Sourdough Baking for Beginners
Anyone can bake bread with instant yeast in a bread machine, but I find such countertop conveniences rob all the romance out of fresh baked bread. Continue reading Sourdough Baking for Beginners
Hospitality Rules: Be good to those serving you
Hospitality rules whether in a CK’s Coffee Shop in Memphis or a three-star Michelin restaurant in Italy. Continue reading Hospitality Rules: Be good to those serving you
Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemon Verbena
I began seeing fresh lemon verbena at the Cooper Young Community Farmer’s Market several weeks ago. This powerfully fragrant herb accents some of my favorite hand soaps, I thought at the market, but I couldn’t figure out what to do with the herb in the kitchen. Intimidated, I put off experimentation until my friend David Siefker offered me some of this pungent herb from his … Continue reading Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemon Verbena
Vidalia Onion Galette Celebrates Spring
This Vidalia Onion Galette recipe led to spectacular results according to my husband and made me think of a French onion soup delivered in a crisp and flaky pastry. Continue reading Vidalia Onion Galette Celebrates Spring
Poached Egg Omelette
A poached egg adds a velvety, luxuriant richness to dry toast, green salads or roasted root vegetables. A soft French omelette with fresh herbs provides a buttery and delicate treat. A poached egg inside an omelette equals pure decadence. Continue reading Poached Egg Omelette
Can’t Mock this Cassoulet
My inelegant recipe with tinned beans may not meet Elizabeth David’s standards but makes a delicious meal with less fuss and improves upon the “quick” version with which I started. Continue reading Can’t Mock this Cassoulet
Celebrate Dining Out for Life at Tart Cafe and Cafe 1912 on April 27
On April 27 I invite you to declare “Vive la France” and dine with me and fellow supporters of Friends for Life. Continue reading Celebrate Dining Out for Life at Tart Cafe and Cafe 1912 on April 27
Ample Applause for Apple Cider Vinaigrette
I made this apple cider vinaigrette dressing recipe last weekend for an arugula salad with roughly chopped, honey-roasted almonds for dinner guests who loved it. Continue reading Ample Applause for Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Deep-Fried Buddhist Goodness in the South
For a deeper and more disciplined experience, use a pestle and mortar with fresh ingredients when you have the time. For a faster and easier experience, use the garlic and onion powder – particularly on a weeknight – when you need a quick and tasty dinner treat. Continue reading Deep-Fried Buddhist Goodness in the South
Lemongrass Tofu Lesson
My fried lemongrass tofu produced a desireable, crisp exterior and a textured soft curd interior, but the flavors underwhelmed. Continue reading Lemongrass Tofu Lesson
