Posts Tagged ‘thyme’
Caramelized Endive with Gruyère
Cultivated chicory is found in these three categories: Radicchio – variegated red or red and green leaves Sugarloaf – looks like cos lettuce with packed leaves Belgian endive – small head of cream-colored, slightly bitter leaves Belgian endive is grown completely underground or indoors in the absence of sunlight in order to prevent the leaves…
Read MoreMushroom and Herb Polenta
Anthropologie is a favorite shop I like to frequent. It’s an interesting mix of clothing, accessories, gifts and home décor all which draw me in…it’s eclectic and I love it! The books they showcase are unique and it was at their Rockefeller Center that I spotted Yotam Ottolenghi’s book, Plenty. It’s a vegetarian cookbook although…
Read MoreRoasted Brussels Sprouts
I never enjoyed Brussels sprouts when I was a kid but thankfully my taste buds grew up and became educated! Perhaps they were a bit too soft for my liking or maybe I just didn’t like the taste. After experimenting with different ways to enjoy this cruciferous veggie, Brussels sprouts are amazingly good for your…
Read MoreChanterelles and Turnips with Garlic Butter and Creamy Polenta
I love how social media allows me to connect with people back home – some I’ve met and some only through the electronic foodie world. Home for me means the Maritimes and although I’m originally from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia is where we plan to lay roots. Quite by accident, I stumbled across this…
Read MoreCaramelized Onion, Mushroom and Gruyère Tartlets
Who doesn’t enjoy a savory tartlet? They’re tiny, delicate, delicious and the perfect party food. Cook the onion and mushroom mixture ahead of time so you are not rushing to pop these in the oven. I like that this recipe doesn’t call for any tart pans leaving less to clean up – yay! Be creative…
Read MoreHerbed Spaghetti Squash with Lemon and Pistachios
Spaghetti squash is a popular veggie with dieters who substitute it for pasta as it is low in calories and fat. It became popular in the 1970’s in North America and Europe even though it originated in China. It’s part of the winter squash family (acorn, butternut, hubbard) and is an excellent source of vitamin…
Read MoreCognac and Pistachio Chicken Liver Pâté
Pâté (pronounced pah-TAY) is French for pie. It’s simply a mixture of ground meat such as beef, pork, wild game, poultry, liver, or seafood and often combined with some form of fat, vegetables, herbs, or seasonings. The grind can be smooth and creamy or on the chunky side. It may be served hot or cold.…
Read MoreManhattan Clam Chowder
I’ve never eaten Manhattan clam chowder, that is until now. I grew up in the East Coast of Canada and being a 4th generation Canadian, clam chowder was always served using milk or cream (New England clam chowder). I have The Countryman’s Cookbook copyright 1946 and author Haydn S. Pearson writes this about clam chowder:…
Read MoreRoasted Radishes
I avoid radishes like the plague. If they were in salads I would either pick them out or bypass the salad all together. I tried one years ago and found it quite bitter! Some may describe the flavor as a pungent, peppery flavor but I’ve never found this to be the case. That said, I…
Read MoreBeetroot and Goats’ Cheese Wellington
I have been holding onto this recipe until beetroots are available at our local farmers’ market. This dish is a wonderful adaptation of the original Beef Wellington, which consists of rare-roasted beef tenderloin coated with pâte, topped with minced mushrooms and wrapped up in puff pastry. Beetroot and goats’ cheese are a winning combination and…
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