I have been watching Jacques Pépin every time I can catch him on PBS. He has started taking shortcuts and I think if it is good enough for Jacques it is good enough for me. I made his corn soufflé and was inspired by the simplicity of the recipe. Then after poking round I found … [Read more...] about Shrimp Riviera with Pico de Gallo
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Fennel and Cherry Tomato Gratin
I made a fennel and pomegranate salad recipe with raw fennel. I was so happy with it. I think it is one of the best things I have made this year. I know it was one of the easiest. Now because I am a foodie and a blogger I wanted to give the roasted version a try. I found … [Read more...] about Fennel and Cherry Tomato Gratin
Crème Fraîche
You need to learn to make crème fraîche - [krem fresh, kreem; French krem fresh]. I am so glad I did. My only regret is I did not do it sooner. If you cook you need it. It will enrich your food. It is a close cousin to sour cream, think of it as the luscious French cousin. … [Read more...] about Crème Fraîche
