Asparagus flan - this luscious savory custard, infused with the delicate flavors of asparagus, crab meat, and fresh tarragon is so light and airy, and tastes absolutely sublime! It's a great first course or appetizer, or can be served as a main dish, coupled with a fresh salad, and a glass of chilled white wine. Here's a nice little spring ...
Roasted vegetable guacamole
Roasted vegetable guacamole - this slight twist on the beloved avocado dip is bursting with lovely charred flavors of sweet caramelized onions, tomatoes and jalapeños, smoky cumin, and bright citrus and floral notes from the lime and cilantro. As the big game day approaches, I bet guacamole comes to mind more often than anything else, as ...
Crab deviled eggs {tarragon + cayenne}
Crab deviled eggs - seasoned with fresh tarragon, and a touch of cayenne, these crab deviled eggs are elegant and simple, yet absolutely decadent - the perfect appetizer for a grand occasion, or celebration. Hello, my friends! I hope you all had a fabulous Christmas, and a relaxing holiday week!! For us, It was a marathon of cooking, ...
3 holiday popcorn recipes
Let the holiday snacking begin with these 3 festive popcorn flavors - smoke & spice, truffle & Parmesan, rosemary, lemon & garlic. As the holidays approach, I get sucked into this unending stream of activities, tasks, and events, and I hardly find the time set foot in the kitchen (you can say I'm saving my strength for the grand ...
Purple potato bites with horseradish creme fraiche and caviar
Purple potato bites with horseradish creme fraiche and caviar - bold colors and big flavors packed into a small, delicious morsel - the perfect starter for your holiday dinner or a cocktail party. Great things come in small bites, and in this case - purple packaging. With their festive look, striking color and bold flavor, these little ...
Sesame-roasted, maple chipotle delicata squash
Sesame-roasted, maple chipotle delicata squash - crunchy sesame crust, sweet and spicy soft interior, fun looking, and so freakishly delicious, it's scary - these are your perfect Halloween treat! It's code orange in the house! All around - inside and out. It's really that time of year, when I am competing with myself, and coming up with ...