Toasted Brie & Mushroom Open Faced Sandwich
I had this wonderful Toasted Brie & Mushroom Open Faced Sandwich at The Little Flower Candy Company in Pasadena, CA. I don't think of using lemon with mushrooms, but it really works to add a brightness to the dish.
This is what is says on the menu:
garlic mushrooms and brie toasted and served open faced on baguette with fresh thyme and lemon zest
By - Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
Badem Joon
My friend Chris made this Persian eggplant stew called Badem Joon. You can make it with lamb or beef. He served it with basmati rice. It's really delicious!
- Prep: 1 hr
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Yields: 4 Servings
Gruyère Cheese and Chive Soufflé
I have literally made this Gruyère Cheese and Chive Soufflé hundreds of times, especially when we were first married. It’s cheap and cheerful, as the Brits would say. I love making things that don’t cost much, but have an air of elegance.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Orange Flan
Here is a wonderful and easy to make Orange Flan recipe that is flavored with orange juice and Grand Marnier. You can substitute with any orange flavored liqueur.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Cuban Chicken with Pineapple
I went to see the movie Chef with my daughter Zoe. Fortunately, we had the foresight to make this Cuban chicken before we went. Everyone told me that I would want to eat Cuban food after the film, and they were correct! It was a very good movie, by the way. Serve this with Cuban Style Rice and Peas and Havana Black Beans.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 5 hrs
- Yields: 8 Servings
Oven Baked Criss Cross Potatoes
My mother used to make these Oven Baked Criss Cross Potatoes when we were kids. They are called criss cross potatoes….. I guess my brother will be making these tonight!
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Balsamic Mushroom Chicken
This Balsamic Mushroom Chicken is not a thing of beauty, but it is so good and can be made ahead.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 10 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Citrus Vodka Dipping Sauce
This Citrus Vodka Dipping Sauce is perfect for lobster or shrimp. The tang from the citrus pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the lobster.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
Zinfandel Barbecue Sauce
This Zinfandel Barbecue sauce is to die for. It is always a crowd pleaser at any party. Excellent as a dipping sauce, or brush generously on chicken, pork, or beef before grilling. I usually use it with meatballs and throw them in a slow cooker with the sauce.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 16 Servings
Japanese Style Pan Seared Tilapia
This Japanese Style Pan Seared Tilapia is so simple to prepare. The marinade, which is soy sauce, sake (or white wine), mirin, sugar and some fresh ginger gives it a sweet tasting depth of flavor. Marinating the fish overnight is the best, but you can also do it in 4 hours.
- Prep: 4 hrs
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
