I made up a word! The word is MICROWONK. mi·cro·wonk [mahy-kroh-wongk] Slang. Noun. mi·cro·wonky, mi·cro·wonker, mi·cro·wonking 1. Excessively detailed recipe for cooking in a microwave oven. 2. A person who writes or executes recipes for the microwave oven in an assiduous and thorough … [Read more...]
Microwave Potato Chips Recipe
Have an Idaho Russet and a microwave? Then you can make a crispity-crunchity stack of Potato Chips in your microwave! Seriously! This recipe and accompanying video was inspired by the very microwonky post from Emma Christensen at The Kitchn. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the … [Read more...]
How to Make Julia Child’s Salade Nicoise Video
Julia Child's Birthday is August 15, 1912. She would have been 100 years old this year. Julia Child is one of the most revered chefs and women in our history. Strong and smart, she is also one of the most quoted. Quite honestly, I think Julia Child has a lot more in common with the Honey Badger … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s Oil and Lemon Dressing Recipe
Julia Child's Oil and Lemon Dressing is a summertime staple. It's light and fresh on any salad but compliments Julia's Salade Nicoise tremendously well. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise Recipe video. For more great … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s French Potato Salad Recipe
One of Julia's favorites. Julia Child's French Potato Salad is wonderful all by itself or as the centerpiece of classic Salade Nicoise. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise Recipe video. For more great recipes using Idaho … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s Salade Nicoise Recipe
Le Cordon Betty is in summer session. Julia Child's classic Salade Nicoise is an entree salad that will leave you satisfied and quite possibly smarter. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise video. For more great recipes using … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Apple Muffins Recipe
Fruity, sweet and cinnamon-y. Like fresh apple pie straight from the oven, Oatmeal Apple Muffins are a great way to start the day and perfect for snacks. Make a batch and pop them in the freezer for convenience. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Oatmeal Apple Muffins … [Read more...]
New Year… New You?
Disclosure: This post is Sponsored By The Cheesecake Factory.It's Skinny. It's Delicious. It's SkinnyLicious™. I think almost everyone has visions of becoming New and Improved at the dawn of a new year. I know I do. Every year. Maybe it's natural? Well, natural or not, feeling pressure to … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Eating Out with Friends
Disclosure: This post is Sponsored By The Cheesecake Factory.It's Skinny. It's Delicious. It's SkinnyLicious™. If you're like me and the other 44% of all Americans, you've made a commitment to a New Year's Resolution. I want to eat more healthfully and get more exercise, and having friends … [Read more...]
Garlic and White Bean Puree Recipe
You asked for it! Here's my YouTube Next Chef Party Food recipe and I'm keeping the holiday after-party alive with a Foodwishes inspired White Bean Crostini. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Garlic and White Bean Puree video. Find more holiday recipe inspiration at … [Read more...]
White Whole Wheat Pizza Dough Recipe
Click for printer-friendly version! Come for the health, stay for the flavor. I started experimenting with Whole Wheat Pizza Dough for the added health benefits. But it wasn't long before I started using a little whole wheat flour even when making my Original Pizza Dough -- just for the … [Read more...]
Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe
Click for printer-friendly version! If I had to choose a favorite food, Fish Tacos might be at the top of the list. Coincidentally, my Baja Fish Tacos recipe frequently tops the Popular Posts here at averagebetty.com. I do love the classic fried Baja fish taco, but I also love this lighter … [Read more...]
