One day as I was preparing for Mexican Fiesta Night at Casa Chickie, my dear friend Lisa who loves all things Mexico/Central & South America, offered to make homemade tortillas. To my delight, she didn’t arrive with already-prepared tortillas, but with her tortilla press, ingredients and griddle! This is her simple recipe for tender, delicious [...]
Since moving to New Jersey five years ago, I’ve been enjoying some of the best produce I’ve ever had. New Jersey, the Garden State, is specially famous for its corn, tomatoes and blueberries. Lucky for me, I’m partial to all three! Something new I’ve been enjoying this season is corn on the cob grilled without [...]
I’m the first in line for new and innovative cooking and have dined at some pretty eclectic restaurants all over the world, but sometimes, old school-type dishes are what I really crave. Beef Wellington, turkey Tetrazzini, macaroni salad…stuffed tomato? Yes, stuffed tomato is a Summer favorite when tomatoes are ripe, juicy and perfect. Plus, it [...]
It’s nearly Summertime and all of us are looking for simple dishes to make while entertaining friends and family. Here are five dishes to try throughout the Summer that won’t keep you away from the party. Beef Chili for a Crowd: http://bit.ly/96QARr Quick and Easy Pan Fried Smashed Potatoes: http://bit.ly/cQRipt Whole Grilled Chicken for the [...]
Last weekend, I was looking for a dish to add to my collection of tasting menu dishes that everyone would love. Yes, this dish is rich, decadent and pretty over-the-top, but if served as a degustation portion, it’ll be satisfying while not being over-indulgent. Poached Lobster Ingredients: 2 – 8 ounce lobster tails, uncooked, shell [...]
They say a banana is the world’s most perfect food, but a soft-boiled egg with the right seasoning and a dollop of mayo might just be ‘it’ for me. Directions: Place room-temperature egg in a small saucepan. Cover with cold water so there’s about 1-inch of water above the egg. Put saucepan over high heat. [...]
This spreadable meat dish is similar to pâté but with more texture. Cretons are a very typical eastern Canada dish served at breakfast time on toasted bread. Cretons are sometimes also served on a cheese platter. Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork 1 lb ground veal 2 onions finely minced 2 tbsp chicken bouillon granules 1 [...]
As someone who grew up with a sister addicted to Nutella, I find interesting the idea of being able to whip up a batch of the decadent chocolate-hazelnut spread within just a few minutes. Ingredients: 2 cups raw hazelnuts 1 cup confectioners’ sugar ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, such as Scharffen Berger or Ghirardelli 3 [...]
The holidays are right around the corner and as you get ready for those much-loved deviled eggs, learn how to make hard boiled eggs that won’t disappoint AND won’t feature a grayish ring around the yolk. Place room-temperature eggs in a saucepan. Cover with cold water so there’s about 1-inch of water above the eggs. [...]
These pan-fried new potatoes are so quick and easy to make that you can served them any night of the week. This recipe works well with leftover potatoes that have been refrigerated. Ingredients: 8 small red-skinned new potatoes, boiled until just tender – about 10 minutes 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp [...]
