I had my heart set on an entirely different post for today but the cold, rainy weather stomped on my plans. Who wants to read about a cold salad, no matter how good it is or how interesting the background story may be (at least in my mind), when it's wet outside and all you want to do ... Read More
Grilled Fig and Prosciutto Bruschetta with Arugula
(I apologize for the intermittent posts the last couple of weeks; it's peak travel season for the L and A family. Presently, I'm in Paris and having a wonderful time! Will promptly resume my regular posting schedule when I return but until then...vive la France! :-) ) ~~~~~ My husband is not a ... Read More
Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes, Thyme and Feta
One of my foodie friends, Lisa of Authentic Suburban Gourmet, makes some mean crostini. She never seems to run out of topping ideas for these little toasts, sweet or savory or for any occasion. Imagine my delight when she announced me the winner of her Crostini Challenge, thanks to adorable Max! ... Read More
Caprese Salad Bites
Tomato growing season is upon us; I can hardly wait to see the little buds that will turn into delicious red jewels later this summer. Until I tasted an actual, home-grown, freshly-picked tomato, I didn't know what I was missing. So real tomatoes actually have flavor, ... Read More
Gougères
If there was ever a good reason for me to make three dozen not-so-little gougères for only two people, it's this: I wanted to conquer a 15-year old fear. When I first saw a friend make cheese puffs years ago, I was told that I had to make sure to stir the water/butter/flour mixture ... Read More
Olive Tapenade
There's a restaurant in Sacramento--Piatti Ristorante and Bar--which my friends and I frequented years ago. One of the things I always loved about the place was the dipping sauce they served with the bread at the beginning of each meal. Years after I left Sacramento and started to learn how to ... Read More
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