Blog Archives for tag butter

‘Morels with Mint, Peas & Shallots’

 If there ever was a salad that best epitomizes spring, this is it.  A combination of three different types of… Continue reading »

Buttered Cucumbers & Radishes with Fresh Dill

My Buttered Cucumbers & Radishes with Fresh Dill is a simple French side dish that will wow your dinner companions. … Continue reading »

Grilled Filets with Porcini Sauce & Roasted Shallots

 Dried mushrooms of any variety are a great thing to keep stocked in your pantry.  Easily rehydrated in warm water,… Continue reading »

Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Shallots

 Growing up, homemade mashed potatoes were saved for special occasions.  (In fact, my sister Mary Lauren used to love them… Continue reading »

Red Wine Spaghetti

 This is yet another super simple pasta recipe that you will make again and again!  What a lovely way to… Continue reading »

Vanilla Ice Cream with Candied Pecans & Espresso Caramel

 Some of the best dessert ideas start with a few quality store-bought ingredients.  My Vanilla Ice Cream with Candied Pecans… Continue reading »

‘Celery Soup’

 The art of making soup is one of the first skills to master in the kitchen.  Once you get the… Continue reading »

Hazelnut Shortbread

 Tea time anyone? If, like me, you enjoy a cup of tea or a piping hot espresso most afternoons as… Continue reading »

Summer Squash Casserole

 If you are growing squash or zucchini this summer, you can attest to the fact that it grows very quickly… Continue reading »

‘Halibut with Charred Tomatoes & Dill’

 The utter simplicity of this dish makes it very French indeed.  High quality, flavorful ingredients paired with classic cooking methods—this… Continue reading »