California Rice Bowl
Peter B. Allen Peter B. Allen

California Rice Bowl

This is a fast, mid-week, satisfying meal that looks pretty when you serve it in the bowl. There are lots of substitution options for this meal, which makes it great for last minute dinner!

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Joe’s special
Peter B. Allen Peter B. Allen

Joe’s special

A San Francisco classic. This is a quick, satisfying meal we make when it’s dinnertime but nothing has been done!

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Ruth’s Meatloaf
Peter B. Allen Peter B. Allen

Ruth’s Meatloaf

This is my mom’s meatloaf recipe, with a basting practice I picked up from Joy of Cooking. The measurements are a little haphazard, but that’s the way mom gave me the recipe. You’ll want to make it your own.

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Phebe’s Classic Ham and Bean Soup
Peter B. Allen Peter B. Allen

Phebe’s Classic Ham and Bean Soup

This is the stove top method, but if you prefer making things in the slow cooker and/or insta-cooker, the ingredients would be the same. Adjust the cooking method as you see fit. 

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