Rather than a sweet pastry, I prefer to bake savory pastries most of the time. Often composed of homemade pie crust and utterly delicious, salubrious fillings, this time I opted for a flaky puff pastry crust to encase gorgeous Boursin cheese, fresh cherry tomatoes, Botija dried olives, shredded chicken, and preserved lemon slices. Drizzle with a touch of onion-infused…
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Cheddar and Ranchera Salsa Enchiladas – Soft flour tortillas are smothered in a creamy yet bold and flavorful sauce and filled with creamy beans, spicy salsa, and melty cheddar cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for a casual family dinner or an impromptu gathering of friends. Let’s get real, folks – everyone craves tacos and…
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In the words of Joanne Chang: When I started working at Payard Pâtisserie in New York City, I had already been a pastry chef in Boston for a few years. I couldn’t wait to see what this French guy could teach me. On my first day, I was handed a stack of recipes—all in French—and…
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There are truly so many components to this dish that coming up with an adequate name, without fumbling over too many words in the title, proved to be more than a challenge. I like a challenge. But this time, I simply gave up. The sauce was inspired by the last of the Meyer Lemons for…
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