Food, Travel, and Cooking!
My husband invited friends over for Sunday lunch. He suggested we make Coq au Vin and because we haven’t made this “French bistro favourite” for quite some time, I agreed! It’s definitely coming back into our repertoire! Over the years, the recipe from “Joy of Cooking” has evolved. I figured adding some demi-glace to enrich the […]
We love lamb shanks! They are almost falling off the bone scrumptious. if you can source local lamb even better. We have found those to be smaller, so we adjust the cooking time slightly. Roasted veggies would be a nice accompaniment for the lamb but I have also made Spaetzle to serve with them. The […]
There is something so tummy warming about the combination of squash with curry! The roasted red pepper drizzle is a nice, colourful touch. A very small amount of milk or cream is used to give the soup a bit of body and a bit of richness and a bit more deliciousness. Makes 6 Servings 2 […]
Stein Mountain, one of the vendors at our farmer’s market sells fantastic poblano peppers. This coating is simpler than the traditional one with egg yolk and beaten egg white. You can add a bit of Monterey Jack cheese and serve with a dollop of sour cream. You will have leftover picadillo but not to worry, […]
Guess what I found while rummaging around in my freezer? You guessed it, the carcass from the roast turkey! Some don’t like okra; I don’t happen to be one of them! If you don’t have a turkey carcass, simply buy turkey drumsticks and wings and follow my instructions on How To Make Stock. I find it […]
C’mon, give this a try! Brussels sprouts are my husbands’ favourite vegetable I think so this recipe is a hit at our house! This is a really excellent way to prepare them. Maybe your mom boiled the you know what out of them and that’s why you avoid them? I really recommend growing your own […]
There is just something about apple cider (the hard stuff) in a sauce, adding new crop apples and some great bacon and voila, you’ve got yourself a great combination! You might like to serve the chicken with Colcannon or mashed potatoes, or maybe even dumplings. The chicken can be done either on the top of […]
A very easy dish to enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day or any other day! I’m a big fan of Colcannon and think it would be an excellent accompaniment to the lamb. Makes 2 Servings 4 lamb chops For the Sauce: 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter 2 Tbsp. chopped shallots 2-3 Tbsp. Irish Whiskey 1/2 cup beet […]
Known as Orzotto in Italy, this is a delicious change from regular risotto. The Orzotto would be great made in the early fall when local zucchini can still be available. I have substituted leeks & peas for the zucchini & carrots too, adding a few tablespoons of snipped chives & perhaps a bit of fresh […]
What can I say, this is delizioso! A ragu that can be served with fresh pappardelle or fettucccine. If we feel like having pici (a thick, long Tuscan pasta) and I don’t feel like making it, I substitute a dried pasta called Strangozzi made by De Cecco di Filippo, or good quality Chitarra pasta. Ah…how […]