Steak & Ale Pie
Since this was a test, I decided to go with ground beef instead of steak. Also, I’m using button mushrooms in this dish because I happened to have them on hand.
Top this with mashed potatoes and bread crumbs or pastry. Both […]
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Five minutes here, a few minutes there… It’s surprisingly easy to make your own noodles. Less than 5 minutes to knead the dough, a brief rest, then cut your dough into strips or shape the dough into the noodle of your choice. No effort is required to let […]
Honey syrup… It’s not just for cocktails. You could use this to sweeten tea. Drizzle it over a buttered biscuit or bowl of oatmeal. I like it over a small bowl of yogurt topped with granola clusters and nuts. And, I’ll be testing it out in several recipes […]
So tender… …tender, tangy and oh so tasty. But, the rich taste of the chicken shines through it all. This is one of those dishes that we devoured until it was gone. And, requests for a repeat performance were immediately requested. I’ll be adding diced red […]
Apricot Blossoms They’re always the first to bloom in our back yard… maybe we need a cherry tree, too.
It’s a fleeting beauty. Today, half of those petals carpet the floor and new blossoms take their place.
This mustard makes a lovely companion for a crispy, buttered pretzel. Or, add a schemer to a roast beef sandwich on rustic German bread. …or a cheese plate …or a tray of grilled baguette slices, pickled veggies and pâté
Sweet Bavarian […]
This mustard may be easily adapted to any taste. Use wine instead of vinegar, if you like. Or, add a mix of wine with a splash of vinegar. Or, if using wine, after the initial 8 hour soak add a splash of verjus. Then, add any additional herbs, spices or […]
As an Italian who’s grown up eating a wide variety pasta, this is “fine”. That’s a “fine” that means it’s better than the canned stuff. But, the texture of the finished product isn’t quite right. At first, the pasta cooks nicely. Then, as the cooking process continues and the liquid […]
Chihuly Glass Installation
It goes on…
..and on
Are they abstract art, flowers, or some form of exotic sea life? You decide.
Again, we were mesmerized by Chihuly’s art.
Pink Berkeley Tie Dye? These were rich, juicy, and delicious. So, after eating these tomatoes, I’ve spent a little bit of time attempting to identify them. Is this a Pink Berkeley Tie Dye? Or…
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