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It’s Bijoux – No it’s Dinner!
I feel it’s time for a bit of a rant. Last night I went to a new restaurant, my hopes were high. This place only seats about 26 people. The restaurant is very well designed and beautifully done. I ordered Yellow Stripe Beet Salad with chives, roasted garlic vinaigrette & parmesan mousse (mousse was the […]
Continue ReadingArtichoke, Leek & Potato Gratin
A Great Gratin There is nothing like a gratin in the autumn. This one in particular is really good. It has potatoes, leeks and artichokes. My family is obsessed with artichokes. You can serve this along side any type of meat, poultry or fish. Enjoy! Artichoke, Leek & Potato Gratin Serves 8 – 10 6 […]
Continue ReadingSouffléd Pumpkin Pancake
How about pumpkin pancakes for the weekend breakfast? Lets get into autumn, even though it’s close to 90 degrees in So Cal! We will try anything to get that “fall feeling”. Make some of the brown sugar bacon that I posted a month or two ago and whip up some soufleed pancakes! Throw on some […]
Continue ReadingCranberry Liqueur
Presented in small decanters or glass bottles, Cranberry Liqueur makes a memorable gift. Attach a gift tag and include the following: “Cranberry Cosmopolitan: 1/2 cup Cranberry Liqueur, 1/4 cup Cointreau, 2 tablespoons lime juice. Mix with 1 cup crushed ice; strain into martini glass. Makes 2 cocktails.” 2 cups sugar 1 cup water 1 (12-ounce) […]
Continue ReadingVeal Scallopini Marsala
The Sopranos party last Saturday was a huge success. Lots of fun was had – all the guests dressed up in character. One of the dishes serves was Veal Scallopini Marsala. I know that veal is politically incorrect, but why on earch would anyone serve something politically correct to the Sopranos? The fact is, pork tenderloin […]
Continue ReadingSpicy Turkey Chili
Last night, I catered a dinner. I suggested chili and the host said that would be fine as long as it was turkey chili. I happen to hate turkey. I made it and it was really good. I think I will make it again! Spicy Turkey Chili Serves 6 12 oz ground turkey 1 cup […]
Continue ReadingPumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
The Beauty of a Bundt First, the Sopranos party was a huge success and loads of fun. However, I will follow up with this once I get the photos off my daughter’s camera. This post is about baking, my least favorite subject. I generally don’t like to bake. It’s way to persnickety for me. Since […]
Continue ReadingSopranos Party
I am doing a Sopranos themed party on Saturday for good friends of mine. I thought I would show you a menu as a teaser. I will post photos, if they aren’t to risque on Monday. My cousin Jeff helped me figure this all out, since I had never seen the Sopranos. I am only […]
Continue ReadingAcron Squash – A Taste of Autumn
There is nothing more autumnal than an acorn squash. They are loaded with vitamins, cheap and delicious. I love to stuff them with sausages, peas, green onions, butter and some seasoning. You can microwave them or bake them in a little water cut side down until tender. There is a sticker on the squash with […]
Continue ReadingShredded Brussels Sprouts
My Sly Side Let’s face it; most people don’t like Brussels sprouts. Also, most people do not know how to spell Brussels sprouts. I happen to like them and also know how to spell it. I will just pause now to pat myself on the back! Now that Thanksgiving (my least favorite meal to cook) […]
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