In last Wednesday’s Chicago Tribune, there was a wonderful article about one of Chicago’s (and the world’s) greatest chefs – Grant Achatz of Alinea restaurant. He graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, worked for another great chef of the world, Thomas Keller of The French Laundry in the Napa […]
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Cookbook Giveaway for the Week of 2-21-11
This is Martha Stewart’s classic cookbook from 1982. It’s a huge coffee table book, but Martha never does anything small, right? I went to a cooking demo and book signing at a Marshall Field store near Chicago when this was first released. I have no recollection what Martha cooked, but I do remember when a […]
Something Special for your Sunday Scones
How about making a batch of your favorite scones today? If you do, here is the most delectable Devonshire cream to serve with them. I can’t make enough of this. Devonshire Cream for Scones 1/2 cup cold water1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin1 cup chilled sour cream1 cup chilled whipping cream1/4 cup granulated sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1. Place […]
Brunch Recipe
Since yesterday’s blog was about brunch, I remembered a recipe I had found in one of the Cooking Light issues from last year. It’s so good, I can’t believe I haven’t made it in awhile. That will be remedied soon! Rosti Casserole with Baked Eggs 1-1/4 cups fat-free Greek-style yogurt2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups grated peeled […]
Weekend Happiness
Weekends just seem like the right time for a good brunch. Everyone is more relaxed and ready to be pampered, whether the brunch is made at home or out at a restaurant. After sleeping in on a lazy Saturday or Sunday, without the distraction of phone calls and deadlines, it’s time to be mellow for […]
The Guilty Pleasure of Afternoon Delights
No, not that kind of afternoon delight. I’m talking about irresistible cafe treats; a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Yes, this kind. Don’t you want a cup of coffee or tea and a sweet treat right this minute?! Let James McNair and Andrew Moore show you how. I have met James McNair a couple times at cooking contests, namely […]
Of Tortes and Cakes
The authors ask, “What happier cooking experience is there than the joy of making a perfect cake?” The book was published in 1951, when not many people made cakes from mixes. These recipes are the real thing, all 232 of them. Back in the 50’s, most women made cakes from scratch. Homemade cakes were a popular item to […]
Sweet Seduction for your Valentine
Sublime pleasure. Luxurious and expensive. The ultimate chocolate experience. This is how many will describe the most enticing of truffles. Culinary fads may come and go, but chocolate always remains, which makes chocolate truffles the perfect gift for your Valentine. Wouldn’t you love to be at the receiving end of a basket like this one? Truffles can be […]
