Author Archives: Beebamom

Spicy black beans and polenta 2/19/23

Posted on February 21, 2024 by Beebamom

This is a tasty and filling vegetarian dish. The toppings of green onions, radishes, cilantro, and avocado make it outstanding. Spicy black beans and polenta 1/2 cup polenta3 cups water or brothSalt to taste 1 can black beans, rinsed and … Continue reading →

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Weekly Menu. February 19-25, 2024

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Beebamom

After not writing in my blog for a few weeks I have decided that I miss doing it. Yesterday I was trying to recall when the last time we had eaten a particular dish and I had no reference to … Continue reading →

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Afghani dal with rice and broccoli. 2/16/24

Posted on February 17, 2024 by Beebamom

In looking at my past posts I almost always serve Afghani dal with kale. No kale? No problem. This dish works just as well with broccoli which was the only green vegetable, aside from celery, that I had in the … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day dinner. 2/14/23

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Beebamom

Who wants to spend mega dollars eating out in crowded restaurants on Valentine’s Day? We don’t. Instead we opted for a prime cut of beef with a couple of tasty sides followed by two dark chocolate Dove candy hearts. Originally … Continue reading →

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Sesame shrimp bowl

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Beebamom

For the dressing I whiz up in my mini processor an inch of fresh ginger, two garlic cloves, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar, and a pinch of sweetener or sugar. I drizzle the sesame oil over … Continue reading →

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Potato and bean stew with gochujang. 2/27/24

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Beebamom

John and I tried this new recipe and we really liked it so I thought I would pass it along. The potatoes sop up the flavor of the gochujang and soy sauce enhanced stock. I used russet potatoes I had … Continue reading →

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Grilled rack of lamb, sweet potato, broccoli. 1/27/23

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Beebamom

Our lamb of choice is a chop from the loin. Normally we buy these at Costco but for unknown reasons they haven’t been for sale there the last two times we have been. So we decided to try their much … Continue reading →

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Shrimp with braised leeks, mashed potatoes, and asparagus in a beurre blanc sauce. 1/26/23

Posted on January 27, 2024 by Beebamom

This dish is an adaptation of one that our son makes when he is doing a “fancy dinner” night. Normally he makes it with scallops but I was looking to lower the price point. On the bottom layer are braised … Continue reading →

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Stopping daily posts. 1/16/23

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Beebamom

I started this blog on October 13, 2011. I have posted maybe a few thousand pictures and commentary about what I have made, how I made it, and more than a few recipes. I can see that my posts now … Continue reading →

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Shrimp dinner and I am taking a few weeks off. 12/14/23

Posted on December 15, 2023 by Beebamom

I will be busy with the holidays until January, 2024 so I am taking a few weeks off. I hope everyone enjoys the holidays and makes some fabulous food! See you in January, 2024! Simple dinner on Thursday – sautéed … Continue reading →

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