Monthly Archives: October 2011

Happy Halloween!

I love this! So cute! I’m busy “treating” with my boys today, but tomorrow I’ll be back, and serving up some fresh-out-of-the-oven Bittersweet Chocolate Coconut Bread!  So get ready to bake!    

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Friday Flowers: Lantana Flowers and Sweet Potato Shitake Sausage Soup with Udon Noodles

My cooking is all about the combination of true comfort foods and farm-fresh ingredients.  I love slow cooking: spending time in the kitchen with the food, learning about each ingredient, getting to the essence of flavor to make it shine. … Continue reading

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Brûléed Port Wine Poached Pears Two Ways: Sweet and Savory

The sweet: Port Wine Mascarpone Pear Tart Want to feel like a fancy and talented pastry chef?  Excellent. Read on! Brûléed Port Wine Poached Pears are brilliant in both sweet and savory courses!  I’m presenting ideas for an appetizer and … Continue reading

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Brûléed Port Wine Poached Pears

Poach at least one pear during the fall season!  Do it!  In my cozy world of fall, comfort foods, poached pears are right up there with roasted squash, creamy soups and braised stews! What I love about this recipe — other … Continue reading

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Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta Recipe

One of the reasons I love cool, foggy weather is that I feel like I have a free pass to “get cozy” at home.   I really love a fire in the fireplace, blankets on the sofa, and — most of … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers: Mexican Sage and Herbs de Provence Orange Roasted Chicken

It doesn’t get much better than braising and roasting in the fall and winter. (Yes, even here in Los Angeles!)  The cooking is just as comforting as the meal. How good does it sound to spend a weekend day at … Continue reading

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Halloween Recipe: Spooky Spider Chocolate Truffles

Please vote for this adorable and delicious spider in the Yummly Halloween recipe contest! Thank you! Sadly, Halloween and I are not a match made in heaven.  I’m not a big fan of gooey candy. I hate horror flicks.  Ghosts, … Continue reading

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Pommes Anna

How pretty is this?  I know!  And it’s delicious! Now picture, if you will, that Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs are resting right on top.  Can you imagine how good the sauce from the ribs would be, seeping into the tiny … Continue reading

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Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies {Gluten-Free}

I have a little secret for you.  Are you on the edge of your seat?  Well, I wish I could tell you it’s a juicy secret. Remember my husband’s birthday party last weekend?  The “featured” dessert was a plate of Spicy … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers: Gerberas and Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs

It’s October. It’s fall. So naturally, it’s time to cook with pumpkins and make warm, comforting one-pot meals! Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs are a treat not to be missed.  And good news, you can make this over the weekend . … Continue reading

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