I’m crazy for just about any kind of Asian food: Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese — I will call for takeout in a New York minute. Sometimes, though, I like to take a crack at making my own versions. Bottled stir-fry sauces are now available in many supermarkets but I enjoy experimenting in my own kitchen, seasoning… Continue reading Pork and Cabbage Stir-Fry
Category: Pork
Sausage Spinach Soup
I made this soup for the first time several years ago and it’s still one of my faves. I’ve updated my recipe to include my new favorite spice mix, herbes de Provence instead of using individual spices; I think it gives it a richer flavor. One of the best things about this soup is that it… Continue reading Sausage Spinach Soup
Pork Sausage Patties
Breakfast for me is usually cold and fast – a bowl of cereal, a breakfast pastry, a piece of fruit. But sometimes on the weekends, I go all out and make a full hot breakfast. When I’m all out of bacon, I get my pork fix by making sausage patties. My mom (and co-author of… Continue reading Pork Sausage Patties
Sausage and Peppers
I used to go to the Feast of San Gennaro in New York’s Little Italy every year, and the first thing I’d look for when I got there was a food stall selling sausages and peppers. All I had to do was follow my nose — the smell alone is enough to make your mouth… Continue reading Sausage and Peppers
Slow Cooker Spare Ribs
I’ve probably eaten my weight in spareribs over the years but wasn’t sure I could ever make them successfully at home — until I made them in my slow cooker. You’ll need to finish them in the oven but only for about 15 minutes. The hot oven helps the sauce caramelize and cling to the… Continue reading Slow Cooker Spare Ribs
