Lemon Posset
It’s almost impossible to believe that lemon posset, a silky soft dessert, shares a name with a medieval cure-all of hot curdled milk and ale. Prescribed as a cold remedy throughout the 14th and 15th centuries, the original posset was more medicine cabinet than dessert bowl. Thank the ingenuity of 19th-century British chefs for rescuing…
Cold Asparagus Soup
This an an easy recipe to follow and is without cream for those who are lactose intolerant. I enjoy preparing meals that take little effort and taste great. Asparagus is a nutrient-rich veggie full of vitamins as well as anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant benefits. Serves 4 one large leek, washed and choppedclove of garlic, chopped 4…
Fresh Cherry Relish and Goat Cheese Crostini
It’s been a sticky, hot Memorial Day weekend. Summer officially arrives on the 20th of June but it already feels as though it’s here. Warmer weather equals relaxed cooking – less time in the kitchen (hopefully) and more time devoted to being outdoors. This appetizer is super easy to throw together and the flavors will…
Avocado, Fennel and Grapefruit Salad with Grilled Shrimp
What to make for dinner on a Friday evening when you don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen? A salad! Salads can be whipped up in no time, they’re packed with vitamins and minerals, and you can add whatever you like or whatever is in the fridge that needs to be used before…
Smashed Potato Cakes with Watercress and Mascarpone
My husband loves his spuds but I can go a long time without eating one. Over the years I seemed to have drifted away from this starchy, tuberous crop. Don’t get me wrong, I love mashed potatoes with gravy from a good roast, french fries, potato chips or when I make gnocchi…I just don’t share…
Seared Scallops with Warm Radicchio and Pancetta
Radicchio (rah-DEE-kee-oh) is a garden plant from the north of Italy and is also known as red chicory. It offers a spicy bitterness that can add a bite to dishes when used raw, or that can be tamed through grilling or roasting. Radicchio is a good source of vitamin B and vitamin C, calcium and…
Corn On The Cob – a cool and super easy way to cook it!
Whenever I open my mail I scan through the inbox looking at the subject titles to see which ones merit opening first…I’m sure those reading this post do the same thing. A few weeks ago a friend of mine, April, sent me an email on how to cook corn in the microwave but what really…
Pear Fritters with Lemon and Ginger
I have to admit that growing up I wasn’t too keen on pears. But as an adult I have come to enjoy them in savory and sweet dishes. Pears are not only juicy and sweet but are a good source of vitamin C and copper (helps protect the body from free radical damage). They’re also…
Jacques Selosse Champagne and HôteLes Avisés
John and I returned home yesterday from a trip to Paris…a bit of business and a bit of pleasure (more pleasure for me as John had business meetings every day). It was a quick trip, 4 nights, but I didn’t care! I have been wanting to go to France for a very long time and…
Gruyère-Crusted Leeks and Apples
I love the combination of leeks and apples…they pair well together and top it off with cheese – a match made in foodie heaven! Leeks are related to garlic and onions and are chock-full of nutrients. They have a delicate flavor and a sweeter taste than onions. You may have noticed ‘ramps’ in the produce…
Zucchini Ribbon Salad
A while ago I stumbled upon Proud Italian Cook whilst viewing Pinterest. I like Marie’s style and this dish of hers (posted on Pinterest) jumped off the page. I knew I had to make it. The ingredients are healthy, delicious, and the amounts, well, that all depends on what tickles your fancy! This salad is…
Red Pepper Chili
I have tried a few chili recipes over the years but this one really makes your taste buds stand up and take notice of the textures and spices. And, I did not miss the meat! Quinoa has a pleasant, slightly crunchy, nutty taste. It can be used in salads, stuffing’s, risotto’s, breakfast cereal, desserts. It…
Thyme-Roasted Parsnips and Pears
Another scrumptious recipe from Ripe. I have enjoyed this color-drenched cookbook and because it’s that good I have attached a quick video of the book. Once you view the video you’ll soon see why I love it. I’m a advocate for mixing things up and combining food groups that perhaps in the past were considered…