Well, it certainly is a mouthful to say. But, it’s also so very full of fantastic flavors! Preserved Meyer lemons (uh, yum!), sautéed mushrooms and onions, all served a top a silky melted Swiss Emmantal and lemon burger. Does it get any better than that? I think not. It’s luxurious. It’s sweet. It’s nutty. It’s…
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I like a rare steak. A really rare steak. And, I like it with wine. I also really love apples, onions, and parsnips. Thus, creating a meal where all the elements are there in one simple bite only makes sense. Enjoy. You know you will. Carnivores and herbivores alike. Steak or no steak – simple…
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Basil and broccoli mashed together is pretty magical. Honestly, it doesn’t take much else, other than a touch of salt and pepper and a tad bit of olive oil. The green is sublime. And with the gamey-not so gamey- flavor of bison meatballs, softened with stinky blue cheese, the sublimation factor goes up a notch….
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Yes, I am one to exaggerate. It only happens from time to time… In this instance, however, I am not overstating my method and enthusiam. We absolutely love, love, love the simple combination of sea salt, lime, and cilantro. It actually all began on a trip to India for my husband, when his poor gut simply…
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Brian asked me tonight if I could make “that thing with the shredded parsnips and chicken and lemon. And can you do the chicken in the Le Creuset?” I thought to myself, well, all of those ingredients are pretty much a standard in our house. I said, “maybe you could be more specific. Is it…
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Traveling abroad is quite phenomenal in many ways. Many, many ways. New foods, new people, new culture, new scenery. I tried some amazing food and wine while traveling in France for the month of October. It was an experience of a lifetime. However, I found myself going through a bit of withdrawal. Actually, it was…
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I have not much to say other than that this meal is truly dinner party MAGIC. Magic. A crispy crust of spice – cumin, sumac, and coriander with a dash of cinnamon; A creamy concoction of sweet parsnip and pungent brassica; And the refreshing flavors of citrus from the sumac and lemon thyme amalgamate into…
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I’ve never really loved pork for a variety of reasons. However, the past few times I’ve crafted an oven roasted pork tenderloin, it’s been rather amazing. Which means, I may be turning another corner in the kitchen… But, with fresh rosemary and fennel, how could something NOT be amazing! This cooking method may seem a…
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I’m going crazy for lemon thyme these days. Savory lemon thyme. The aroma, the scent, the pure inhalation of pleasure brightens my soul. Yes, I know, only a few of us would exude such statements. In any case, a wonderfully refreshing combination of “creamy” comestibles and the brilliance of lemon in every way provides an…
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Lemon and rosemary are an obvious match made in heaven. Add some fresh basil to the pot, and with a bit of well seasoned beef, you’re drooling. Several years ago, on a special evening, but also on the fly, I fried up some lemon rosemary sliders for a certain someone. They were truly amazing. The…
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