Blog Archives for tag fresh thyme

‘Brisket with Apricots & Prunes’

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…any dish that has to braise for a few hours is always… Continue reading »

Pan-Seared Salmon with Herb-Caper Bagna Cauda

Hailing from Piedmont, a northwestern region of Italy, a bagna cauda is a traditional anchovy-butter sauce oftentimes served with crudites as… Continue reading »

Shredded Kale Salad with Balsamic-Roasted Figs, Parsnips & Roquefort

My favorite variety of kale is Lacinato kale, also known as Tuscan or black kale. Whether raw or sautéed, I love its… Continue reading »

‘Mushroom Ragoût with Cheese Ravioli’

A traditional ragoût is a French stew (of meat and vegetables but also sometimes just vegetables) traditionally served as a main course…. Continue reading »

‘Striped Bass en Brodo’

Cooking anything en brodo simply means you are cooking it in a flavorful broth.  In Italy, this type of cooking is… Continue reading »

Veal Chops with Wild Mushrooms & Herbs

When I see veal chops at our local market, it’s a done deal.  Similar in appearance to a thick-cut, bone-in… Continue reading »

Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffled Cauliflower Purée & Caperberries

Isn’t this a gorgeous plate?  Perfectly seared jumbo sea scallops resting effortlessly on top of a creamy portion of cauliflower… Continue reading »

Spinach & Tomato Frittata

The beauty of a baked egg dish like this one is in its possibilities.  The add-ins can be any of… Continue reading »

Rustic Fig & Raspberry Crostata

One of the most wonderful fruit pairings I can imagine is that of ripe, fresh figs and tart, fresh raspberries;… Continue reading »

‘Mustard Steak au Poivre’

No need to make reservations at your favorite steakhouse to enjoy a perfectly cooked filet mignon. Just follow this simple… Continue reading »