Monthly Archives: November 2009

I Am Thankful For…

Posted on November 26, 2009 by

…so many things this year.  Here is a short list.  What about you? My wonderful husband and son, what’s life without them? My newly organized shelf of cookbooks, color coordinated (fashion over function but ahhh, it looks so good) Thanksgiving … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on November 25, 2009 by

If ever there was a time to get in the kitchen and cook, this is it.  Wishing you all a juicy turkey and a Happy Thanksgiving. Appetizers on Thanksgiving are risky.  People show up at your house starving, having waited … Continue reading →

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"Oh Sh*t" Soup!

Posted on November 22, 2009 by

Do you ever have that moment, around 3:00 in the afternoon, when you realize you have no dinner plan?  You haven’t been to the store, you don’t want to eat out, and you have no idea what to make-your first … Continue reading →

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Jeff Koehler on Rice, Pasta, Couscous and more….

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

Last week I was lucky to attend a book signing with my friend Jeff Koehler.  His latest book, “Rice, Pasta, Couscous” is simply stunning.  Full of photos, stories, and recipes that let you live vicariously through his travels around the … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on November 18, 2009 by

Eight days and counting.  Have you decided what your Thanksgiving menu is yet?  The food sections are bursting at the seams with tips and recipes to make your life easier, and hopefully get that old green been casserole off your … Continue reading →

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Pot Roast

Posted on November 16, 2009 by

For me, the best thing about fall and winter is braising.  I love the low and slow cooking process, coaxing out the flavors of meats and vegetables and transforming those tough cuts into something that melts in your mouth.  Yum! … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on November 11, 2009 by

It’s cool here, finally feeling like Fall. All the more reason to get into the kitchen! Here’s what I like in the food sections today. Spaghetti squash is one of those vegetables I never ate growing up. I’m guessing my … Continue reading →

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One Pot Meal-Lamb Tagine

Posted on November 7, 2009 by

I love dinner I can make in one pot-add a salad and call it a day. This is really a “one pot/two pan” dinner but, the dish washing is so minimal and you can make most of it in advance, … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on November 4, 2009 by

Happy Fall Wednesday! Chefs Mark Peel and Thomas Keller both have new books hitting the shelves. Mark, a long time LA super-chef and Thomas (do I really need to say anything here?) have been in the restaurant business for years. … Continue reading →

Posted in brussels sprouts, cake, campanille, chicken, french laundry, keller, peel, recipe, season, walforf | 1 Comment

My Homage to Gourmet

Posted on November 2, 2009 by

I’ve been a subscriber to Gourmet magazine for longer than I can remember. When I heard of their demise, I wasn’t shocked; rumors had been swirling for a bit. That said, there is still something downright unfair about a pillar … Continue reading →

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