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Carlo’s Fresh Salmon

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I moved to the Bay Area at the tender age of 24, after living in Phoenix for a few years.  At the same, Phoenix was loaded with mainly fast food, and strip mall restaurants.  I thought an evening out that consisted of “great” food, meant a meal from a monster chain restaurant served that was more »

Lean Meats and Fish

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Beginning of a new year;  beginning to a slimmer waistline.  I am not sure about you, but I know, that I can definitely afford to drop a few after weeks of overindulging. This does not mean that I need to cut out meaty meals.  Instead, I am looking forward to enjoying leans meats and fish. more »

Salt Croquettes (Revised)

Last week I wrote about a favorite holiday dish in my Basque family’s home.  Today I am sharing with you a favorite Portuguese holiday dish, that Lenny’s family always serves.  One of my favorite dishes that is always served at Christmas time is the salt cod croquette.  It is a little fried piece of heaven. more »

Basque Style Clams

This week at the Back Burner we are sharing family recipes and/or traditions that are served during the Christmas holiday.  My mother’s side of the family is Spanish Basque and food was a big part of our lives.  One dish that I remember being served during the holiday season was Basque Style Clams.  I have more »