Wishing you a Happy New Year and unveiling the new look for Food for My Family. This past week was one of purging. Dressers were pulled from the walls, swept behind, pushed back. The dusty area under the bed was cleaned until it sparkled. The topmost shelves were emptied and … [Read more...] about A New Look for the New Year
Archives for December 2013
Mascarpone Cardamom Crisps: Christmas Cookie Crunch Time
Cardamom-kissed sugar flavors these mascarpone crisp cookie curls. Fragrant and reminiscent of both pastry and shortbread, these are a delightful addition to dessert served alongside a cup of coffee or tea. Thursday night I tucked my son in after explaining the virtues of … [Read more...] about Mascarpone Cardamom Crisps: Christmas Cookie Crunch Time
Mascarpone Cardamom Crisps
1/2 cup mascarpone 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup butter, cut into small cubes 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cardamom Add the mascarpone to a large bowl or stand mixer bowl and blend until creamy. Pour in the flour and mix until crumbly. With the mixer still … [Read more...] about Mascarpone Cardamom Crisps
Thai Basil Beef with Coconut Rice: $4/Serving Whole Foods Meals
A recipe for fragrant and spicy Thai basil beef served over rich coconut rice all for under $4 a serving. The door swings open, the screen door behind it creaking on its hinges, the winter wind whistling as the sounds of my children's voices cut through the calm of the house. … [Read more...] about Thai Basil Beef with Coconut Rice: $4/Serving Whole Foods Meals
Easy Coconut Rice
1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk 6 1/4 cups water pinch of salt 4 cups jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed Mix together the coconut milk, water, and the salt in a large saucepan with a lid. Bring to a boil, and then stir in the rice. Cover and continue cooking for 20-25 minutes … [Read more...] about Easy Coconut Rice