Golden Fig Compote The final fig recipe of five days of figs is sinfully easy dried fig compote. This fig compote was paired with goat cheese ice cream and topped with candied pecans: A little bit of heaven in each and every spoonful. But I think any ice cream would be improved with the addition of this compote. … [Read more...]
Figgy Piggy Bars
Figgy Piggy Bars One of the first discussions that Erika and I had for the menu of Figology Part One was dessert. Erika of In Erika's Kitchen stated firmly, "I want a bacon fig newton." I believe I rolled my eyes, pouted and muttered under my breath, "when will this bacon craze die?" Then, being the grown up that I sometimes am, set out to research how to create Erika's … [Read more...]
Not Ketchup Blueberry and White Pepper
Blueberry Not Ketchup My fellow food blogger Erika Kerekes of In Erika’s Kitchen has taken a huge leap and opened her own line of gourmet sauces called Not Ketchup. Her wonderful Not Ketchup sauces come in three distinct flavors—Cherry Chipotle, Smoky Date and Blueberry White Pepper. Right now they are available in a number of specialty stores in Los Angeles and if you're … [Read more...]
Sicilian Christmas Cookies
The Search for Vacata Recipe Finally Found When I was a kid there were three things that were always consistent at Christmas time: an Advent calendar, my dad bringing home a Charlie Brown Christmas tree and making cookies. But these weren't just any cookies, the recipe for these cookies came all the way from Sicily and they were called vacata. … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Menu Ideas
I'm sure there are of few of you out there that still are undecided as to what you're going to include on your Thanksgiving menu. Fear not. Here's a list of some fool proof, time tested and delicious options for your Thanksgiving table. Start with this wonderful appetizer--Parmesan Fried Cauliflower. This is a real crowd pleaser. Plus it's light, crunchy and will leave … [Read more...]
