There is absolutely nothing light about this version of macaroni and cheese. As a matter of fact, it’s the exact opposite. It’s totally rich, creamy and full of great cheese flavor.
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese makes one large casserole
1 lb penne, cooked al dente […]
If’ I had a jar of raspberry jam on hand, you would be seeing a recipe for Linzer torte. This almond quince tart makes a very satisfactory second choice.
Almond Quince Tart
Tart Shell:
1 cup blanched almonds 1 scant cup AP flour 1/2 […]
This ultra-rich dish is obviously better suited for the winter months. But, it’s so delicious. My husband and I crave it all year long. So, why wait? A rainy day (ok, fine… it was only a few clouds) gives me a perfectly acceptable excuse. Just wait until you get one […]
My mother is the cooking challenged member of our family. There are two stories that have haunted her life. One story involves nearly burning the house down as she let water boil completely down… melting an aluminum pan to the burner. She effectively destroyed both pan and stove. The stench […]
Masa Real
Don’t ask me to explain the name. I’m told it has no real (ha! real… oh, nevermind I’m tired) translation. But, make no mistake. This is one of the best things you’ll ever put in your mouth. Seriously.
In our experience and to the […]
Leftover veggies always find their way into my frittatas. Roasted radicchio, shiitakes, and endive from last night’s dinner added the perfect touch to today’s super simple lunch.
Radicchio, Shiitake, and Endive Frittata makes one casserole dish
8 eggs 3 scallions, roughly cut 1/2 head leftover Roasted […]
Allowing the heads to remain slightly damp, aids in the even application of olive oil and brings a little steam into the oven. This helps to evenly cook these hearty heads with lots of nooks and crannies.
(If you were to apply the olive oil to dry heads, […]
Slow poaching creates a tender chicken with almost zero effort. Simply:
1. Create a poaching liquid.
2. Bring it to a simmer.
3. Add your chicken or protein of choice and vegetables.
Chicken Poached in Rice Wine serves 4
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Biscotti con Pignoli
In our house, these are devoured at light speed. And, snack time nibbles quickly turn into meals after a cookie or two too many. So… Fair warning! Be prepared to spend some extra time on the treadmill after baking these little beauties.
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The queen’s cookie…
For breakfast with a cappuccino, for dessert with an espresso, or just eaten as a mid-day treat, these simple cookies satisfy without feeling overly decadent.
Biscotti di Regina makes 45-50
1 cup butter, unsalted 2 cups 10X sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla […]
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