Authentic Oxtail Pho (Phở đuôi bò) & my Vietnamese grandmother

Pho, or Vietnamese noodle soup, has gained much popularity in the U.S. over the last couple of decades. The big cities on the west coast, populated with so many Asian immigrants and with a constant influx of tourists, have turned pho into a hip, cool dish to eat. Many of my school friends would have…

The Best Oxtail Stew Ever

I’ve been feeling rather brave lately and venturing into new foods. Specifically, we’ve been trying different cuts of meat. So far we’ve tried beef heart and quail, and this month, I bought an oxtail! Also, if you’ve been keeping up with me on Facebook, you know that I’ve been reading the Little House series by…

Parippu Lentils

This lentils dish has gotten rave reviews from everyone who’s tried it, and the amazing part is, IT’S INCREDIBLY EASY and only takes 25 minutes to prepare! You basically throw everything into a pot, saute some onions, mix those two things together, and voila! A side dish that will last you days in leftovers! This…