We’ve had a huge jar of kimchi in our fridge for way too long. Yesterday I got tired of looking at it. I wondered just how long it we could keep it before it was too funky to eat. Is that even possible with kimchi? I decided to try kimchi pancakes. Pros: uses a lot […]
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Countdown to Christmas – Poached Eggs with Truffle Toast
Warning – If you serve this to your holiday guests they won’t leave! This decadent bite is great for breakfast, brunch or as a first course for a dinner party. Find the recipe here. Enjoy and have a Merry Christmas.
Countdown to Christmas – Smoked Duck Liver with Onion Jam
If you’re making smoked duck take the time to smoke the livers too. What else are you going to do with them? Believe it or not, in our family this recipe is almost as popular as the duck itself. Even the kids eat liver. Wow. The recipe is here.
Smoked Duck Liver with Onion Jam
If you’re going to smoke a duck, you might as well do something with the duck livers too. This recipe is super easy and makes a great appetizer. Just leave yourself a little bit of room in the smoker when you cook your ducks. It surprises me how much people love this recipe. Liver. Who knew? […]
Onion Jam
I made this recipe up one Thanksgiving when I needed something to go with my smoked duck livers. To my surprise it was a hit and it’s requested every year. This jam also pairs nicely with sharp cheddar cheese. Leftovers can be used as the base for a sauce or marinade. For this recipe you’ll need […]
Countdown to Christmas – Pepper Jelly
This is one of my all time favorite canning recipes! Pepper jelly is wonderful on a cracker with sharp cheddar cheese. And a jar of pepper jelly is a great homemade gift. The recipe is here. This year I’m planning to print labels for all my homemade goodies using free printables from Snapfish.* Check them out, they […]
Countdown to Christmas – Gravlax with Mustard Cream Cheese
Homemade gravlax is a great addition to holiday potlucks. Friends will think you are a superstar for bringing such a fancy dish (you don’t have to tell them how easy it was to make). If you start your gravlax on Monday, it will be ready in time for the weekend. The recipe is here. Enjoy!
Poached Egg with Truffle Toast
This decadent yet easy dish works as a hearty appetizer or as part of a fancy breakfast. Serve it with a salad for lunch or a light dinner. We first tried this combination at Bar Bambino in San Francisco. For each serving, you’ll need 1 egg 1″ slice crusty bread olive oil 1/2 teaspoon Parmesan […]
Spicy Sweet Paneer
This simple starter is easy and comforting. And if you’re ambitious enough to make your own cheese it’s a great way to show off your cheese making skills. For this recipe you’ll need: Curry spice mix. Use any blend you like. My recipe is here. Paneer cheese Cooking oil Honey Vinegar. I prefer sherry vinegar […]
Figs with Blue Cheese and Honey
This is a dish with a very favorable compliments-to-effort ratio. The salty savoriness of the cheese contrasts nicely with the sweet fruit and honey. It’s easy to eat an entire plate all by yourself. You’ll need 1 pint fresh figs 2 1/2 ounces blue cheese – I prefer one with a creamy texture. I love […]