I love a good ‘za! This one is made extra special with a generous layer of whipped browned butter ricotta. This recipe makes two 13-inch pizzas and enough to feed about 4 people. This dough also freezes very well so… Continue Reading
The courgette bumper crop has begun…and continues… Garden fresh zucchini are especially tasty when harvested young. If you are buying from the market or from the grocer, look for smaller zucchini as they hold up better when sliced into a… Continue Reading
In case anyone is interested in growing zucchini in the garden, every family only needs one plant and not eight – like us… In a happy spot, zucchini can be very productive. I love a garden fresh zucchini but their blossoms are… Continue Reading
I’ve been wanting to post about conquering the Tomahawk for quite some time now. I’ve had my share of Tomahawk flops – and they are epic! Completely charred on the outside and still blue on the inside or just darn… Continue Reading
This tart falls squarely into the dessert category but the assertiveness of rosemary and black pepper give it real substance. Choose a selection of plums or other stone fruit for a very pretty looking tart! Summer Tart 1/2 lb puff… Continue Reading
One of the greatest pleasures in life is cooking and dining al fresca. Nothing better than a lazy afternoon of cooking and sipping with friends. This meal is perfect for exactly that type of entertaining and everything comes together in… Continue Reading
This has got to be one of my favorite ice cream flavors. As a child, I hated coffee but loved coffee desserts! This one gets a special hit of freshly ground cardamom and crunchy bits of salted cashews and pistachios.… Continue Reading
Eggplant entered into my food repertoire late in life. I resisted it for a long time despite my mom and grandmother’s efforts. They tried and tried. It showed up stuffed, stir-fried, deep fried, stewed, mashed…I just didn’t like it. Well,… Continue Reading
I’m a big fan of galettes! Sweet and savory ones! They are all perfect for the cottage! No messing around with a double crust and finding the perfect pie dish. This rustic tart can be baked on any flat surface… Continue Reading
This has quickly become my go to flatbread! It is great as a side to any BBQ or with a medley of summer dips. I keep a few balls of this dough in the freezer. They can be defrosted overnight in… Continue Reading
