The self-doubting novelist
A personal essay on the challenge of starting another novel project, and what may be needed to drive the creation of any large writing project.
Harissa sauce – warm up your winter cooking!
Harissa is a staple in our fridge – a terrific, not-too-hot addition to winter menus. Easy to make, no canning, and it keeps for 6 months or more.
New Mexican green chile stew
Quantum physics pays a visit to the ski slopes of northern New Mexico, and a fine recipe for genuine New Mexican green chile stew. (Note that it’s chile, not chili.)
Off to MARS, with a couple of friends
MARS – the planet, the NatGeo TV series, and two friends who had much to do with bringing it all back to earth.
Once again, our famous bourbon balls
Our famous bourbon ball recipe, with a brief guest appearance and commentary by a movie icon.
Southwest turkey tamale pie
Recipe for a terrific real-Southwest tamale pie with a soft cheesy “crust” to feed four. The kitchen smells soooo good when this is baking!
Sicilian swordfish stew – abondanza!
A fabulous Sicilian fish stew that takes some prep and a lot of focus – keep other people out of the kitchen! Don’t talk on the phone or text anyone or watch TV. Just cook.
Crossword puzzle brain cramping
Election over, and I utterly demolish my very old vow that I wouldn’t talk about my work as a crossword puzzle guy.
Horizons
The horizons we can see… and those we can only imagine.
Applesauce… with no baloney!
“Applesauce” may be a synonym for hogwash or bunkum, but for many I know it’s a staple in their homes for many uses. Here’s a simple, step-by-step recipe for canning a few quarts for yourselves or your friends and neighbors.
