Breakfast

 

Shad : The original Solomon Grundy

As I pondered on what dishes would be prepared over the weekend, I stumbled upon “Salted Shad” and I thought to myself; “my grandma would just love this!”  Mama as I call her,  would engage in conversations about the good ole days when things were really inexpensive and refers to money in currencies, that I…

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January 30, 2012

Potato Sausage Parmesan Cheese Frittata

This frittata was simple, yet d’luscious. I craved for a dish that would grant me a lot more flexibility and hopefully some rest.  As much as I enjoy cooking, I really didn’t intend to spend most of the day in my sanctuary. Rest was calling me, and extremely loud too.   Potatoes would be included…

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December 27, 2011

Salted Mackerel

Whenever I cook fish, I use the entire fish. I cook them whole: head and body. Do I think the head looks unattractive? Of course not! Regardless of how the fish is prepared; steamed, fried, stewed or escovitched; to me, an entire fish seems more enticing on my plate. Don’t get me wrong, I do…

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December 19, 2011

Cod Fish Fritters

I couldn’t wait to make cod fish fritters this morning. I had anticipated frying up a huge batch this weekend; but with having to do  the laundry, updating my blog and interacting on my Facebook fan page; time wasn’t  accommodating. To say the least, it just never made it on to my hectic “things to do/cook list.” However, it was well…

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December 12, 2011

Authentic Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  If I skip or miss breakfast, it interferes with my mood.  I get totally dysfunctional.  I become cranky, easily aggravated and loose concentration. In order for me to perform 100% each day, I HAVE TO HAVE BREAKFAST.  It is just as important to me as sleep.…

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December 10, 2011