Smoked Brisket

 

Skate Wing

 

Pan fried skate wing, stone ground grits with sharp cheddar cheese, steamed broccoli

Christmas Adam Byriani

 

Chicken byriani, saag, green onion raita, cranberry chutney, pappad

Mid December Date Night at Home

 

Barley pearl and kale risotto, grilled Dijon pork chops, apple red pepper slaw with elder flower vinaigrette. Paired with a Cab. Sauv.

Morning Glory

 

My chapel on the last day of school for the boys before the holidays (aka my last morning to myself). Sautéed yellow peppers and artichoke hearts with thyme and basil, two fried eggs, a dollop of marinara and a dusting of parmesan cheese.

Earl of Sandwich, Deconstructed

Rosemary & olive oil bread, pan fried eggplant slices, garden tomatoes, a scoop of goat cheese, drizzled with fresh basil olive oil, salt & pepper. I won Catan.

Sometimes It's Ramen

I've always appreciated the blank canvas. Here's a working lunch: ramen - flavor packet + chili oil, fresh ginger & garlic, dark soy + leftover sauteed greens from the night before + an egg poached on top of the noodle raft in the pot. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and rice wine vinegar.