April 2010

There's something infinitely comforting about having at-the-ready packages of meal starters stowed in the freezer. Especially when they've been acquired on sale. They are the items that I don't always remember to put on my weekly grocery list, but when I spot 'em in the freezer section (on sale!), I don't think twice: ravioli, tortellini, pierogies. Sometimes gnocchi.

Leftover rice, onion, anchovies, shiitake mushrooms.  This is what Pat had on hand when she sent me her fridge pic. Today is part #3 of our ongoing series that gives a peek into other people’s fridges—plus some ideas of what to make for dinner. We can all use some help there, right?

Today's blog is short and sweet, just like the contest it kicks off. Want to win a full pound of Adobo? Leave a comment here and share a food that's in your fridge that could use some extra flavor. Is it last night's pasta? Is it that flavorless pork loin? How about those blah veggies?

Don't worry: it's way easier to make than it is to spell (and even easier to eat)! This is one of my favorite condiments of all time. Sure, it has the sun-dappled Greek Isles to thank for inspiration, but it really does go with just about any food you throw at it. Chicken fajitas. Salads. Grilled beef or salmon. Tacos. Meatballs. Nachos. Heck, why not soup, spaghetti, and baked beans?