It’s almost April and the weather will have to warm up sooner or later. My mind is already beginning to wander to a repertoire of lighter fare. Simple meals, quickly prepared, promise a new sense of freedom in the… Continue reading…
oui, oui, encore!
When I first started to teach myself to cook, many moons ago, The Silver Palate cookbook was my bible. Julee and Sheila were my gurus. I relied on them to guide me in the kitchen. One of my go-to recipes… Continue reading…
calling all italian lovers
This is a two-for-one special: two of my most classic dishes in one meal. And they cook together beautifully. The Caesar salad is a family recipe that is a twist on the original. The pasta–known as, “telephone wires” in my house for… Continue reading…
something fishy going on
Okay, it’s Monday night and I’m feeling like something light. But I also want something with lots of flavor. I often find salmon to be too rich and fatty, and have discovered Arctic Char to be a wonderful alternative. It’s something… Continue reading…
pressed for dinner
A few years ago, I made a decision to focus on cooking and eating more fish and vegetables. This was a bit of a departure for my family, and not always well received. But whenever I serve these delicious vegetable… Continue reading…