In another frenzy of cleaning out my kitchen cupboards and refrigerator, I came across a lovely little jar of cornichons. (Cornichon: These minuscule sour French pickles are: 1. adorable; 2. absolutely delicious; and 3. very useful.) I remember using them for a specific recipe a while back…but now I can’t remember which recipe it was. Oh…
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Very similar to the cilantro version of this soup I created a few months ago, I was presented with the opportunity to cater a dinner party and really wanted THAT SOUP, but had a few of those genetic cilantro soap tasters in the group. Thus, I amended…and it was great. Sweet Potato Lime Basil Soup…
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I’ve been dying to use up the roasted and peeled chestnuts I picked up over the holidays. It saddens me so when things so delicious and delicate are only available for purchase a few short days of the year. I covet them…and then I somewhat hoard them. This time I’ve decided to relinquish my grip…
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Fall is in the air. Actually, it’s HERE. Physically here. Fall is my very favorite season, as you know, other than the fact that it stands as the forerunner and sure sign of the bitter cold to come. Aside from all that, the winter produce and shift from light summer delights enthralls me. As does…
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They say chicken soup is for the soul. Indeed, it is. Nourishing, soothing, satisfying… It’s also known as the “Jewish Penicillin.” And, I do believe, it’s the very best when served from the pot of a fellow loving soul… Whether that be Mom, Dad, friend, neighbor, or otherwise. I simply love standing in the kitchen,…
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I was so looking forward to a garden full of squash this year. Alas, my less than green gardening thumb elicited only a few carrot sprouts, a pitiful summer squash bouquet, and a boatload of tomatoes and potatoes. Needless to say, I’m a bit disappointed, but willing to search the cellar for last year’s leftover…
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