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The First of Summer’s Salads

Posted on June 17, 2011 by LiliBitting

Although it may not be official until next Tuesday, it already feels like summer is here in NYC! Especially in the summer, I love to put together big batches of salads and salsas to eat all week long. This version is … Continue reading →

Posted in Culinary Adventures | Tagged cucumber, easy, feta, horiatiki salad, olives, recipe, Salad, tomatoes | Leave a comment

Po’ Boy Re-Do

Posted on May 18, 2011 by LiliBitting

I love re-inventing leftovers. I usually find that I get as much, if not more, satisfaction out of crafting a meal from meager beginnings than I do creating a luscious meal from scratch! Honestly this re-do was hardly a re-invention, but it was delicious!! … Continue reading →

Posted in Culinary Adventures | Tagged BBQ, Brother Jimmy's, Catfish, easy, Fresh Direct, Leftovers, Lunch, Par-baked Roll, Po' Boy, recipe, Sandwich | Leave a comment

Burritos, my way

Posted on May 12, 2011 by LiliBitting

I’ve noticed a pattern: most of my favorite “what can I make using only what’s in the fridge” meals are burritos! I really do think it’s the most versatile vessel – which is probably why I always keep tortillas in … Continue reading →

Posted in Culinary Adventures, Tips & Tricks | Tagged Burrito, easy, Easy Dinner, Egg, Leftovers, recipe, Salsa, Tortilla | Leave a comment

Possibly my favorite meal

Posted on April 27, 2011 by LiliBitting

With spring finally in full swing I had my friend Cat over for a fun catch-up dinner. The menu was very simple and may, seriously, be my favorite meal ever! (At least for spring!) Although I originally intended to stagger … Continue reading →

Posted in Culinary Adventures, Entertaining | Tagged Asparagus, Cheese tart, Dinner Party, Easy Dinner, Easy Entertaining, Entertaining Ideas, Martha Stewart, Mussels, recipe, Tart | Leave a comment

First Pesto!

Posted on April 20, 2011 by LiliBitting

Fresh pesto is one of my favorite summer staples. Although spring’s basil is a little bitter, impatience got the best of me and I just had to make up a batch! I have the small Cuisinart 4-cup food processor below. … Continue reading →

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Rainy Day Cream Sauce

Posted on April 15, 2011 by LiliBitting

I have always loved Alfredo sauce, ever since I was a kid. For that reason, the day I discovered I could make a quick cream sauce out ingredients I almost always have on hand, I was ecstatic! All you need … Continue reading →

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Lazy Sunday Omelet

Posted on April 11, 2011 by LiliBitting

To me there is nothing more delightful or rewarding than a classic Sunday brunch! It feels so all-American to take some time on Sunday to slow down and enjoy a protein packed brunch along side your paper. This Sunday I … Continue reading →

Posted in Culinary Adventures | Tagged Asparagus, Brunch, easy, Eggs, Omelet, recipe, Sausage | Leave a comment