Effortless. Show-stopping. Beef Tenderloin – Filet Mignon. Boursin Cheese “Butter.” Roasted Eggplant.I say “yes” to all of these things.Boursin Buttered Tenderloin Eggplant Medallions. And, the recipe is truly elementary AND exquisite. Gorgeously gourmet and undemanding. Simply roast the eggplant and colorful petite potatoes, cook the steak sous vide, season, stack, slather in Boursin butter, and…
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While I adore moussaka – the layers of roasted eggplant and the flavor influences of the Middle East and Greece, my main man – the mouth I feed the most – is not a fan of cinnamon nor nutmeg. Can you believe that? I drool at the aroma of sweet spices, and when mixed with…
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I was first introduced to Kite Hill artisan cheese a few years ago, while the company was still branding and “in the making.” I was working for Whole Foods in Portland and had the rare opportunity to sample the magic before it hit the shelves. I marveled then, just as I do now. This stuff…
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Learning from the very best, I have developed the habit or, perhaps more appropriately termed, the inability to follow a recipe. Neither my mother nor I are capable of following the instructions, let alone the ingredient list of a printed recipe. It’s not that we feel we are superior or that our way is any…
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Crazy for limes once again…specifically Persian Lime Oil this time… we ventured into something a little bit different. Roasted eggplant: yum Extra virgin olive oil: yes Spicy red pepper flakes: yep Fresh mint: yahoo Persian Lime Olive Oil: ei yi yi…my mouth is watering The puree is utterly amazing in and of itself. The flavors…
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I love how I’ve gained such a reputation as one who will take any and all items of fresh produce off your hands. I’m gifted with fresh veggies from over bountiful gardens, as well as the over bountiful refrigerators and grocery baskets of frequent travelers. I feel pretty lucky. This week’s booty was that of…
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This sweet ode and praise to the versatile little eggplant stole my heart. The rich, meaty, purpley produce product is one of my favorites to prepare in a variety of ways – however, I am aware that it can be also instill one of those “love or hate” relationships in many flexitarians. Praising the Versatile…
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