Pesto is making a comeback in my kitchen. And this five minute pesto is the best. I was inspired by a recipe that I found on Serious Eats. I've changed it up a bit and found that Trader Joe's is a one stop shop for the ingredients you'll need. I've dispensed with the mortar and pistol and use my food processor. I've been using pesto on radish pesto crostini, on pasta and … [Read more...]
Kitchen Essentials
For the past few weeks I’ve been teaching my friend Katy a few basic recipes. First it was the basics of how to sear a fish filet and roast veggies. A good beginner plan is one stove top item, two in the oven. We made the best pesto I’ve had in years and put it on top of regular dough and a cauliflower gluten free pizza. (And yes, a recipe and video are coming as soon as can … [Read more...]
Spicy Hasselback Fingerling Potatoes
Potatoes—bake, fry, roast, stuff with just about anything. Russets, fingerlings, purple, red, Yukon gold the options are overwhelming, the combinations mind blowing. My default potato dish: latkes. What’s better than fried potato crunchiness? But it is time to widen my horizons and try something new. My short ribs are in the oven for another hour or so. What potato would … [Read more...]
Crostini
Crostini or toasts? No matter what you call them these toasted slices of bread with stuff on top are delightful. Plus, crostini are a great appetizer to make for any occasion. I made a variety of crostini: avocado/bacon, ricotta/red pepper, brie/prosciutto, radish/butter/sea salt, hummus/olive tapenade (my personal favorite) and tomato/mozzarella. What I like most about … [Read more...]
Fried Artichokes – Video
When it comes to artichokes so many people think there's only one or two ways to enjoy these thistles: boiled or stuffed and baked. Well there are many ways to enjoy artichokes. I tried fried artichokes while in Rome. The are simply delicious--the outer leaves become artichoke chips while the heart basks in the flavor of the oil. When I returned I couldn't wait to recreate … [Read more...]
