sake, it was [...]

By Joanne|2009-06-18T07:02:24-04:00June 18, 2009|Food, Food thoughts|16 Comments

Under Repair

The trip to the "Geek Squad" took SO looonnggg yesterday. The computer is still under the care of those techno-medics, undergoing "diagnostic testing". It will most likely turn out to be a software incompatibility issue but since I have absolutely no patience whatsoever in regards to computer problems, it's safer for the computer, in terms of survival, to be in their hands. Experience has shown me that banging, punching, dropping, and kicking never seem to work. Blogging this week will only be once a day, or until I get the little guy back from "Dr. Geek and Staff". Here is a recap of last night. But [...]

By Joanne|2009-06-16T08:41:24-04:00June 16, 2009|Food, Life|1 Comment

CEimB: White Gazpacho with Grapes and Toasted Almonds

This weeks recipe was chosen by Lauren of I'll Eat You. It is on page 83 of Ellie Krieger's "The Food You Crave". This was a great pick especially since neither Ted nor I have ever been inclined to order or make Gazpacho. We were excited to try it. But first,...a little research... Spanish in origin, white gazpacho is knows as "ajo blanco" or white garlic soup. There is also a red gazpacho which would include tomatoes. However, it is believed that due to the lack of availability of the tomato way back before Columbus sailed the ocean blue, the [...]

By Joanne|2009-06-04T07:02:19-04:00June 4, 2009|Food, Life|13 Comments

BQ Grouper Skewers

I'm waiting to hear a complaint from Ted regarding protein from the sea two nights in a row. He won't stand for it tomorrow, that's for sure. I'll most likely see some huge steak defrosting in the refrigerator by the time I go to bed tonight. However, he didn't seem to mind this meal for which he was elected "Sir Barbecue Chef". BQ Grouper Skewers. Serves 2 - 4 1 lb Grouper, cut into 1 1/2" cubes - about 12 pieces 6 wooden skewers, soaked in water about 15 to 20 minutes. 6 cherry or grape tomatoes sliced in half 1 green bell pepper, cut into [...]

By Joanne|2009-06-02T19:12:08-04:00June 2, 2009|Life|6 Comments

CEimB: Crispy Fish Fingers

This weeks CEimB was chosen by Anne of Rainforest Recipes. Her blog is a must see for sure. Crispy Fish Fingers from Ellie Krieger's Foodnetwork selection of recipes. The recipe met with some challenges because when I removed the frozen flounder to defrost, Ted tried to sabotage dinner by leaving it on the counter. Ted doesn't like flounder. He's not crazy about frozen fish when he doesn't know how long it's been frozen. However, I think I saved the fish, but if you come back to visit Apple Crumbles and there has been no activity, assume the worst and ....well, please send flowers. [...]

By Joanne|2009-05-28T07:02:05-04:00May 28, 2009|Life|15 Comments

CEimB: Thai-Style Halibut with Coconut-Curry Broth

This weeks recipe for CEimB was picked by Liz of The Not So Skinny Kitchen. If you visit her blog, don't go there hungry. Her posts will make you drool. As indicated in the post title, we all made this recipe using a delicious fish, Halibut. It is mild in taste, flaky, yet firm and moist when cooked correctly. It is also on my list of fish that should only be eaten 6 or less times a month due to their "moderate" mercury content. Halibut is an expensive fish so I can't imagine indulging too often anyway. An interesting fact about this fish is that it is [...]

By Joanne|2009-05-21T07:02:36-04:00May 21, 2009|Life|15 Comments