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Hi there! I'm Peggy Lampman -
Food writer by trade, curious cook by design. The past 30 years have witnessed a raucous race from my professional to home kitchen - persnickety customers, petulant children and piles of dirty dishes lie in my wake. A scary ride, indeed, but I survived. And the dinnerFeeds - well - they are my story. Welcome to my site! More about Peggy and this site...
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Taste buds prickle; wanderlust triggered. An Argentine barbecue (asado) enticed me to Patagonia. A friend gave me a vial of ground sumac berries--4 months later I was waking at dawn to the "Call To Prayer" in Turkey. Porcini to Tuscany, and so on. Read more about my chronicles of trips and favorite associated recipes. Browse my travel recipes...
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Search Results for: Pork
Pork Belly Tacos
Food fads are generally followed by a backlash: an opposite yet equally fashionable trend suddenly emerges to balance the former. An example: A friend of mine, who previously eschewed anything with an iota of fat, recently extolled the wonderful pork belly dish she enjoyed at a local restaurant. I have to agree with my buddy, … Full recipe post
Maple-Bourbon Beef Brisket
Fall is fast approaching, and summer’s last stand heaves under an abundance of produce. Early September finds the cook in a race against the first frost – canning, drying and spinning the plethora of freshly harvested vegetables and fruit into a tapestry of goodness. We relish these last long evenings, especially when it is warm … Full recipe post
Brined, Grilled Pork Chops
My great aunt Suela had a hog farm and, when I was a child, there was nothing more entertaining than spending a day with her at the farm. The highlight would be her calling the domesticated swine to their slop buckets: “Sue-we!” she shouted, cupping her hands to her mouth. (The “Sue” would be a … Full recipe post
Pork Chops in Beer
I’ve always loved pork chops-especially when they are cooked on the bone. I was nicknamed “chops” as a child for good reason. I’m visiting my brother and sister-in-law and promised to cook them dinner. On their fridge they’ve posted a message: Eat fiber — Drink water. A childhood “tic” of mine persists. When my brother … Full recipe post
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Crumbled Blue Cheese
It is considered within the realms of “proper etiquette” to eat asparagus with one’s fingers. I consulted with “Miss Manners”, whom I consider the authority on matters such as this. According to the web site “lifestyle.msn.com“, Miss Manners answers the burning question…: “Dear Miss Manners, What is the correct way to eat whole cooked asparagus spears? … Full recipe post
Spaghetti Carbonara
Deliciously decadent! And I don’t need to be reminded I ate another deliciously decadent Amalfi coast spaghetti recipe, buttery Spaghetti with Fried Calamari, last week. But never mind; I crave classic Italian comfort foods when the weather is cruddy. Guiliano Bugialli, cookbook author and veritable master of Italian cuisine, specifically instructs not to use bacon when … Full recipe post
Soba Noodles with Teriyaki Meatballs
This is one of those “I can be anything you want me to be” recipes. Skip the teriyaki meatballs and it’s a wonderful Asian noodle salad; served hot, cold or in-between. Or add the meatballs–the meatballs are a wonderful addition to the noodles and incorporate many of the same seasonings as the noodle dish. Put them in, … Full recipe post
Muffaletta (New Orleans Olive and Meat Sandwich)
When traveling with friends and family, experience has taught me to have the group sign off on a “book of rules” before making travel arrangements. We must agree that no offense be taken for those of us who want to “do our own thing”. My “own thing” often involves myopic food quests which may be … Full recipe post
Red Beans and Rice with Andouille
My niece, a grad student at Tulane, loves living in New Orleans. Family trips to this fabled American city have always been more fun because of her “insider” knowledge. Except for the time she took us to Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘n’ Bowl, a live music and dance venue set in the middle of a bowling … Full recipe post
Cajun-Spiced Pork Stuffed with Greens
Detox Resolution Recipe Series: Using whole grains, vegetables, lean meats and healthier fats in recipes that you may find taste really good! Brrrr, baby, it’s cold outside. I thought I’d heat up my honey-pie by cooking him some lean pork spiced with a three-pepper rub, typical of Louisiana cuisine. The finished recipe looks as if … Full recipe post
Roast Pork and Shiitakes Lo Mein
Tonight I’m working magic on yesterday’s dinnerfeed with leftover pork from the Roasted Pork with Rosemary and Garlic. With this Pork Lo Mein, I’m also conjuring up time which I saved from using pre-packed vegetables. Packaged produce “kits” are great time savers and when selecting this dinner route, I generally grab the pre-packs of Asian … Full recipe post
Roast Pork with Rosemary and Garlic
I’m turning my home into a Post-Thanksgiving Week Recovery Center for burnt-out hosts. It’s not exactly the Betty Ford Clinic, though the empty wine bottles in the recycle bin may give pause. I’m taking deep breaths to clear my mind from the frantic pace of house guests, “to-to-and-make” lists, silver polish, linen and refrigerator contents … Full recipe post
Pork Medallions with Pears in a Mustard-Riesling Sauce
“If you do not have a a good wine to use, it is far better to omit it, for a poor one can spoil a good dish and utterly debase a noble one.” Julia Child My good friend, Rebecca, is a wine savant. She’s one of those types who can sniff a glass and tell … Full recipe post
Pulled Pork Barbecue Sliders with Hot Slaw
Eating a good barbecue sandwich is as close as I’ve come in this life to reaching nirvana. With a bow of respect to my yoga instructor, I just can’t seem to tumble into the same state of bliss in meditative poses as I can when I sink my teeth into a perfectly constructed barbecue sandwich. … Full recipe post
