I’m using any excuse to turn on the oven during this el Nino winter. I'm craving short ribs. I've made Suzanne Goin's short ribs more times than I can count. I wanted something a bit different and thought that a great way to warm up my home by making beer and ginger short ribs. These beer ginger short ribs take a minimum of effort. The zingy beer and ginger sauce compliments … [Read more...]
Stout Rye Bread
The cool weather and my big new kitchen have ignited my urge to bake and fill the house with aromatic warmth. And one of the first things I want to bake is bread—rye bread made with a very dark stout. Of course I looked for the recipe I used to make in my bakery, alas no luck. So I called my mom and asked if she could snap a photo of the recipe card and text me. … [Read more...]
Black Bean, Tomatillo Chili: Just in time for the Super Bowl
I am addicted to Food52 and their recipe contests. I've been doing pretty well, two of my thirteen recipes have been chosen "Community Picks". That's a win for a novice like me. In an effort to broaden my horizons (read: obsessions) I happened upon Gilt Taste, Ruth Reichl's website. I love, love, love this site. Their great recipes are accompanied by intimate stories. For … [Read more...]
