Recipes for life, without the life story.
Cold, dreary fall days call for a light, bright version of winter favorites. This crab and corn chowder has all of the rich flavor, without the heft. Ingredients: 2T olive oil 1 large leek, sliced lengthwise into quarters and chopped thin 2 large potatoes diced small (I used Yukons, others work too) 3…
There are few truths in my daily life that are unshakeable: blue cheese is nasty, the ocean is terrifying, and Fridays are for homemade pizza. Everything else is negotiable, but on Fridays, from the time I wake up, I am thinking about what kind of pizza to make for dinner. Do I go a traditional…
Continue reading ➞ pizza friday: bacon, arugula and caramelized onion
In my last post, I told you I had a favorite way to use the ham bone left over from holiday hosting. Today, I came home from the gym and, as I sat [freezing] in my house, realized this was the perfect day to make my grandma's ham and bean soup. No, this is not…
Continue reading ➞ ham and bean soup: ’cause baby it’s cold outside
The holidays are fast-approaching, and with them comes the annual requirement of hosting. Dinner parties, cocktail parties, and especially the big holiday meals can seem like a daunting task when you have a life outside of your kitchen. And if you're an over-acheiver like me, there is added pressure of how to outdo yourself every…