Roasted Red Peppers

Date April 7, 2008

A week or two ago I made roasted red pepper pesto for the second time. It is a delicious pasta sauce (and can probably be served with other foods) that turns out to be very easy to make. The first time I made it I used jarred roasted red peppers and the sauce [...]

Butternut Squash Recipe, Braised

Date March 27, 2008

I don’t usually head for vegetables when deciding what to eat, probably because there isn’t a vegetable that I really love. They are healthy though, so I’ve been making an effort to eat more and try new ones. The last time I went to the grocery store I picked up some butternut squash [...]

The Art of the Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Date March 5, 2008

My first simple recipe for The New Cook is a classic: the grilled cheese sandwich. It may seem a bit easy, but I’ve seen my college roommate live off these and they are always delicious.
The Recipe
What you’ll need for this recipe is two slices of bread, cheese, and butter. Pre-heat a skillet [...]