Pesto
Pesto – nothing reminds me of summer like fresh pesto
Month: July 2015
Fall 2015 Favorites
I am in love with 2 collections for Fall 2015. Sadly, I have only taken the time now to look fully at the collections.
The Lowly Brussel Sprouts
I used to hate brussel sprouts – they were often overcooked and bitter. Until a well-known Bay area chef showed me the right way to prepare them, and now I love them.
Chicken and Soba – a cold noodle dish
The last thing I want to have on a hot summer day is a hot dish. I found this soba noodle salad in a magazine a while back and have made some modifications on it.
Caramel Pot de Creme
Lately I’ve been on a caramel kick. This is our current go-to for dessert for dinner parties. It’s usually one of the following I serve: Caramel Pot de Crème, Salted Caramel & Chocolate Mousse, or Panna Cotta with Balsamic ‘Glaze’.
Bolognese
There are many, many variations of Bolognese out there in recipe books and websites. My version uses Italian sausage and ground chuck, both of which make for a fattier and more flavorful sauce.
Linguine with Clams
I’m a true believer that bacon enhances dishes like no other ingredients.
Olive Oil Cake
This cake – my favorite these days – easy to make and is a hit with everyone, even my dad.
Peru
A truly inspiring country and people. I will never forget this trip. Magical.
New Beginnings
Birds build and abandon these nests every year. Once the birds are done rearing their young, the nests are abandoned and picked up by me.
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