Quick “Pickled” Jicama with Ginger and Lime: A Healthy, Tangy, Crunchy Snack, Side, or Condiment

When I brought home a lovely pachyrhizus erosus (a.k.a. jicama) a couple of weeks ago, I wasn't sure just what I was going to do with it. Not because I didn't have ideas, but because I couldn't decide which one to try. Baked jicama fries? Raw jicama fries? Roasted jicama? Spicy raw jicama chips? Stir-fry? Jicama … Continue reading Quick “Pickled” Jicama with Ginger and Lime: A Healthy, Tangy, Crunchy Snack, Side, or Condiment

Super Bowl Snack Idea: Oven “Fried” Pickles

Are you gearing up for the big game this weekend?  Anyone throwing a big Super Bowl bash?  I'm sure some of you out there are putting together your shopping lists and looking for some simple ideas for party food.  Amongst all the chips and dips and store-bought snackies, these delicious, crispy coated pickle spears will stand apart … Continue reading Super Bowl Snack Idea: Oven “Fried” Pickles