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Thomas’ English Muffins – Eggs Benedict – 1,000 Foods to Eat Project

May 18, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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Eggs Benedict is probably my favorite breakfast. If you have not had Eggs Benedict, you are seriously missing out! It is heaven on the plate. Toasted English muffin, topped with amazing Canadian bacon, and a runny egg. Last but not least the creme de la creme utterly delicious sauce called Hollandaise, which is lemony and buttery, is poured or spooned over.

The base for the Eggs Benedict is the toasted English muffin. I have been eating English muffins for years, not always as part of Eggs Benedict. On other occasions I’ve had them on their own with butter, as part of an egg and bacon breakfast sandwich, etc.

Thomas’ English Muffin

I was delighted to learn that Thomas’ English muffins is actually one of the foods listed in the book 1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die, by Mimi Sheraton. It became #15 in my quest to try each and every one of the foods in the book. Of course I had had this one before, so the Thomas’ English muffins was an easy one to knock off on my list.

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French Tarragon Chicken – 1,000 Foods to Eat Project

May 16, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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Can I please say at the beginning of this post, do not be afraid of the butter. 🙂

Tarragon

Tarragon is a lovely herb. It tastes a bit like licorice, and also has a licorice/aniseed aroma. We have some growing in our herb garden, and it grows like crazy! It has a very fascinating history, and was used by the Greeks and the Arabs as early as 500 BC. Allegedly at that time it was called “Dragon Mugwort.” The French call tarragon “estragon” which means “little dragon.” Therefore, poulet a l’estragon translates as chicken with tarragon.

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Mississippi – Catfish Allison

May 15, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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Catfish Allison hails from the great southern state of Mississippi. I first read about this dish when I was researching what to cook for our movie night.

Movie Night – O Brother, Where Are Thou?

Sunday evenings we sit down to watch a film. I love to cook a meal on these movie nights that has something to do with the film we are watching. Usually either the setting of the movie, or food actually eaten or highlighted in the film can inspire the meal.

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Korean Bok Choy Kimchi

May 13, 2019 by Grace 1 Comment

I loooove Korean banchan. Banchan is actually my favorite part of a Korean meal. Give me banchan, chopsticks, and rice and I am haaapy!! 🙂

Banchan are the side dishes that accompany Korean meals. They are actually an essential part of the meal. If you’ve ever been to a Korean restaurant, you’ll know the feeling of excitement as they bring out various banchan. 🙂

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Doc Martin’s Inspired Portobello Mushroom Sandwich

May 11, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

Taos, New Mexico, has some amaaaazing restaurants. We had the privilege to have lunch at one of these (Doc Martin’s) on a recent trip. Doc Martin’s restaurant is located in the historic Taos Inn, and is an acclaimed restaurant located in the Taos center.

Historic Taos Inn — Taos Inn is on the National Register of Historic Places. Look at this exquisite blue door!

Doc Martin’s Restaurant

The restaurant was named after the first doctor in Taos County, Doc Martin. Legend has it that the doctor never worried whether people could pay. He would accept chickens or potatoes in exchange for his services. The restaurant used to be his home, and the alcove in the restaurant was originally his office and delivery room.

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Korean Perilla Leaves

May 7, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

All I need is a bowl of rice, some chopsticks, and marinated perilla leaves to be happy. 🙂

Korean perilla leaves, also known as sesame leaves, are a very popular banchan in Korean cuisine. Banchan, or side dishes, are an essential part of Korean meals. They are brought out in small portions, meant to be shared, and served with rice.

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Korean Zucchini Side Dish

May 3, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

You will always have a feast for your eyes when dining in a Korean restaurant. I am always filled with anticipation to see what banchan, or Korean side dishes, are brought out to accompany the meal I’ve just ordered.

I almost enjoy eating the banchan more than the main course. 🙂

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Chalupas Poblanas

April 30, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

Mexican cuisine is one of the most beloved cuisines around the world. I wanted to discover what Mexicans would eat to celebrate their holiday as Cinco de Mayo was approaching.

Cinco de Mayo

I found out a few interesting things during my research. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, as I had previously thought. Instead this holiday celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over the French in a battle fought near Puebla City on May 5, 1862, and is mainly celebrated in the Puebla region in Mexico.

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Supremely Delicious Guacamole

April 28, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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I’m absolutely positive there are others out there who were in love with guacamole from the day they were born, like myself.

Guacamole is heaven. 🙂 Many people are enamored with avocado toast…I say guacamole toast!!

You have the choice of buying many numerous ready made guacamole concoctions from your grocery stores. They are good. However, the guacamole that you can make at home is far superior and far less expensive than the ready made at your local grocery store!

Guacamole ingredients avocado lime chili and garlic

Few ingredients…amazing taste and flavor! Avocado, lime, chili, garlic, salt and pepper. That’s it…for one of the most amazing foods in the world. 🙂

Eat guacamole with chips, tacos, tostadas, chalupas, salad, toast. etc. etc. On its own or a dip for veggies it is amazing.

1,000 FOODS TO EAT PROJECT

Guacamole is one of the 1,000 Foods to Eat listed in the book 1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die, by Mimi Sheraton. It is #12 on my quest to prepare and eat each of the foods listed in the book.

Other Mexican Recipes You May Enjoy

Please also check out my recipe for Chalupas Poblanas, a dish from Pueblo, Mexico which is great for Cinco de Mayo or anytime you’d like Mexican food. And Spicy Mexican Rice is the perfect accompaniment for any Mexican main meal.

Enjoy 🙂

Print Recipe

Supremely Delicious Guacamole

Guacamole is heaven. Serve with tortilla chips, or on top of your favorite Mexican dishes…this one is an explosion of flavor that is to be enjoyed time and time again.

Prep Time5 mins

Total Time5 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: 3 servings

Author: Grace

Ingredients

1 Avocado from Mexico!
1 Thai chili finely minced (use serrano or jalapeno if desired)
1 large garlic clove finely mince
1/4 lime juiced
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Instructions

Finely mince your chili and garlic. You could use Thai (my favorite!), serrano, or jalapeno according to your preference. Mince in a food processor if available and add to a bowl.
Cut your avocado in half, and remove the seed from one side. Scoop out the flesh from the avocado, and add to the bowl which contains the chili and garlic mixture.
Take a fork and mash the avocado. Mix the mashed avocado with the garlic and chili, and then add the lime juice. Mix again, and add salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Guacamole is amazing on salads, with chips, on tacos, chalupas, toast…almost anything in my book! I hope you enjoy this easy and supremely delicious guacamole!

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Taos, New Mexico

April 26, 2019 by Grace 4 Comments

I love New Mexico, but had never stayed in the Taos area until recently. Better late than never! Taos is not just a ski destination. There are so many varied and wonderful things to do and see in Taos. Taos is for everyone!

Top Things To Do In The Taos Area

Ojo Caliente

Ojo Caliente is one of the oldest health resorts in North America. Translated it means “Hot Eye.” It is located approximately 45 minutes away from Taos, and the drive to the resort is beautiful from Taos.

They have a great restaurant on site, called the Artesian. Prior to experiencing the hot springs and saunas, we dined at the Artesian and had some great fish tacos and a New Mexican classic: the green chili cheeseburger. 🙂

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Grace

Thomas’ English Muffins – Eggs Benedict – 1,000 Foods to Eat Project

Thomas’ English Muffin