I don't get to cook much pork in our house. Nahid is not a fan. So when the September meeting of FBLA was highlighting pears and apples I jumped at the chance to make somethin,g anything involving the much exalted pig. Also I just started on a new job for the Travel Channel called "Food Paradise" and watched the new episode on bacon and was filled with wonderful ideas. … [Read more...]
Pears and Gorgonzola on Parmesan Crackers
Our love for Parmesan crackers is no secret. Our fresh fig appetizer is slowly becoming legend. Alas, fresh figs aren't always in season so we needed to create a winter alternative. Nahid suggested using gorganzola as the main ingredient. It being winter, pears jumped into my brain. We both agreed that we needed crunch and a bit of sweetness, so candied walnuts were … [Read more...]