You don’t have to go to a French restaurant to have amazing food. You can make it right at home! I’ve been making variations of this recipe since I was about 20 years old. What I’ve come up with is a user-friendly version that keeps things simple. Serve this with …
Read More »Potatoes Dauphinoise – Part 3 of Christmas Dinner
In theory, dessert would be made by now and the Prime Rib would be roasting in the oven. Now it’s time to do the side dishes. You can also do this ahead of time, wrap it up and keep in the refrigerator until ready to bake. This is a classic …
Read More »Buche de Noel (Christmas Yule Log)
For our Christmas dinner menu, we are going to start with dessert first. Your family will love this traditional French Christmas dessert! Buche de Noel (Christmas Yule Log) Ingredients Cake 3 large eggs (room temperature) 1 egg yolk 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup all …
Read More »Flourless chocolate pecan tart
It’s rich and for serious chocolate-lovers only. Lots of people have gluten concerns or other concerns about too many carbohydrates over the holidays. Here’s a relatively guilt-free dessert. This tart (which is really a take on a sponge cake) still contains sugar, but compared to most desserts on Thanksgiving, this …
Read More »Sweet potato souffle with pecan caramel sauce
I get a little bored with the same old sweet potato dishes on Thanksgiving, don’t you? Instead of the sweet potato pie or casserole you have every year, try this recipe. It’s elegant, not hard to make (although it takes a little love and a little time) and your guests …
Read More »Fresh Hen Quiche Lorraine
With fresh eggs from the Food Nation Radio flock of girls. This was amazing and my son loved it! Here’s how to make Fresh Hen Quiche Lorraine. INGREDIENTS Fresh Hen Quiche Lorraine For the Crust 1 cup all purpose flour 1 sticks of ice cold butter 1/4 cup ice water …
Read More »Honey Pear Goat Cheese Tart
I love getting brie en croute in a restaurant, but it’s kind of a pain to do at home. Here’s a great breakfast or brunch or dessert dish that has similar taste without all the fuss and preparation. Honey Pear Goat Cheese Tart . INGREDIENTS – Honey Pear Goat Cheese …
Read More »Crepes are Easier than You Think
I think it is safe to say I have made thousands of crepes. Crepes are Easier than You Think. They are so versatile. From Manicotti to Shitake mushrooms and Boursin cheese; there are many options for sweet as well as savory crepes. Here’s a recipe you can mix in five …
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