Posts for September 20th 2009

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Along with chicken posole and grilled shrimp tacos, we celebrated Mexican Independence Day with some classic guacamole, served directly in this traditional basalt mortar and pestle.
Along with chicken posole and grilled shrimp tacos, we celebrated Mexican Independence Day with some classic guacamole, served directly in this traditional basalt mortar and pestle. Do you know its official name?

Guess the Kitchen Gadget 2009-09-20 09:00:05

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Sunday BBQ: Vegetable Quesadillas With Corn Relish

In an attempt to reduce my carbon footprint, I've decided to prepare a grilled meal sans meat for my friends this weekend.

In an attempt to reduce my carbon footprint, I've decided to prepare a grilled meal sans meat for my friends this weekend.

At the farmers market, I couldn't resist picking up abundant corn and yellow squash; the two will star in a monterey jack quesadilla that'll brown beautifully over the flame. But unlike any vegetable-filled tortilla I've had in the past, I'm going to keep the vegetables fresh by leaving them uncooked — a time-saver that'll also lend the meal a satisfying crunch. The finishing touch? A tangy corn and scallion salsa. Get the recipe now.