Blog Archives for tag butter

‘Braised Endive’

This is a fabulously simple (and fabulously French) way to cook Belgian endives, leeks or fennel.  A quick braise in… Continue reading »

‘Espresso Pound Cake’

A caffeinated pound cake….woo hoo! Craving a coffee-flavored dessert, I searched online for something unique that would satisfy my sweet… 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 »

‘Pasta with Rocket & Blue Cheese’

One of my favorite cookbook authors is Donna Hay, the Australian magazine editor, food writer and food stylist.  Her collection… Continue reading »

Lemony Pasta with Chicken Sausage, Artichoke Hearts & Leeks

This veggie-packed pasta gets its flavor from a light lemon butter sauce, sliced garlic, and fresh herbs.  A splash of… Continue reading »

Turnips with Tarragon Butter

Turnips are a flavorful, low-carb alternative to potatoes.  A bit peppery by nature, turnips are great when roasted, mashed, sautéed… 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 »

‘Carrot-Asiago Bread’

Both the grated carrots and the sour cream in this savory quick bread, make for a very moist crumb.  And… Continue reading »

Baked Trout Amandine

Naturally a mild and flaky fish, rainbow trout is a great accompaniment to a lemony butter sauce studded with sliced… Continue reading »

Green Peas & Cucumbers with Tarragon Butter

Two of my favorite herbs to pair with veggies are fresh dill and fresh tarragon.  They both add a bright… Continue reading »