Corn and Jalapeno Puree

This dish was inspired by a “polenta” recipe I found.  Since it used fresh corn and not cornmeal, I considered it more of a puree.  My version adds a little heat and some mascarpone to go with the sweetness of the corn.  This was satisfying as a meal on its own, but it would be…

Exploring Belize

As you enter the airport, t-shirts adorned with sayings such as “You Better Belize It!” and “Don’t Stop Belizing!” hang from shop windows.  But a visit to this Central American country is anything but generic.  With beaches and sea life inhabiting the barrier reefs, rainforests and jungles hiding Mayan ruins, and pine forests with stunning…

What To Do With Your CSA

The season is just getting started, and I’m already stumped for how to make something interesting with my weekly bounty.  Ridiculous amounts of radishes and gobs of garlic scapes were taking up a ton of space in my refrigerator (which died and needed to be quickly replaced this week).  I ended up making a version…

Grilled Turkey Wings

You don’t have to brine a whole bird for days to enjoy flavorful turkey.  Yes, there is the ever-popular giant leg sold at summer food and music fests and Disney parks worldwide.  And you can grill up a (usually dried out) burger or broil a sad looking tiny breast.  But don’t forget about the wings! …

A Maryland of Opportunity

That’s the punchy current state slogan.  The former was “Seize The Day Off” – so maybe the Maryland tourism board could use a little help, but you get the idea.  This month, I’m encouraging you to explore Maryland.  If you live within driving distance, you’ll be surprised at what an amazing and inexpensive adventure you…