Camping is great fun with friends and family anytime of the year. Camp fire/camp stove cooking makes the experience even better. When I was a kid my family would make awesome camping meals that I remember to this day. It was these memories that have inspired me to pack at least 1 or 2 really […]
I know there are several people who are hell bent on eating only seasonal food. I get it, however! Eating seasonally is damn hard. Personally I feel it gets even harder once you have children so from time to time its nice to eat things that are not following a season. It’s cool don’t worry […]
One of the most important lessons I was taught by chefs is that height is king. You want to serve food that is almost three dimensional so that it looks like it’s “popping off the plate”. Pavlova is that kind of dessert. It’s one of the best meringue desserts you will ever eat. Pavlova has […]
If you are looking for a bright and colorful simple salad than you need to make this avocado panzanella. Why wouldn’t you make this salad? It has avocados, cherry tomatoes, and baguette pieces soaked in dressing. That’s right. Instead of croutons, or a side of bread sticks. You coat the bread with dressing then you toss […]
To me Cornish Game Hen’s will always be mini chickens. I remember growing up my mom would cook these for us sometimes for Thanksgiving when she did not want to make a whole turkey. They would also make guest appearances during birthdays and other special occasions. As an adult I have come to appreciate them […]
We have all tried an eclair at some point in our life. Me personally I am not a huge fan but will definitely eat one if it is being served and its the only dessert option. That was my stance on eclairs until today. I came across a recipe for eclair cake and I was […]
What happens when you wrap filet mignon in puff pastry dough? You get Beef Wellington. This dish is really English and it looks incredibly elegant when you serve it for a dinner party. It’s an incredible combination you have to attempt making at least once in your life. The puff pastry and the beef filet […]
There are several countries in Latin America that eat chicken and rice known as arroz con p[ollo and for good reason. Aside from being really tasty, it’s one of those one pot dishes that has the internet going gaga (no not the singer). The chicken is falling off the bone tender and the rice is […]
If you have ever had a caprese salad, you know fresh mozzarella is wonderful thing. Did you know though there is an ever better form of fresh mozzarella? Welcome to the world of Burrata, this fresh mozzarella is so soft its practically melting. When you cut into Burrata the centers is soft and practically spills […]
I am always in favor of recipes that require little or no cooking. You have to admit it’s pretty convenient putting together a meal or a dessert that you can enjoy quickly without heating up your house. Now that we are practically in summer wouldn’t it be nice to have dessert that won’t force you […]
Rather than get into the history of how Cordon Blue got its name let’ts make some tonight. Traditional Cordon Bleu is made with veal but we will be using chicken because its easier to obtain at most grocery stores. This classic French dish pairs well with a side of mashed potatoes and a simple salad. […]
Sweet potatoes fries are perhaps the best side you can serve with a grilled meat or burger. The sweetness of the sweet potatoes with smokey salty flavor of a grilled meat is wonderful. The added benefit of sweet potatoes is despite them being a carb they are packed with vitamins and minerals essential to your […]
