Interesting flavor combinations.Exquisite presentation.Surprise gifts.Creativity in the kitchen.Pies, quiches, cookies, cakes, bread… These are some of my favorite things. And for now: Basil Balsamic Beet Blue Cheese Quiche. Basil Balsamic Beet Blue Cheese Quiche Crust:6 Tbs. cold butter, chopped into 1″ cubes1 large egg1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 Tbs. white vinegar2 Tbs. fresh basil,…
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I had farm fresh eggs in the fridge.I had fresh spinach. I had ricotta and a touch of mozzarella. And, I had a red pepper to roast.So, I made a thing: Toasted Oat Spinach Ricotta Frittata Toasted Oat Spinach Ricotta Frittata Crust:2 cups toasted oat cereal (Cheerios) processed into a fine crumb8 Tbs. butter, melted…
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Growing up my folks were big entertainers. Well, actually they still are. They know how to throw a party – host guests, and just make people feel welcome. Many an evening our house was full of guests for some gourmet dinner and drinks. I was a lucky girl.And, often the crowd would spill over to…
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I worked in the textile industry for a skinny minute, if you can believe it. I’ve had A LOT of jobs in my life. I like variety, spice, and ultimately, my own schedule.In any case, as I wrote fabric descriptions of color and design for this company, I really came to enjoy the “chevron” pattern….
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How many people in the world are as blessed as I am that my best friend tells me she needs me to TAKE some farm fresh eggs. She has too many! And, she passes me 2 1/2 dozen! That’s heaven.And, as Brian says, “Valerie’s eggs are *!$king awesome!”So, we are lucky. I told her that…
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Tapeschetta is a combination of tapenade and bruschetta. I borrowed this magnificent idea from my fellow foodie friend, Chef Mimi: One evening when I had short notice that a few girlfriends were coming over, I quickly made this appetizer. It evolved from wanting to make a bruschetta, but running out of tomatoes. So to stretch…
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