Ever since the dawn of time, the Dutch have boiled their Brussels sprouts. What people especially loved to do, is boil them into oblivion so you were left with a foul smelling green mush. Not great. I am fortunate enough to have two parents who know how to boil them to perfection so unlike many…
Category: Vegetables
The Kitchen Takeover – Macaroni di Mama
If you think you know comfort food, think again. My mom’s macaroni beats everything. It’s for those days when you’ve gone cycling to work in the rain and when you drove home it was still raining. For the days when the whole word seems to be against you. The days when you’re way too tired…
Couscous with Roasted Pumpkin
How’s the weather where you live? Here in The Netherlands it’s quite strange actually. Just like the last couple of years, summer started late, so we’ve had a pretty warm September. Thankfully, there have been some colder days and I can wear my beloved sweaters again. I am so looking forward to a cold winter…
Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt and Oregano
I remember the first time I ever ate sweet potatoes in my life. It was on a hot summer’s day while I was on a holiday with my parents in the US. More specifically, we were seated on the terrace of our hotel’s restaurant in Mackinac Island, Michigan, overlooking the magnificent Lake Huron. We were…
Broccoli Salad with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
Summertime means salads. Light and fresh meals or side dishes that are quick to make and even quicker to eat (because they’re so delicious). One of my favourites is this Broccoli Salad with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts.
Dutch White Asparagus with Ham, Eggs, & Melted Butter
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Time for the White Gold, the Dutch pride; the white asparagus. These wonderful stalks of deliciousness are best somewhere between the beginning of April and the end of June. When exactly can the asparagus be harvested, completely depends on the temperature of the ground. Harsh winters make…
Basil and Oil 