Creamy Herbed Chive Polenta Pepper Bruschetta

Creamy polenta is a memory from my childhood that simply makes my mouth water.I have no special occasion associated with the delight, other than the faintest memory ring with Italy and all things “gourmet,” crispy, creamy, and GREAT. These polenta cubes are made with Creamy Shallot and Chive Gournay Boursin Cheese and then lightly fried…

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Mini Sweet Peppers and Whipped Coconut Cream

I have been accused of making some pretty strange meals – odd but utterly enticing flavor combinations – by using what’s left in the fridge. I’d rather be lauded than accused. In fact, I think my ability to create and craft unusual bowls of delight is pretty darn awesome, and outstandingly efficient. Thank you very…

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Cauliflower Cake

I love kitchen things. A dreamy afternoon for me could simply be a digital date with the virtual shopping cart of Williams Sonoma, or browsing the floor of Sur La Table. I know I’m not alone in this little obsession with high quality kitchen toys. I adore my kaleidoscope collection of colorful Le Creuset, copper…

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