Meatless Monday

Meatless Monday

Cooking this vegetarian dish, Pinakbet with Tofu reminds me of my dad's vegetable garden. Dad, an avid gardener, grew all kinds of vegetables in our backyard. My dad came from a poor family, so gardening for my dad's family was not a hobby to enjoy, but a means to put food on the table. Growing up, I had fond memories of the times he would have me pick some vegetables like tomatoes, green beans, and eggplants, and they would be part of a wonderful meal he himself would cook.

“Anything made with love—bam!—it’s a beautiful meal.” – Emeril Lagasse

Beef Steak and Onion

This scrumptious meal is inspired by the popular Filipino cuisine, Bistek Tagalog, that my father often cooked. It was a staple dish in our household when I was growing up. I love it so much that it is a favorite food for me to take for my school lunch. In this version, I cut down on the soy sauce so it is not as dark and salty as the original.

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Recchiuti Chocolate Bars

I have one of those sweet tooth attacks. I'm having one of my current favorite chocolate bars.

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Breakfast Frittata

I usually skip breakfast. We should make time to slow down and appreciate a good breakfast.

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Grilled Pork Chop with Vegetables and Rice

It's that time of the year when I often see my neighbors firing up their grill. I can't say I'm a grillmaster yet, but I don't think I do too badly.

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Maki Sushi Rolls

I'm not feeling well today, so I ordered some maki rolls for my "feel good meal", aka treat today.

“People who love to eat are always the best people.” – Julia Child