Monthly Archives: April 2013

Crisp, tender chicken carnitas

I am a relatively new but quite enthusiastic convert to Pinterest. One of my boards, naturally, is recipe ideas. I found an intriguing recipe for pork carnitas there. Carnitas are all about contrast. They’re traditionally made with a big ole … Continue reading

Posted in main courses, meat, poultry,and fish | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Cherry-vanilla oatmeal

A number of my friends have changed their eating habits lately. Some want to lose weight; others, with an eye on their family trees, are warding off potential genetic threats such as diabetes and heart disease. They’re all doing really … Continue reading

Posted in breakfast, pasta, rice, and grains | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment