This classic Christmas dessert is a tradition in France. Evidently Napoleon believed cold air caused illnesses and ordered that all chimneys in Paris be closed in the winter. This eliminated the french tradition of gathering around an actual Yule Log on Christmas Eve, so in classic French fashion they developed a culinary confection to solve this problem and the tasty cake ...
Grill Better Burgers
Yes, you can buy ready ground beef at the grocery store or butcher but I strongly encourage you to consider grinding your own! Don't own a meat grinder? If you have a food processor this is still an easy task. Simply cube the meat you intend to grind in 1" cubes. Place some of the cubes in the work bowl of your food processor (not filling it more than half-way) and pulse ...
Bircher Muesli
I worked in the upscale restaurant at a famous resort many years ago. This restaurant was well-known for their brunch buffet and I was puzzled that they would serve something so unexciting in appearance next to decadent indulgences like smoked salmon and Eggs Benedict. That is until I tasted Bircher Muesli. After my first bite, I had a new favorite that I enjoyed every ...
Farm Fresh Mayonnaise
Being born and raised in the South, I am used to seeing Mayonnaise on or in almost everything. When I traveled to France and realized how much better the fresh Mayonnaise really is, I wanted to stop buying the stuff in the jar (even my favorite brand). The flavor of homemade is so much better, and then I actually have more control of what ingredients it is made from. I am ...
Cucumber-avo-mato Salad
Its hot outside! Finding something satisfying and delicious without heating up the kitchen often leads to salad in the summer. The contrast of cool cucumber, creamy avocado, salty capers, and smoky cumin combine to create this delicious salad. You can enjoy this as side dish with your favorite summer grilled dinner or add grilled chicken or shrimp and serve this as a ...
