Carly Ellen Kramer's Blog, page 18
July 3, 2018
Rainbow Shortcake
Shortcake is my very favorite summertime dessert. Berries take center stage over apples and pears at the market (in my area, anyway), and those berries deserve to be showcased! Rainbow Shortcake doesn’t force you to select one fruit – not when there are so many wonderful options this time of year. By including several fruits […]
July 2, 2018
Chicken Dip with Crostini
Start a conversation at your next summer party with Chicken Dip and Crostini straight out of the 1950s! Go ahead – channel your inner Betty Draper and let’s get started. Martinis optional. I found this awesome fish mold at a thrift shop for $1. It’s perfect for this recipe, but really any mold that holds […]
June 29, 2018
Lazy Spare Ribs
As hearty meats go, spare ribs are pretty economical. Spare ribs have enough fat to be very tender and flavorful when properly prepared, and are widely available for less (sometimes far less) than $2 per pound. A full rack can weigh up to 5 pounds, and makes a nice dinner presentation. This recipe is very […]
June 27, 2018
Garden Meditations, Part II
Here at Crowded Earth Kitchen, our garden has undergone an amazing transformation in only 20 days. Take a look! Our tiny eggplant transplants have flourished, quadrupling in size! The tomatillos proved vexing this spring, and were almost lost due to an infestation of pesky aphids. Here at Crowded Earth Kitchen we don’t use artificial pesticides, […]
June 25, 2018
Portabella “Burgers”
I enjoy a good cheeseburger as much as the next person, but I don’t enjoy the 1,000 sit-ups required to burn those calories. That’s not a joke – a hearty cheeseburger will set you back about 500 calories, and that’s without the bun. For less than 150 calories we can swap out that cheeseburger for […]
June 22, 2018
Summertime Fruit Pops
Most store-bought popsicles are made out of corn syrup, artificial colors, and artificial flavors. Meh. You can purchase healthy, 100% fruit pops, but you’re going to pay dearly for them. Why not just make your own? Ozera Reusable Popsicle Molds Ice Pop Molds Maker – Set of 6 – With Silicone Funnel & Cleaning Brush […]
June 19, 2018
White Girl Guacamole
I had a Chilean friend who laughed and declared, “Only White people need a recipe for guacamole.” It makes me laugh to remember this absurd kitchen exchange, and I like to laugh when remembering her. In all seriousness, guacamole is like soup – there’s a million ways to make it, and they’re all good. Here’s […]
June 18, 2018
Grilled Carrots
Yes, grilled carrots. We’ve already talked about how healthy carrots truly are, so it’s worth finding fun new ways to enjoy them! Grilling carrots caramelizes a bit of the natural sugar in this root veggie, and the crisp edges are delicious. The trick to perfectly grilled carrots is to lightly steam them first. This makes […]
June 15, 2018
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
(Soothing voice of a hostage negotiator…) “It’s OK. Just set down that pot of boiling water and back away slowly.” Seriously. Who thought it would be a good idea to boil Brussels sprouts? If you think you dislike Brussels sprouts but boiled Brussels sprouts are what you really mean, please give them another try. Let […]
June 13, 2018
Quinoa “Popcorn”
Many American cooks are familiar with quinoa, tiny little seeds that can be cooked like grain. Quinoa is certainly good for you, offering more fiber per serving than either brown rice or corn, and also packing a nice little punch of protein. But did you know you can pop it… like popcorn? True story! All […]
