I have wanted to make Gratin d’Endives au Jambon for a very long time. I have been waiting for cooler weather. When I woke up it had rained so I thought I would go for it. I know this dish sounds fancy, but really it is not. It is just endive wrapped in a blanket of ham, then … [Read more...] about Gratin d’Endives au Jambon
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French Apple-Pear Cake
Okay, the holidays are upon us. You know you can’t do it all no matter how enthusiastic a cook you are. And then there are those people that are not that crazy about pumpkin so this will satisfy those people. … [Read more...] about French Apple-Pear Cake
Classic White Dressing
One of my earliest memories is of my Mom and my Dad in the kitchen making Thanksgiving Dinner. It was a big affair. There were a lot of kids. I remember the hustle, bustle, and the flurry of activity. I can remember the smells. I remember the big blue oversized enamel roaster … [Read more...] about Classic White Dressing
Devils On Horseback
The holidays are quickly approaching. I am never ready. I blame it on the weather. Our weather gives us no hint the season is approaching. I am not complaining, just trying to explain my being out of sync. It was in the upper 80s today so I never think turkey or any of the … [Read more...] about Devils On Horseback
Crispy Potatoes
This post is more about technique than a recipe. I can’t believe I am speaking to anyone about technique, but I am. I am always conflicted when I post. I have a very diverse group of readers. I have a lot of great cooks that actually take the time to read me, thank you very much. … [Read more...] about Crispy Potatoes
Pear Tart
The first thing I am going to do when I get to heaven is bake my Grandmother this Pear Tart. … [Read more...] about Pear Tart
A Quick Thin Crust Pizza
A Quick Thin Crust Pizza I have been looking for convenience lately. I am loving homemade, but sometimes it is not as practical for me and I get caught flat footed. I am always working toward that goal, but I guess I have just not reached that level. If I can find something … [Read more...] about A Quick Thin Crust Pizza
Delicata Squash and Salad
Delicata Squash and Salad Only in the last few years have I started getting acquainted with squash. They just did not seem that special. Then I made Butternut Squash Soup with Chipotle. Although the photos do not do it justice, it is delicious. It embraces all the taste buds; … [Read more...] about Delicata Squash and Salad
Financiers with Pumpkin Ice Cream
You know last week I made pumpkin whoopie pies. They required a cup of pumpkin puree. Now what to do with that remaining pumpkin? Pumpkin Ice Cream. It seems one idea seems to spur another idea. Then I thought Financiers with Pumpkin Ice Cream. Doesn’t that sound like the … [Read more...] about Financiers with Pumpkin Ice Cream
