Balsamic Fig Rosemary Caramelized Nut Prosciutto Galette

I have long been a fan of Boursin cheese.I remember noshing on the treat even as a little kid! (Yes, gourmet everything runs through my veins 👑).When I recently discovered the Balsamic Fig edition of the creamy, Gournay cheese spread, my mind immediately began to calculate all the possible ways to consume this royal delight…

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Hazelnut Gingerbread Holiday Tart

All the flavors of the holiday season: buttery spicy gingerbread (shortbread too) with toasted hazelnuts, vanilla cream cheese frosting, dried cranberries, and sugared rosemary. Not only does this fantastical dessert sound dreamy, present as the best Christmas dessert on earth, but the flavors and textures are out of this world. What are you serving for…

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Lemons, Rainbows, and Sprouts

I struggled to find a name for this gorgeous gem of a meal. The sweet tart zing of a lemon, the deep, rich hues of rainbow carrots, and the bright and lively green of fresh baby Brussels sprouts bring a presentation of color. and delight all together for a smorgasbord of vegetable delight. If it…

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Rosemary Lamb Chops

Oops. I was so hungry and the chops were so delicious that I actually forgot to whip out the camera to record the finish product.  Consumption was imminent. And, after cooking for my parents for a few days, my mother made the comment, “Do we have to wait for photos before eating at every meal?”…

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Fresh Rosemary and Venison

I truly delight in fresh rosemary.  The aroma elicits a sense of joy, pleasure, and lightness.  Yet, simultaneously, the herb is so very grounding.  I also just love the fact that rosemary trees can be purchased around Christmas time – just to add a little “extra Christmas” to the mix.  Rosemary is not quite as…

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