Posts by joanne
Check out my segment from the Rachael Ray show!
On March 6th I was on the Rachael Ray show giving pointers about how to get more bang for your buck when you dine out, and also revealing a few tricks to make restaurant quality food at home (at one tenth the price). Here’s what I had to say.
Cooking questions? Go to my new "Sara's Weeknight Meals" You Tube site.
Now you can find answers to some of your toughest cooking questions all at one place, my “Sara’sWeeknight Meals” You Tube site. Here is the link. This collection of my videos will give you step-by-step directions on How to Carve a Bird, How to Season a Wok, How to Make Hot Chocolate…
Join me on Monday, March 9 at the NY Restaurant Show!
On Monday, March 9, from 12:30 to 1:30 pm, you’ll find me at the Culinary Demonstration Theater (Booth 2267) of the International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York. The theater (AKA the Food Trends Demonstration Theater) is an educational, interactive and entertaining area for restaurant and foodservice professionals attending the show. I will discuss…
Creole Spice Mix
Makes about 1/2 cup 4 teaspoons hot paprika 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.…
Mardi Gras Recipe Collection
Mardi Gras is all about good food and you can make it a celebration no matter where you are. Each year at this time I pull out some of my favorite Creole- and Cajun-inspired recipes and head for the kitchen. Here’s my Mardi Gras Recipe Collection: Cheatin’ Jambalaya (recipe) Red…
You can help Northeast FLAVOR magazine produce a special collector's issue!
My friends at Northeast FLAVOR magazine have an exciting announcement! Today they are launching their Kickstarter campaign, and as one of their culinary advisors, I’m excited to be able to offer personally inscribed cookbooks as one of the rewards. Follow this link to learn more and help spread the word!…
Pancetta: What is Pancetta and how do you cook it?
Marvin e-mailed the Kitchen Shrink that he had enjoyed scallops with pancetta at a restaurant and wondered what pancetta is, how you cook it, and where to buy it. Although pancetta is often called Italian bacon, it is somewhat different from American bacon in that it is made only from pork…
My Valentine's Day Dinner for Two
It’s not too soon to start thinking about Valentine’s Day and there is no nicer valentine for your valentine any night of the year, than a homemade meal and a nice bottle of wine. Going out to a restaurant is what everyone else does, flowers and a box of chocolates…
Need menu help for the big game? Check out my Super Bowl Recipe Collection.
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here. Avocados are ripening on the counter and party menus drafted. At this time each year I get requests from viewers who need last minute help finding crowd friendly party recipes so I’ve assembled some of my favorites in a special Super Bowl Recipe Collection. Take…
Here's a favorite salsa for the next two big football Sundays!
With Pro Bowl and Super Bowl Sundays almost here, it is time to start ripening your avocados and planning your party menus. Salma and Savannah’s Salsa isn’t your usual guacamole. The combination of a cooked tomatillo sauce with chunks of avocado, chopped green onions, and cilantro creates an experience that guests…