Boursin & Prosciutto Pastry Bites
There’s something irresistible about an easy appetizer that looks impressive but asks very little of the cook. This Boursin cheese and prosciutto puff pastry is exactly that. Salty prosciutto and creamy Boursin are tucked beneath golden,
White Chocolate Cheesecake Squares with Raspberry Glaze
There’s a very good reason to read through a recipe before making it! I skimmed the recipe and then proceeded to bake. When it came time for the glaze, I didn’t read the part – briskly stir the jam until it is very smooth. Then spread evenly onto top of cheesecake. – I only saw…
Prosciutto-Wrapped Leeks
Leeks are a lovely substitute for those who don’t like onions or can’t tolerate a lot of them in a dish. They are delicate and sweeter in taste than onions (buttery flavor when chopped and sautéed) and are an excellent source of vitamin K and B. Store unwashed and untrimmed leeks in the refrigerator, where…
Salsa di Parmigiano
When I think of salsa, two things immediately come to mind: salsa the dance – olé! – and salsa used in Spanish sauces. It usually refers to a tomato-based sauce but if you dig further, you’ll find that salsa (Spanish for sauce) is not restricted to Latin American countries and can include France, Italy…
Meyer Lemon Sorbet
Sorbet (sɔrˈbeɪ) is a frozen dessert sweetened with water and flavored with fruit juice. The first time I made sorbet was when we were living in Bangkok and I served it as a palate cleanser…what a treat on a sticky, hot day! The next time was last year in the humid heat of New York. …
Super Bowl XLVII Food
The 47th Super Bowl happens this Sunday, 3rd February and food is always at the top of the list. Here are my suggestions. Enjoy! Chipotle and Rosemary Spiced Nuts Calamari with Sea Salt & Chili Classic Barbeque Ribs Red Pepper and Artichoke on Belgium Endive Barbequed Pizza Barbeque Chicken…
Quinoa Salad with Bacon and Lemon Vinaigrette
I love cookbooks and I have an eclectic mix which I have collected over the years as gifts or ones I purchased. My husband and kids all know that if they’re in doubt as to what to get me for Christmas or birthdays…a cookbook will be happily received! I like the ones that are unique,…
Baked Beans & A Tribute To Lunch Hour NYC
Last Fall, after walking by the New York Public Library numerous times, I decided to explore this magnificent-looking building and I am glad I did! On the main level was a tribute to the Quick-Lunch an exhibit you can still see until February 17th. New Yorkers in the early 1900’s were focused on time,…
Oatmeal Molasses Brown Bread
The smell of homemade bread cooking in the oven brings back a floodgate of food memories for me. My mom was always baking and homemade bread was a staple in our house. It’s been years since I made any white bread and even longer for brown. Bread making in my family goes back four generations. …
Hummingbird Cake
This is such a pretty cake it’s hard to imagine any leftovers. And, it’s relatively easy to make. The frosting might take a bit longer if you want to decorate it as shown. I don’t usually bake cakes, not that I don’t like them, but because there’s just the two of us and we’d be…
Shrimp with Garlic and Chili
I had been missing Asian food and when I saw this recipe I knew this was the answer to my hankering. There’s something about a subtle heat/spice that awakens all the senses. I’m not a fan of over-the-top heat or spice especially if it makes me uncomfortable and unable to enjoy what’s on my plate. …
Ooey Gooey Cocoa Brownies!
The brownie was born in the United States and while there are many stories as to its origins, everything points to Fannie Farmer. In 1905 she adapted her chocolate cookie recipe to a chocolate bar cookie baked in a rectangular pan. The brownie is classified as a bar cookie rather than a cake because…
Lentils with Oven-dried Tomatoes and Gorgonzola
In our house, we love lentils thanks to our time in Asia and consuming with much pleasure the Indian dish – dhal. I could eat dhal until the cows come home! Lentils are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber. They also provide slow-burning complex carbohydrates and can increase your energy by replenishing your iron.…