Monthly Archives: April 2007

Sausage Fried Rice

Posted on April 28, 2007 by John Herring

Yes, Virginia, you can make fried rice at home. And it can be just as good, maybe better, than at your favorite Chinese take-out. This one uses Italian sausage as a meat, but anything goes, including no meat. Sausage Fried … Continue reading →

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Caribbean Carrot Salad

Posted on April 19, 2007 by John Herring

After spending another glorious week in Dominica, I thought I’d bring back some of the recipes we depend on while we’re there. This is a great one for the weather: It’s refreshing and bright and goes great with fish. The … Continue reading →

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Taco Mountain!

Posted on April 17, 2007 by John Herring

Here’s a great way to get your tacos and your veggies. It’s just a basic taco salad, but if it’s stacked high enough, it qualifies as….. Taco Mountain! Iceberg lettuce Tortilla chips (Homemade Tortilla Chips are best, but store-bought will … Continue reading →

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Chicken Taco Meat

Posted on April 15, 2007 by John Herring

For all your friends who love tacos but aren’t big red-meat fans. This is great as filling for tacos, as a base for chili (add tomatoes & beans) or as a topping on my favorite: TACO MOUNTAIN! The chicken makes … Continue reading →

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Homemade Tortilla Chips

Posted on April 14, 2007 by John Herring

Love the chips, but don’t love the store price/fat/sodium/taste? With this little technique, you can control the amount of salt and fat, and eat chips that taste fresh because, well, they are! And there’s no recipe that’s any easier. Homemade … Continue reading →

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