Ever gone out for Valentine’s Day only to be disappointed by the noise level of the restaurant, food that didn’t quite measure up, or felt rushed by the wait staff to move along for the their next seating? We have and more than once. Are you tempted to try something different, skip the crowded restaurants, [...]
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One-Pot Kale and Quinoa Pilaf: The Food52 Cookbook Review
Last night was a make-it-quick night; the chicken had to be roasted in pieces and the side dish simple. One-Pot Kale and Quinoa Pilaf was a cinch to make and its citrusy flavor, earthy kale, and toasted-seed crunch turned out to be an excellent side for roast chicken. I made a couple substitutions based on [...]
Food 52 Cookbook Review: Chicken with Creamy Dijon Mustard Sauce & More
I find so many cooking sources on-line through my husband, who nudges me with subtle suggestions in emails with a link. Food 52 was one of those serendipitous finds and I became a subscriber right away. Their passion is sharing good food and building community among home cooks, so it was an easy “yes” when [...]
Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls: Enter to Win a Set!
We are in the final week of Emeril’s One-Pot Blogger Party finishing in style and celebrating the release of Sizzling Skillets and Other One-Pot Wonders by giving away Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls. You are going to love these! The bright red color is ideal for holiday entertaining, Valentines Day, birthday parties, or [...]
Emeril’s “BLT” Risotto: Making Skillets Sizzle
Side dish or main dish, Emeril’s “BLT” Risotto from Sizzling Skillets and Other One-Pot Wonders satisfies. Imagine all the flavors of this lunchtime classic in a hearty, creamy risotto. Fresh baby spinach is the stand-in for the traditional lettuce you would find in a BLT, and it is marvelous. Smoky bacon, aromatic herbs and vegetables, [...]
Emeril’s Spicy Vegetable Coconut Curry: Main or Side Dish
I braved the pouring rain yesterday running errands, which included a stop at Whole Foods for Emeril’s Spicy Vegetable Coconut Curry recipe. Oh, the stories I could tell about what goes on behind these lovely photos (and the stories my family could tell too!). Sloshing shoes and all, it was worth it! I love to [...]
July 4th BBQ Menu: A Declaration of Flavor
Before loading the blanket in the car and heading for the annual fireworks and funnel cakes extravaganza, something has to hit the grill for the evening barbecue. Everyone has a favorite that speaks “July 4th backyard barbecue” to them—pasta salad, watermelon, hamburgers, macaroni salad, baked beans, BBQ pork sandwiches, potato salad, steaks, apple pie, and [...]
Caesar Salad: A Tableside Classic
If you’ve had the pleasure of Caesar salad prepared tableside at a restaurant or made fresh for dinner, you already know there is no bottled dressing that compares. Clinging to crisp Romaine, the lemon, anchovy, and Parmesan anchor bold, rich flavors, the egg’s creaminess is unmatched. There are always variations, even for the classics—anchovy or [...]
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Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls: Enter to Win a Set!
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ChgoJohn: This sounds great, Judy, and something I want to l...
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thedrivencook: I love Italian flavors as well. This looks unique...
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Simone: Hmm sounds like a pretty handy tool Judy! I do hav...
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Geni: My shopping list is always in my iPhone in the not...
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April @ The 21st Century Housewife: This is such a beautiful salad and it looks just s...
