So, for the past few days, we’ve been talking about Le Grand’s delicious sauces. (Read here for an introduction to Le Grand’s gourmet raw sauces.) Yesterday, we made braised meatballs in sun-dried tomato pesto, today we’re going to try something different: Cucumber “Fettuccini” with Le Grand Garden Pesto Sauce So I think in my intro, I said […]
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Can You Eat White After Labor Day? (Also, Happy #MeatlessMonday)
Okay, so the fashionistas all agree that you can’t wear white after Labor Day, but, I’m wondering about eating white after Labor Day. Think about it. If you can’t wear white, you’re probably wearing darker colors and if you spill… yikes! Who knows…maybe tomorow the manner experts are going to outlaw fettuchini alfredo, sugar cookies, […]
#letslunch Chilled Poached Pear Soup
You ready? Let’s lunch! Looking for something delicious for lunch today? How about Chilled Poached Pear Soup Ever since I tried pear soup at Trezo Vino in Overland Park, KS, I have wanted to make my own chilled pear soup. The soup I had at Trezo Vino was good and it certainly sounded exotic. Still, […]
Jennifer Iannolo of the Culinary Media Network
I knew there was something special about Jennifer Iannolo (aka @foodphilosophy) when she once tweeted her favorite meal. The details have long since been forgotten except for the fact it started with “when me and Charlie” sat down for a meal. Now, for the rest of you who aren’t on a first name basis with […]
#meatlessmonday Grilled Eggplant Paninis
You ready for some Italian? How about Grilled Eggplant Paninis? The inspiration for this dish came from a great man and an amazing chef: Chef Jasper from Jasper’s restaurant in Kansas City. He actually let me hang out with him for a Saturday (which, mind you is the ONLY reason I would wake up at 8 […]
Caramelized Onion Gratin
I have no idea how this recipe slipped through the cracks. It’s the thing my wife requests I make the most. It’s Caramelized Onion Gratin Hurray! What? Gratin I say? Yes, gratin. Wait! Like au gratin? Well, sort of. See, I used to think that all gratins were au gratins, like potatoes au gratin, which […]
Peach Pie
Stop the presses. Stop what you’re doing and stare! I made Peach Pie Yes, that’s right, he who does not bake made a pie. He who finds the depths of dessert dark and dangerous prepared a perfect peach pie. I made this pie last week and I still can’t believe it. If you have ever […]
Candied Jalapenos
This recipe takes me waaay back (to you know, like 2005) when I was desperately trying to get on Next Food Network Star Season 2. I wanted to be unique, I wanted to be different, and I wanted to do something that would make me stand out. So I made: Candied Jalapenos Yep, that’s right. […]
Creamy Roasted Tomato Pasta Salad – Meatless Monday
Okay, so I know it’s a bit late for Meatless Monday, but a) better late than never and b) you can get started early for next week!! So, next Meatless Monday, why don’t you make: Creamy Roasted Tomato Tortellini Salad The inspiration for this dish came from Whole Foods. For about a month, they had […]
#MeatlessMonday: Match Meat Lasagna
So I was hanging out on Twitter today and saw one of my Tweeps, amoyal, mention that today was #MeatlessMonday. I had never heard of this particular Twitter tag, but I got pretty excited since it’s so close to what I want to do with Vegan Weekend. Anyway, never one to let a good Twitter […]