You’ve probably heard the phrase, ‘as easy as pie’. Actually making a French galette is even easier.
A galette is a delicious, easy to make, rustic looking French pie which you can fill with whatever you think your guests might enjoy. Because galettes feature an open crust, the ingredients you use can visually entice (ie. drive mad) your friends and family long before they take their first bite.
Here’s a delicious party friendly appetizer recipe for a Sun Dried Tomato, Smoked Mozzarella, and Sausage Galette from the folks at Food Blogga; the perfect crusty galette to make as we move closer to Spring.
Although more commonly used in soups and stews, orzo works beautifully in salads as a delicious alternative to the more commonly used macaroni shapes found in mayonnaise heavy pasta salads.
Here’s a wonderful and festive looking salad recipe for Spinach and Orzo Salad with Cranberries and Almonds from the folks at Aggie’s Kitchen.
Some parties and gatherings are the kind you plan weeks in advance while others just sort of happen.
The phone rings, you bump into old friends while running errands, you hear happy news from a good neighbor; and somehow you end up with a living room full of hungry people wondering what delicious thing you’re about to bring from in the kitchen.
Today’s Dijon Cheddar Beer Spread from the folks at the Culinary Concoctions by Peabody food blog might just be the perfect appetizer for those times.
A versatile spread that you can serve with your favorite crackers, chips, crusty bread, carrots and celery sticks, etc. it’s very easy to adapt this recipe as needed.
Prefer to use peanuts, sunflower seeds, or almonds you have on hand instead of hazelnuts? This recipe will still be delicious.
Want to make this spread ahead of time in case of emergency? No problem at all as
It’s Thursday and the weekend can’t come quick enough. What to do? Hit the bacon key!
Here’s a very easy recipe for Charlie Trotter’s Bacon and Lentil Soup from the folks at the A Good Appetite Food Blog that will help you add more Vitamin B(acon) to your life.
Looking for a sophisticated seafood dish to help welcome in the warmer weather?
Below is a delightful recipe for Salmon Fish Sticks With Pimento-Caper Sauce from the folks at Seattle Food Geek that will help you get ready to become a happy sufferer of Spring fever.
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Featuring a sensual combination of portabello, shitake, maitake, and beech mushrooms, this probably isn’t the cream of mushroom soup recipe your grandmother used to make.
However, if your future grandchildren are very lucky, this wonderful soup could be your excuse to start a new family food tradition for special occasions.
Alas, this is not the most inexpensive mushroom soup recipe ever created. However, if you’re looking to both wow and spoil the wild mushroom fanatics in your life, this delicious recipe for Gourmet Cream of Wild Mushroom and Leek Soup from the folks at Culinary Musings should work nicely.
Ever been so busy that you wish you could cook right on your computer?
The humorous video below which shows the fictional product Adobe Photoshop Cook, gives you a glimpse of what cooking on your computer might look like if it were possible today.
Enjoying delicious calamari at home is easier than most people think. The key to a good, flavorful calamari is to buy the freshest squid possible and then not to overcook it.
Once you’ve made your first batch of calamari you’ll never need to look at a recipe for it again because it’s far easier to make than it looks.
Below is a delicious recipe for Spicy Buttermilk Fried Calamari from the folks at The Hungry Mouse.
Making classic homemade ravioli from scratch is something every serious home cook should consider trying. However, in these busy times, this handy wonton wrapper ravioli method is very satisfying and will save you time as well as allow you the flexibility to experiment with your own favorite ingredients for the “ravioli” filling.
Wonton wrappers are available in the refrigerated case of most supermarkets, health food, and Asian stores and are the key ingredient that makes this a great spur of the moment ravioli recipe.
Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1/4 cup raw hazelnuts, roughly chopped (or use dry
Unlike its more common cousins spinach and lettuce salad, cabbage salad doesn’t often get its due. That’s a shame, because cabbage is surprisingly high in Vitamin C as well as a very versatile ingredient to keep on hand.
Here’s a delicious cabbage salad that works either as a sophisticated, refreshing side dish or works as a meal. It’s also a great way to use up any leftover cooked chicken but it would also be wonderful served with shrimp.
The James Beard Foundation has announced the semifinalists for the 2010 James Beard Awards which honor some of America’s most respected restaurants, chefs, food authors and restaurants. This marks the 20th anniversary of the James Beard Awards which have been held annually since 1990.
Past chef honorees include Anthony Bourdain, Bobbie Flay, Grant Achatz, John Currence, David Chang, and Nate Appleman.
Noted food writers such as Nathalie Dupree, Barbara Kingsolver, Frances Moore Lappe, James Peterson, and Paula Wolfert have also been given the award.
Charleston, South Carolina James Beard Award Winners include food writers Matt and Ted Lee (The Lee Brothers) and chefs Mike Lata, Robert Stehling, and Robert A. Barber, Jr.
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Green onions (also known as scallions) and the bright flavor of lime are a magical flavor combination. When you add shrimp to the mix it’s almost impossible to go wrong.
The recipe calls for kaffir lime powder, a common ingredient in Thai and Asian cooking (where both the leaves and the fruit itself are used) which you can find in Asian supermarkets or some health food stores.
However, don’t despair if you can’t find kaffir limes in your area (also known as kieffer limes). The grated zest of 2 standard limes (or the zest of fresh kaffir limes) may be easily substituted instead of the kaffir lime powder.
Please see the photo below to help you identify this versatile fruit on your next culinary
Wondering just how many oranges it takes to power an iPhone? (I bet you weren’t.)
No matter, because you’ll still want to see this well produced and interesting short video featuring delicious Jaffa oranges as an alternative power source for one of Apple’s most popular products.
(See apples and oranges really do go together!)
Kind of takes green -er, orange energy to a whole new level don’cha think?
If you love eating Indian food at restaurants or at home, you know just how warming and exciting good Indian food can be.
Featuring lots of delicious vegetables, here’s a zesty and infinitely adaptable recipe for homestyle Mulligatawny Indian Soup from the folks at Eliza Domestica.
Want to make it vegan and vegetarian friendly? Just substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth in the recipe. Need to lower the fat content? Use low fat coconut milk instead of the full fat version.
Commonly used to make the popular Japanese soup miso, miso paste is a very versatile ingredient that can be used to richly flavor sauces, meats, and vegetables.
Here’s a delicious salad recipe for Winter Miso Slaw Salad from the folks at The Kitchn that will help you fulfill your craving for something easy, healthy, and delicious during these long winter months.
Adapted from a recipe by award winning chef, Francois Payard, this juicy and flavorful mini ground lamb burger recipe makes 20 party friendly sliders…just the thing for a casual but delicious gathering.
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