Brrrrrrrrr. It’s bitter cold out there. February in Northern California has been a mix of rain, snow, wind and dull […]
Archive for ‘Entrees’
Foraged Feast: Wild Lion’s Mane Bisque
When winter rains soak the earth and bring carpets of fresh green grass to the slumbering coastal hills of California, […]
Best Texas-Style Beef Chili for a Crowd
The cold, rainy days of January are perfect weather for hunkering down inside and cooking dishes that chase away winter’s […]
‘Tis Braising Season! Beef Short Ribs with Pomegranate
The cold days of December beckon us to the kitchen to cook hearty dishes that will warm our bodies, and […]
In Season: Middle Eastern Savoy Slaw
Dense, crinkly Savoy cabbage is a treat that’s always a favorite find at farmers market. This crunchy, tender member of […]
Solstice Salmon with Mint-Herb Chimichurri
Today is solstice, the longest day of the year! Each summer in mid-June the sun rises high in the sky […]
The BEST Cream of Wild Chanterelle Soup
The sunshine streaming over the landscape for the first time in weeks could not go unnoticed. I had to get […]
In Season: Creamy Polenta with Chanterelles, Leeks & Spinach
I am sitting at my window, listening to the rain beat down relentlessly outside and nursing my first head cold […]
New Year’s Panettone-Eggnog Overnight French Toast Casserole
Through the years, certain recipes have become synonymous with family holiday celebrations; like Panettone-Eggnog Overnight French Toast for breakfast on New […]
In Season: Homemade Beef Stew
Winter is here! Time to pull out cozy sweaters, throw a thick down comforter on the bed, and light a […]
Hearty Vegetarian: Thai Quinoa Salad with Seasonal Veggies
Spring days bring a sense of renewal and ease that I find refreshing. I catch myself humming happily as I […]
DIY KRAUT with SAUTEED SAUSAGES & VEGGIES
The week after Super Bowl feels like a let down. The suspense and cheering are behind us for another year. […]
Call of the Wild Porcini (and best Risotto recipe EVER!)
Shhhhh. Do you hear that? From the depths of the rain drenched coastal hills in Northern California the wild porcini […]
Perfect Prime Rib Beef Roast
Christmas Eve dinner at our home always means one thing: Roast Prime Rib of Beef . It’s a tradition in […]
Perfect Roast Turkey: Brine, Dry & Spatchcock
Are you roasting a turkey for the holidays? If you’re in search of a foolproof method for making a bird […]
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