23 Monday Dec 2019
Posted in Pie, raisins, sour cream
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all-purpose flour, bourbon, cane sugar, cider vinegar, eggs, heavy cream, pie crust, raisins, Spices, vanilla etract
My mother came from a long line of damn fine cooks. Some cooked meat well, others were bakers. I always think of Aunt Mary as a baker. Though I suspect she could make a mean pot roast. She made this pie. It was her little bit of heaven, and it is a culinary delight to behold. Continue reading
03 Tuesday Dec 2019
Posted in Beef, Braising, Comfort Food, Fennel, Figs, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Onions, Orange, Pressure Cooking, Stew, Sun-dried
I’ve been reading this really interesting cookbook, ****************. Actually, it’s less of a cookbook, though they have some wonderful recipes, and more of a reference work. At least for me it is. The authors are a chef and a specialist in scents. What a combination, right? Continue reading
02 Monday Dec 2019
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basil leaves, bay leaves, bouillon cubes, cabbage, Carrots, Celery, dried herbs, dried mushrooms, fennel bulb, Garlic, kidney beans, Leeks, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, red bell pepper, Spinach, Sun-dried, zucchini
With flu season upon us with a vengeance, I thought this was a good time of year to make a brothy, vegetable soup. There are a few beans tossed in, but they were more of an afterthought. This soup is all about vegetables, is slightly salty and will warm you to your bones. Continue reading
16 Saturday Nov 2019
Posted in Apples, Bread, Gluten Free Option, Holiday Fare, Side Dishes
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apple, Asiago cheese, bacon, Celery, cornbread, cremini mushrooms, dried cranberries, Garlic, herbs, Leeks, Orange
This is a slightly fruity version of cornbread dressing, but with savory flavors dancing around in the back. Cornbread and apple compliment each other, then throw in the bacon and cheese that temper the sweetness and add a lovely savory aspect. Continue reading
09 Saturday Nov 2019
Posted in Celery, Garlic, Gluten Free, Legumes, Make Ahead, Onions, Orange, Peppers, Side Dishes, Spinach, Vegetarian
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bell pepper, Celery, cilantro, dry white wine, Lentils, olive oil, Onions, Orange, sherry vinegar, Spices, Spinach
Lentils make a nice “bed” for some lovely roasted chicken. Or a piece of grilled fish or pork chop. Think lentils, instead of rice, pasta or potatoes. And lentils offer some terrific vitamins and minerals, too. Oh yes, did I mention they are also delicious? Continue reading
16 Friday Aug 2019
Posted in Eggplant, Gluten Free, grapes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
Vini da Arturo, in Venice, makes this incredibly simple, but delicious dish. It’s perfect for summer and it’s gets better the next day. Bring this to the next potluck BBQ. Continue reading
14 Wednesday Aug 2019
Posted in Dairy, Desserts, Fruit, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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cane sugar, condensed milk, corn syrup, eggs, evaporated milk, half and half, vanilla extract, yellow cake
Tres Leches is the perfect dessert for entertaining. It’s rich, delicious and must be made ahead of time. Did I mention it’s mind-bendingly delicious? You really can’t overstate the delicious-ness quotient. Continue reading
15 Monday Jul 2019
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cooked chicken, Dijon mustard, dried cranberries, fruit, Ham, herbs, lime juice, lime zest, mayonnaise, Pickles, Scallions, tomato
You know how The Goddess is always going on about leftovers, right? Well, she decided that it might be helpful, if she posted some of the things she does with her leftovers. This Chicken Salad uses leftover Cumin-Garlic-Lime Chicken with Honey. Continue reading
06 Saturday Jul 2019
Posted in Appetizers, Apples, Gluten Free, Ground pork
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apple juice concentrate, apples, bourbon, dried cranberries, dry potato flakes, egg, Ground pork, heavy cream, herbs, Shallots, Spices
Small meatballs are a great tapa. This is a really nice blend to form into patties for breakfast sausages, either with or without the mustard-cream sauce…though, you know…it’s all about the sauce! Or it should be. Continue reading
22 Saturday Jun 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Strawberries, Vinaigrettes
It’s spring. Finally! I did think it might not arrive. And with spring comes fiddleheads, ramps, asparagus, and strawberries. I was in the local supermarket and they had a sample of a goat cheese salad with roasted strawberries. It was good, but the strawberries were, shall we say, lacking…it’s a texture thing. But I liked the idea of roasted strawberries, so I decided to make a vinaigrette with them. Continue reading
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