Update and Redux: J – Ok, now that you’ve seen a few Tony Bourdain episodes on French food … and are hooked on Chef’s Table, it’s time to up your cooking game. Right? This is a recipe and technique that will change your life as a cook. It’s not just … Continue reading
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Our Favorite French Food Week 2016: Steak Frites
Update and Redux: J – I’m near the beginning of my 3+ week stay in Paris. No steak frites … yet. But, it’s fun to look back at this dish. I was on a real steak frites craze. Still very good. Also, one of the most reliable dishes to order … Continue reading
Our Favorite French Food Week 2016: Salmon and Sorrel Troisgros
J – I have seen this dish on video so many times … being made by one of the brothers Troisgro. If only I could go to the actual restaurant. I have known about Troisgros and the origins of Nouvelle Cuisine for years. It is clearly part of our style. … Continue reading
Shrimp Week 2016: Shrimp Wonton
Update and Redux: C – One of my favorite appetizers to make and eat. Crispy, crunch and filled with the most amazing shrimp filling. Make a ton if you are serving it to guests, because they will go fast. C — I am so excited! Jim and I accidentally stumbled … Continue reading
Shrimp Week 2016: Salt-Baked, Head-On Prawns
Update and Redux: J – This dish quickly separates the serious food people from the poseurs. Who will eat the head first?! We had no trouble … gone in minutes. Delicious. Simple to make, too. C – I am not of big fan of my food looking back at me. … Continue reading
Shrimp Week 2016: Shrimp Arugula Salad with Sweet Miso Dressing
C – This post was supposed to be a Shrimp Po’ Boy recipe. So, why is there a salad instead? Sometimes, Po’ Boys don’t happen. Or, maybe I liked these shrimp to be showcased a little bit better than deep fried and hidden in a sandwich. Size matters when you … Continue reading
Shrimp Week 2016: Salmon and Shrimp Burgers
Update and Redux: J – Don’t call these fish-wiches … no way. These delicious guys are serious, rich and flavorful seafood burgers … no matter what size you make them. Like nothing we’d ever had. Make patties a day in advance, chill and bring out 30 minutes before cooking. Wonderful. … Continue reading
Sweet Potato Week 2016: Sweet Potato, Apple, Fennel and Onion Galette
Update and Redux: C – Add these ingredients to a galette and it will be gone in minutes. This one is perfect for Fall. It’s filled with lots of vegetables and fruits. Perfect for snacks, an appetizer or a meal. C – I am so addicted to Jessica’s flaky pie … Continue reading
Lentil Week 2016: Arugula Lentil Salad with Pine Nuts
C – My husband is tired of lentils. We loved lentils for a while. Those lentil patties were a staple and the go-to meal every week for months. Then the dreaded day came when I clicked the button to order more lentils. Amazon had a really good price on them. … Continue reading
Lentil Week 2016: Red Lentil Dal
C – I have a new food rule. If it’s something new, I’ve never tried it before and I don’t like it … I must try it at least two more times. Then, I can make a decision to like it or not. Sometimes, the first time is a strange … Continue reading