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E is raising the children in our herb garden to be bright, healthy young sprouts. The basil has grown into full, leafy stalks. Our dill is tall enough to come up to our knees. The mint is as big as a rose bush and our cilantro has flowered. I’m so proud of my little father. […]
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Sandwich #128–“Summer Breakfast” Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
Only in the summertime can you have a ice cream waffle sandwich for breakfast. Only in the summer, only in your own kitchen (because you know your mom and dad didn’t suggest you eat Eggos this way).
Cocktail time: Mint Watermelon Coolers
It’s the weekend, the sun is shining, and it’s only appropriate that I share my watermelon cocktail recipe.
Sandwich #127–The “Work or Play” Bun Series: Shrimp Buns
Finally, shrimp buns. Even my vegetarian guests devoured two of these.
Sandwich #126–The “Work and Play” Bun Series: Chicken Teriyaki Buns
Continuing with our bun series from this weekend, I bring you the chicken teriyaki version. These are what I call your perfect lazy summer afternoon snack.
Sandwich #125–The “Work and Play” Bun Series: Hanger Steak
I was determined to make three sandwiches this weekend–particularly on Saturday. E wanted to go kite surfing on Sunday, tearing me away from the kitchen and computer all day. Though the weather was perfect for the beach, I had to get my laundry done, clean the house, do a mask for my face, work out […]
Sandwich #124: “You Play, I’ll Stay” Chicken Ceasar Sandwich
Here’s another difference between E and I. He is friends with just about all of his ex-girlfriends. In fact, I have met a majority of the women he’s dated because he’s either invited them to our dinner parties or taken me to their birthday bashes and Sunday brunches. I am not friends with any of […]
Sandwich #123–“Throat Soothing” Ice Cream Sandwich with Graham Crackers
I was sick as a dog over the weekend. Sore throat, stuffy nose, body aches, the works. I spent more time in bed than on the beach last weekend. Not the strongest start to my summer.
Sandwich #122: “You Butchered It!” Duck Pastrami on Rye
I debated posting this sandwich. When E’s reaction to the sandwich was “you butchered it!” I figured it wasn’t my best work.
Sandwich #121: “Too Tiny to Cause Guilt” Ice Cream Sandwiches
A helpful tip before I explain the sandwich: one should not go to the largest grocery store in Brooklyn while hungry.
Sandwich #120–“Miles of Love” Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
I ran the Brooklyn Half Marathon this weekend, which was an amazing but intense experience. On Saturday, I was up by 5:30 am to get over to the starting line just a short drive away. By the time I crossed the finish line in about two hours, E was there waiting with a smile.
Sandwich #119:–“If It’s Bad, We’ll Order Takeout” Mexican Turkey Burgers
We were majorly hung over. Two nights ago, we went out with well-intentioned but highly demanding friends who grilled E about the whole wedding thing. “When are you going to get married? What are you waiting for? This sandwich thing is for the birds! I’ll make you three hundred sandwiches in my kitchen this weekend! […]
Sandwich #118-“Cooking Under the Influence” Tuna Tataki Sandwiches
I should never cook drunk. Cooking under the influence is unlikely to produce tasty results.
Sandwich #117–“Sweet Sunday” Nutella Sandwich Cookies
Nutella should not be allowed in my house. It’s too tasty, too addictive, and too accessible. And it forces me to hide a shameful secret from E.
Sandwich #116–“Garden Fresh” Banh Mi Breakfast Sandwich
Friday morning! E and I got up early to sip coffee on our patio, and ponder what nice things we were going to do for our mommies for Mother’s Day Sunday. I sent a card. E did not. Who’s the better child? Ha! (Just kidding, he means well. Besides, I should really send flowers, too.)
Sandwich #115–“Don’t Just Google It” Ham with Lavander Goat Cheese, Honey and Caramelized Pecans
Ham and cheese is a good sandwich. Ham with spreadable fromage blanc, honey and caramelized pecans is a great sandwich. That is, if you know how to make carmelized pecans successfully.
Sandwich #114–“Cinco de Mayo-ish” Mexican Torta
Rating: It was Cinco de Mayo over the weekend. For us, it’s an legitimate excuse to drink margaritas—unlike the less logical ones, like “oh we’re out of wine, so we have to drink something else, preferably with tequila.”
Sandwich #112–“Damn You, Johnnie” Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuits Sandwich
E has this friend, Johnnie. He invites him to a lot of our parties. But every time Johnny shows up, there’s trouble. He makes E act silly, or makes E say silly things, or make E go to sleep and say nothing at all.
Sandwich #111—“Happy Birthday” Strawberry Shortcake Sandwich
This weekend was E’s birthday! A celebration was in order.
Sandwich #110–“Hungry!” Turkey, Bacon and Egg Breakfast Sandwich
I’m training for the Brooklyn Half Marathon, and this morning I did one of my longer runs. Afterwards, I prepared a protein heavy large breakfast, to keep up my strength. And my sanity. When I don’t eat, I’m intolerable.
Sandwich #109–“Baby, It Still Counts” Crab Cake Sandwich
Hashtag fail. That’s how I would describe the other night’s dinner.
Sandwich #108–“Spring Cleaning” Goat Cheese and Basil Grilled Cheese
It was a beautiful weekend in Brooklyn, a perfect one to clean out our closets, throw out old condiments in the refrigerator and shred some bills. Spring cleaning was upon us!
Sandwich #107–“Practice Makes Perfect–Sort Of” Banana Muffins with Strawberries
Not every sandwich comes out tasty. Or photogenic. Each meal is an experiment, and not all of them turn out successful.
Sandwich #106–“Good Friday” Tuna Burger with Cucumber, Fried Shallots and Green Onion
What a difference a day makes.
