Phillis Carey's Recipe of the Week Email
June 15, 2019

Today is my birthday and no, I won't say how old I am. We are supposedly as young as we feel though some days that is pretty old and on others I'm just getting started! I'm celebrating with family today and it's a perfect day which does include margaritas!

I just want to say that I will miss "The Chew" cooking show. Today was it's last day at Noon on ABC, though they will be playing taped shows all summer. Strangely I have enjoyed it more since Mario was kicked off and I never really liked Daphne but I love, love Clinton Kelly. It was always a few minutes of comic relief to sit down to during lunch and laugh over their food antics.

This bring us to a very sad moment was last week when Anthony Bourdain passed. I have always admired what seemed to be his lust for life and being a part of as much as he could. I loved his rude sense of humor and probably didn't always agree with him but truly he will be missed in the culinary world. His 2 final shows will air this Sunday and next on CNN. Rest in peace Tony!

It's been a busy time for me the last couple of weeks with my Sicily Tour becoming available and new classes to post as welling as preparing for the Diva/Queen event which is only 10 days away. I haven't shared any recipes for a bit so this week is the extravaganza-- 4 recipes . Maybe there is still time to include one or two for Father's Day Celebration.

The Pupusa recipe is from my Street Food class along with the Blackberry Mule. Besides making the Pupusas in class I also prepared the recipe for my son and his girlfriend--it's perfect for a vegan meal when you substitute refried black beans for the cheese filling and add a bit of crumbled cooked soyriso to the presentation. Oh, and I changed the slaw by adding some corn and spinach too. So it's the same recipe you'll find here but then again, it's not. The Pupusas are really easy to make, so much easier than tortillas though it's the same dough. Do try these sometime when you want to have some cooking fun!

I included the Blackberry Mule as an option for a Father's Day cocktail this Sunday. It's quite refreshing on a warm day or really any day!

The Miso Honey Salmon from my Spice Class is a really easy dish to prepare and I wanted to also include a recipe that was quick and easy. The only thing is you have to find and buy Miso, which keeps for years in your refrigerator, by the way. I usually use the White Miso that's available at Sprouts so it's not that hard to find--no excuses. The Wasabi Ginger Aioli is so good with the bit of fresh lime juice and zest added to perk it up. It's good on just about anything, even as a vegie dip.

The Blueberry Cheesecake Galette is pretty easy too, but you do have to prepare the crust--no store bought for this tart. The crust is just so tasty on its own and with the added cheesecake filling and the blueberries it makes the perfect dessert. Enjoy these recipes.

So SICILY-- here's a day-to-day description of everything we'll be doing. Once you read this you'll really want to join us. I keep trying to explain Sicily to people, trying to give them a true feel for the place--it's hard. It has its cosmopolitan cities and is still blessed with small towns that look just they did 50 years ago. And the food--oh my! Combine the flavors from cuisines all around the Mediterranean and that's Sicilian cuisine with seafood being the prominent protein and lots of cured meats too! And did you know that Cannoli originated in Sicily? Anyway, I'm excited to return and hope you can join us. My brother and sister will be traveling with us too--my great-grandfather was born in Sicily so we will be exploring our roots! Here's the flyer that includes pricing and how to sign up for this fabulous trip for April 2019. You'll notice a second page to the flyer that mentions a side trip to Emilia Romagna--this is optional but exceptional!

All my new Summer/Fall Cooking Classes are listed below or click here. Look over the classes and let me know if you see a class or two you'd like to sign up for. All the info is below.

VOLUNTEERS--I am always looking for volunteers to help out in my classes in Solana Beach and Encinitas. I have several amazing assistants but it's nice to have extras to fill in empty spots. If you are interested in learning new recipes while helping out in the kitchen, do let me know by simply replying to this email or emailing me at philliscarey@aol.com. You will receive a copy of all the recipes as well as at least a taste, and often more, of the food prepared in class. It's work, but fun too!

Happy Father's Day to all you fathers. Looks like the weather will be fine this Sunday, at least in San Diego. Maybe a BBQ is in your future.

Enjoy your week and eat well! Phillis
Recipes of the Week
June 15, 2018

This week I've included several recipes, two of which have been requested on either facebook or instagram where I'd only posted a picture. The other two are favorites from the last 2 weeks of classes. Do try these and do enjoy them!

Click here for a printable version
of these recipes:

BLACKBERRY MULE COCKTAIL

MISO HONEY SALMON
WITH WASABI GINGER AIOLI 

SALVADORIAN CHEESE STUFFED PUPUSAS WITH CORTIDO

BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE GALETTE 

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“No Cook” Warm Weather Sauces for Grilled Entrees
Monday, July 9 at 6 pm in Encinitas        $53
Tuesday, July 10 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla          $55
Gazpacho Salsa on Reverse-Grilled Top Sirloin with a Smoked Paprika Rub;
Moroccan-Spiced Grilled Chicken Breasts with Green Harissa;
Fresh Summer Tomato Sauce with Grilled Garlic Shrimp, Basil, Kalamata Olives and Feta;
Grilled Salmon Fillets with Sweet Mustard Sauce on Sautéed Spicy Spinach;
Fresh Raspberry Panna Cotta.

Burger Time                                              
Monday, July 16 at 6 pm in
Solana Beach        $53
Jalapeno Popper, Bacon Wrapped Burgers with Cilantro on a Brioche Bun;
Korean BBQ Sauced Burger with Napa Cabbage and Cucumber Slaw on a Sesame Bun;
Greek Turkey Burgers with Feta, Kalamata Olives and Yogurt Dill Spread on Pita Bread;
Bacon-Beef Burger with Grilled Onions and Catalina Dressing on a Ciabatta Roll;
Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies.

Summery Low Carb Cooking              
Monday, July 23 at 6 pm in
Encinitas               $53
Tuesday, July 24 at 6 pm in
La Jolla                $55
Bacon Wrapped Avocado Fries with Lemon-Pepper Ranch Dressing;
Tequila Marinated Skirt Steak Carne Asada Tacos with Cheese Wafer “Tortillas”;
Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Pesto, Chicken, Black Olives and Heirloom Tomatoes With Cheesy Garlic Flatbread;
Lemon Butter-Basted Salmon with Dill Beurre Blanc;
Addictive Chocolate Chip Walnut Meringue Cookies.

Summer Chicken Hot Off the Grill       
Monday, July 30 at 6 pm in Encinitas               $53
Tuesday, July 31 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla          $55
Strawberry, Bacon and Grilled Chicken Salad with a Ginger-Orange Dressing, Pecans and
Goat Cheese;
Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken Breasts with Creamy Black Beans;
Indian-Spiced Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mango Raita;
Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Sauce and Cooling Watermelon and Jicama Salad with a Citrus Dressing;
Fresh Raspberry Ricotta Cake.

Fresh Summer Cooking               
Monday, August 6 at 6 pm in Encinitas          $53    
Tuesday, August 7 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla       $55
Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Parmesan with Fresh Basil and Fontina;
Bacon and Fresh Tomato Tart with Cheddar Topping and a Buttery Crust;
Lemony Brined Chicken Breasts with Fresh Tarragon Blackberry Relish;
Cowboy Shrimp, Pinto Beans and Bacon on Fresh Corn Grits;
Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Quesadillas with Strawberry Sauce.


Labor Day Party Time                          
Monday, August 13 at 6 pm in
Solana Beach  $55
Tuesday, August 14 at 6 pm in
La Jolla            $55
Watermelon Sangria with Blueberry Float;
Cheesy Shrimp Garlic Bread;
Greek Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak with Garlic Yogurt Sauce;
BLT Salad with Grilled Corn and Buttermilk Parmesan Dressing;
Grilled Potato Salad with Red Onion-Parsley Vinaigrette Topped with Salt and Vinegar Chips;
Coconut Cream Chocolate Ice Box Cake with Almonds.
Country Cooking Around the USA       
Monday, August 20 at 6 pm in Encinitas          $54
Tuesday, August 21 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla     $55
Tex-Mex Rubbed Flank Steak with Chili Lime Cowboy Caviar and Crunchy Fritos;
Grilled Chicken Breasts with Alabama White BBQ Sauce;
Maine Blueberry Pinot Noir BBQ Sauced Pork Tenderloin;
Kansas City Baby Back Ribs with a Brown Sugar Rub and Smoky BBQ Sauce;
St. Louis Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake.

Learn-a-Lunch— Fall is in the Air
Thursday, September 6 at Noon to 1 pm in Encinitas  $43
White Cheddar Cauliflower Soup with Chives;
Maple Balsamic Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin;
Warm Roasted Mushroom and Green Bean Farro Salad;
Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Torte.

Autumn in Wine Country                     
Monday, September 10 at 6 pm in Encinitas             $55
Tuesday, September 11 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla           $55
Sparkling Amaretto Sours;
Puff Pastries with Seared Pears, Prosciutto, Arugula and Blue Cheese;
Filet Mignon with Buttery Horseradish Mustard Sauce with Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms;
Fennel Crusted Salmon with Pinot Noir Sauce with Goat Cheese Potato Mash;
Toasted Almond Torte with Fresh Plum Compote.

Fast Everynight Fall Cooking 
Monday, September 17 at 6 pm in
Solana Beach          $55
Tuesday, September 18 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla           $55
Caprese Baked Fanfare Chicken Breasts with Balsamic Glaze;
Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon with Roasted Corn and Arugula Toss with Honey Mustard Dressing;
Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Smoky Apricot-Soy Glaze and Roasted Sesame Baby Broccoli;
Tortillas Crusted Southwestern Salsa Chicken with Lime and Hot Pepper Cheese;
Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting.

Quick Meals Using Rotisserie Chicken Monday, September 24 at 6 pm in Encinitas                 $55
Tuesday, September 25 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla           $55
Green Goddess Panzanella Chicken Salad with Celery, Roasted Red Peppers and Olives;
Quick Mole Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream, Scallions and Cotija Cheese;
BBQ Chicken Calzone with Smoked Gouda, Red Onions and Cilantro;
Quick Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Stew with Frito and Crema Toppings;
Carrot Cake Blondies with Cheesecake Swirl.

Cruising the Mediterranean                 
Monday, October 1 at 6 pm in Encinitas           $55
Tuesday, October 2 at 11:30 am in
La Jolla      $55
Spanish Shrimp with Garlic, Sherry and Crusty Bread;
Quick Sausage Cassoulet with White Beans and Herbes de Provence;
Spatchcocked Roasted Chicken with Chermoula Sauce and Warm Lentil Salad with Grapes, Pistachio Nuts and Mint;
Sicilian Steak with Salmoriglio Sauce/Marinade and Orange and Red Onion Spinach Salad with Castevetrano Olives;
Caprese Chocolate Almond Torta with Almond-Scented Cream.

Insta-Pot Cooking                       
Monday, October 8 at 6 pm in Encinitas           $55.
Butternut Squash and Sausage Soup with Fried Sage Leaves (Chicken Stock cooked in InstaPot);
Pulled Pork with Bourbon-Peach BBQ Sauce;
Italian Rosemary Chicken Stew with Ham, Mushrooms and White Beans (beans cooked in InstaPot);
Ale Beef Stew with Potatoes, Carrots, Peas and a Mustard Kick;
Pumpkin Custard Cups.
Class Locations:
ENCINITAS  Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
1221 Encinitas Blvd. * Encinitas, CA 92024
SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. * Solana Beach, CA 92075
The  LA JOLLA  Community Center
6811 La Jolla Blvd. * La Jolla, CA 92037
For more info or to learn more about Phillis Carey,
Visit her website: phillis-carey.blogspot.com