Bear with me as I patiently wait for spring and inspiration for warm weather cooking.
In the fall, when the weather is grey and cold, I love lighting the fire. I look forward to all the slow-cooked, braised meats, long-simmering soups and tender, hearty stews. Planning on what to cook next is exciting.
In April, when the weather is still … Continue reading.....
I love risotto.
Since the first time I had it in Venice I have been smitten.
That year, for Christmas, mon mari gave me a cookbook: ‘Risotto’.
A simple title for a simple book… Just recipes for classic Italian risotto.
Nothing fancy, nothing creative or innovative or cutting edge.
This is the first one I made. It’s still my … Continue reading.....
I have to admit I've gotten into the habit of using white beans in most dishes, except chili, of course.
I use different sizes and types of white beans, but they're still, well, white.
I decided it was time to change. (I'm such a risk-taker.)
Red beans, specifically red kidney beans, have a much more assertive flavor than their pale … Continue reading.....
No update this week.
Mon mari is lazing around watching old movies again.
He had surgery on a pinched nerve (other arm) last week.
To be nice to the invalid I made a favorite risotto on his least favorite day (fish hell day – I have mentioned that he’s not fond of fish, haven’t I?).
He is rather fond of … Continue reading.....
I started going through my blog posts, getting my thoughts organized for my book. (Ok, for years readers have told me I should write a book, so I am. Hope those same readers buy it)
Anyway, one of the things that quickly became obvious is the poor quality of some of the early photos. (Ok, I know that almost … Continue reading.....
I was checking my recipes for a simple Asparagus Risotto the other day….
And couldn't find it.
With all of the risotto recipes I've posted on this blog, I've never posted one for Asparagus Risotto.
I've posted other risottos with asparagus but never the basic.
The others follow, but here's the one to make with the first, fresh asparagus of … Continue reading.....
I'm back…..
Almost.
Still rather jet-lagged.
Still wrapping my mind around stuff and getting used to the new reality.
And absolutely enjoying the brilliant sunshine and warm air that greeted me.
Spring arrived while I was away. Hyacinths are blooming, tulips are up, fruit trees are blossoming, puppies are digging…. All signs of spring.
It's always interesting visiting the … Continue reading.....
Mon mari got to play with a big toy last week.
He wanted to rent the little backhoe/digger that he used last year to dig the water trench.
It wasn’t available.
But the guy was very understanding…. and let him have the big one for the same price.
And I can’t believe I didn’t get a photo of it!
I’m … Continue reading.....
