Smoked trout is a great resource for all sorts of dishes. Throw it in a salad and the rich smoky flavor adds a new level. But put it on toast and you have one hell of an appetizer. The beginning of my new very favorite appetizer was a picture I saw of Gabrielle Hamilton’s perfectly grilled cheese sandwich on Food52’s site. And the secret of her perfect golden grill? … [Read more...]
Smoked Trout Arugula Salad with Horseradish: Supper Club for LFLA
My love of smoked trout started at my first official restaurant job at the Golden Horn East in Waterbury, Vermont. This was way back in the day when cigarettes were cool and cooking in the kitchen was decidedly male and blue collar. The Chef was Jacob Gerperle straight from New York City via Switzerland. He taught me every basic skill that I still possess. Yet the special … [Read more...]
