We followed this recipe but used two pears as well as peaches and cherries: http://cookieandkate.com/2013/balsamic-stone-fruit-sundae/. We modified by increasing balsamic vinegar to 4 Tbsp (¼ cup). (May 2015) Note: We like the following ratio of sugar to vinegar: 3 Tbsp vanilla-infused sugar and ¼ cup balsamic vinegar (3 Tbsp regular balsamic and 1 Tbsp fruit-infused… Continue reading Balsamic roast stone fruit and pear sundae
Tag: 2015
Korean sliced rice cake soup (dduk guk)
This is a favorite from my childhood. I made this recipe from Maangchi, but I used skirt steak instead of brisket: http://www.maangchi.com/recipe/ddukguk. I modified by sautéing the beef strips before adding the hot water and garlic (but see Note below). I also used black sesame in lieu of toasted nori. We also have added a… Continue reading Korean sliced rice cake soup (dduk guk)
Cauliflower and potato kugel with mushroom
Preheat oven to 375. Peel 1 large Russet potato (about ¾ lb), cut into chunks, and boil in lightly salted water until tender (about 15 mins in boiling water or 30 mins in simmering water), then remove with a slotted spoon and mash in a large mixing bowl. Using the same pot of water, add… Continue reading Cauliflower and potato kugel with mushroom
Scrambled egg toast by Smitten Kitchen
Great tips on soft scrambled eggs. Goat cheese on toast goes so well with the eggs. In lieu of chives, we used minced Italian parsley. Recipe here: http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2010/05/scrambled-egg-toast/ (Dec. 2015)
Rosemary white bean soup
We tried this recipe from Ina Garten: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/rosemary-white-bean-soup-recipe.html. Instead of 1 lb dried white cannellini beans, we used 4 cans of cannellini beans (13.5 oz each, drained and rinsed). After pureeing the soup, we found its texture too thin. We added two cans of chick peas (drained and rinsed), a dash of marash pepper, and… Continue reading Rosemary white bean soup
Rosemary chicken drumsticks with sweet and hot peppers
Preheat oven to 400. Season 2 ½ lb skinless chicken drumsticks with salt, black pepper, and ½ tsp paprika. Lightly oil a 9x12 baking dish, then place the chicken in the dish. Top with 2 large sliced onions and 4 rosemary sprigs, then cover with foil and bake for 30 mins. Reduce oven to 350.… Continue reading Rosemary chicken drumsticks with sweet and hot peppers
Potato frittata with Gruyere and pancetta
We tried this recipe from BBC Good Food: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/hash-browns-gruyere-pancetta. Our conversions from metric to US measurements: 1 ¾ lb Russet potatoes, 2.6 oz pancetta (we increased to 3 oz and drained off the fat after cooking), 1.76 oz Gruyere (we increased to 3 oz), and ½ bunch parsley. We also used a shallot in lieu… Continue reading Potato frittata with Gruyere and pancetta
Savory tomato and string bean baklava
Chef Maria Elia's recipe has Greek notes like fresh dill, cinnamon, feta, and honey. Recipe here: http://www.foodrepublic.com/recipes/tomato-and-string-bean-baklava-recipe/. Our only modification is instead of 2 tsp cinnamon, we used 1 tsp each cinnamon and nutmeg. We also had to bake it 20 mins longer and at a higher temperature (we raised it to 375/400 for the… Continue reading Savory tomato and string bean baklava
Shepherdess pie with lentils, mushrooms, and sweet potato topping
We had mashed sweet potatoes leftover from Thanksgiving, and we decided to try this vegetarian shepherd’s pie recipe from The Kitchn: http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-lentil-and-mushroom-sweet-potato-shepherds-pie-182683. This recipe creatively uses steel-cut oats as part of the filling, which lends a meaty texture to the dish. We made the following modifications: first, instead of 1 lb cremini mushrooms, we used… Continue reading Shepherdess pie with lentils, mushrooms, and sweet potato topping
Greek chicken stew with cauliflower and olives
Recipe here: http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12308-greek-chicken-stew-with-cauliflower-and-olives. Instead of ½ tsp cinnamon, we used ¼ tsp each cinnamon and nutmeg, and we added a bay leaf. We served this with Greek spinach rice with dill (spanakorizo); recipe here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/114321759431/greek-spinach-rice-with-dill-spanakorizo-recipe. (Nov. 2015)
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