Tuna in Tuxedos

When you fall off the horse, get back in the saddle. Simple, clichéd advice for life’s failures or lapses in good habits. I haven’t posted a word since May 23rd. So I’m climbing back into my blogging saddle with a simple little canter around the kitchen — I mean a quick and easy recipe.

Tuna in Tuxedos

Tuna in Tuxedos is a light yet nutritious meal for a hot summer evening (if you can bear having a pot of water boiling) when you have a well-stocked pantry. I completed my meal with a bowl of mixed baby greens dressed in a herb-citrus vinaigrette and a few slices of a 12-grain fennel seed loaf. And a glass of medium-bodied, fruity red wine.

Greek Spinach Rice: Spanakorizo

I have a friend from my MBA studies who makes her life in the hospitality industry. She’s Canadian, born of Hungarian parents and lives on the Greek island of Crete. When I planned to take a stab at making a Greek-style rice dish (to enjoy with Greek-Style Roasted Chicken), I had the brilliant idea of writing to Agnes.

“What type of rice is most commonly used in Greek cooking?” Her answer — ‘Karolina’ brand or Arborio used for making risotto — was the critical element in making this recipe a big success. I have scaled down The Ultimate Guide to Greek Food‘s recipe for Spinach Rice for the Savvy Single kitchen.

Greek Spinach Rice — Spanakorizo

The creamy-tasting rice cooks up quickly and is nutritionally enhanced by the power of spinach. A squirt of fresh lemon juice and a slice of Feta cheese on top make this a dish that sparkles beside the roast chicken.