A few years ago, a friend of mine asked me about healthy foods. I was just learning how to cook, and she wanted to know what she could make on a week night that was healthy, but quick to assemble. I stated the obvious - salad. She actually said to me, "I don't know how… Continue reading Salad with Avocado Dressing
Kraft Singles and Creamy Mushroom Pasta
I wasn't always a good cook. I used to eat things that I would never even consider now. In college, for example, I had very bad eating habits. And, no, I'm not talking about your typical ramen, easy mac, pizza, and too much booze problem (but I'm guilty of that, too). I'm talking about putting… Continue reading Kraft Singles and Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Fancy Grilled Cheese
I don't actually like grilled cheese sandwiches very much. It brings to mind school cafeterias with plastic trays, canned tomato soup, and bitchy girls that won't let you sit with them. Fuck those bitches. I'll sit where I want. It didn't occur to me that the grilled cheese could be improved upon (I thought it… Continue reading Fancy Grilled Cheese
Pesto Obsession
There was a time when I bought pesto in a jar. In fact, I remember buying ingredients for a dinner I wanted to cook for a friend of mine. I was so upset about not being able to find a jar of pesto at the shitty grocery store in Harlem. I was getting visibly upset when… Continue reading Pesto Obsession
Baking Without Pants – Maple Cinnamon Scones
Sometimes I bake when I'm anxious. I made these amazing maple cinnamon scones during one of those moments where I was twitching with energy. I was awaiting test results for my terminally ill cat, Harold. I had several hours to kill, so I did what I do best... I took off my pants and started… Continue reading Baking Without Pants – Maple Cinnamon Scones
Tiny Ass Kitchen 