Cook: Grilled Burgers with Cheddar and Caramelized Onions

Grilling is the quintessential method of summer cooking.  Unfortunately, our NYC apartment doesn't allow us the luxury of owning a grill.  On a recent trip to Denver, Colorado, we had a chance to grill up these burgers.  The simplicity of grilling and the amount of flavor that it imparts to the meat convinced us that we need to look for an apartment with outdoor space.  Hopefully we find one -- you'll see many more grilled recipes here if we do!

Cook: Roasted Chicken Breast with Root Vegetables

The local farmers' market had a great selection of in-season root vegetables.  There's something about cooking locally and seasonally that just makes for a better meal.

Recipe after the jump...

Men Can Cook: Quiche Alsacienne

J has been wanting to make a quiche for some time now.  Unfortunately, I had an irrational hatred of quiche, despite never actually eating one ("egg pie?  ew!").  I finally gave in and said I'd try it, if he made it.  I'm officially a quiche lover now!  J's recipe after the jump...

Cook: Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini and Onions

The Second Floor Walkup team is on a New Year's Resolution diet (dog included).  We used FiberGourmet low-cal pasta (130 cals/ serving rather than the usual 200 cals).  With the low-cal pasta, the meal is about 375 calories per serving. This recipe is simple, delicious, nutritious, and affordable!  Recipe after the jump...