Here I offer a few lazy thoughts about family, frogs, salt, leap year, the gift of time, and a simple cup of Lemon Thyme Tea. This small recipe is for a simple herbal tea, made from honey, lemon and…well…thyme! Pair it with a plate of Thyme, Hazelnut and Lemon Cookies for a peaceful afternoon respite.
Month: February 2008
Bacon, Squash & Chestnut Risotto
I just love Jamie Oliver. I used to watch Oliver’s Twist and I would get hungry just listening to him talk about food. (It’s probably the accent!) I can remember drooling over the risotto he cooked. It sounded so good that I even tried it myself, carefully watching and following […]
Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich
I have always believed that it was important to teach my children their way around the kitchen. For a while that seemed to be going well. My oldest son always loved to cook…
Sugar Cookies
This dough holds its shape beautifully through baking. It makes firm Sugar Cookies that are easy to work with and perfect for decorating. Topped with Royal Icing and colorful decorator sprinkles they make an attractively sweet holiday expression. Waiting For the Timer Here I am, sitting in the corner of […]
Vanilla Chile Truffles
I go to Vosges Chocolat and find the inspiration to make truffles laced with the richness of vanilla cream, the exotic depth of cinnamon and the heat of two fiery ground chile peppers. I don’t have time to dip them and I don’t have the perfect garnish to make them individually gorgeous but I have chocolate and I’m making truffles and I know they’ll taste great!
Asparagus with Walnut Dressing
Lightly steamed spears of tender asparagus are enhanced with Asian inspired flavors and nutty texture in this flavorful side dish. Asparagus with Walnut Dressing is easy to prepare yet takes a simple weeknight meal a step beyond the ordinary.
Chocolate Decadence
February simply cries out for chocolate! When the Christmas holidays have become but a pleasant memory and our bodies have forgotten the overindulgence of holiday feasting, when our moods are challenged by a long succession of wet gray January days and the sweet occasion of Valentine’s Day peeps at us […]
Overnight Pancakes
These pancakes are a bit unusual. The batter contains yeast and can be prepared well in advance. It keeps in the refrigerator up to one week…
Groundhog Day Meatloaf
Groundhog Day Meatloaf is both attractive and delicious. The flavor of roasted rosemary and the slight crunch of the toasted almond crust elevate this meatloaf to something special. The olives add just a touch of whimsy, suggesting a groundhog, without being fussy. Served on a bed of spinach and garnished with cherry tomatoes it makes an appealing family-style entrée that is perfect for this unique occasion.