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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Polenta is a trick of the mind. Although similar in nature to traditional grits, the cornmeal cake slices are so much more elegant – rich – gourmet … they are simply delightful. Baked to a crisp, these polenta round are topped with a baked green chili chicken and semi-spicy green chili sauce, perfected with crumbled…
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Do you have your plans for Valentine’s Day dinner yet? I honestly believe that going out to eat for Valentine’s Day is highly over-rated. Unfortunately, this seemingly celebratory date of romance is actually a true day of marital celebration for us – not unfortunately, but you know what I mean. Restaurants are crowded, with set…
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One of the most satisfying breakfasts on earth, in my opinion, consists of poached eggs. Ooey gooey poached eggs. Bright yellow-orange, yolks running across the plate and sprinkled with plenty of salt. Oh yea. Poached eggs. Perfectly poached eggs. Breakfast of champions. And skip the greasy grits – go for the magnificent, warming flavors of…
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