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Today I am sharing the simplest of recipes to start off your next party. This Goat Cheese Pasilla Dip is amazing. It is creamy but with a little kick and the subtle flavor of pepitas. While in Napa last fall I bought a jar of this delicious Jalapeño Jam. I have used a teaspoon here…
When summer comes around I love mixing grilled fruit with salad so this week made a Grilled Apricot, Cherries, Pancetta and Goat Cheese Salad. I was at the local farmers market and bought a bag of sweet dark cherries. They are my summer candy. I love the dark crimson color and the sweetness of the…
This weekend seemed to go by in a blur. On Saturday we raised over $2300 at the National Food Blogger Bake Sale. Raising money to end childhood hunger, the bake sale was part of Share Our Strengths Great American Bake Sale. The Los Angeles salewas held at BLD restaurant and the place was jam packed…
Have you ever tasted something new and wondered how you could have missed out. That is how I felt about figs. I tasted one a few years ago but didn’t like it. On my recent trip to Napa I tasted Joanne’s brandied figs and fell in love. I have been missing out on a wonderfully…
This Cherry, Jalapeno Relish recipe was inspired by the amazing cherries that are in season right now. I have been exploring the farmers markets in Orange County for a new project. We are fortunate to have one in many of our cities. Almost every day there is a farmers market you could visit. This year…
The farmers markets are bursting with fresh produce right now. From peppers and chilies to peaches and nectarines this time of year there is so much to choose from. I love walking through the markets, sampling varieties you can only find at farmers markets. Then the fun begins when I bring a bounty home and…
I spent my weekend wrestling a bbq. When did it become impossible to find a bbq that was already put together? After putting it together, taking it apart and trying again, I took a break. I think reinforcements will have to be called in. In an attempt to turn my run of bad cooking around…
Many of you have commented on new ideas for Grilled Cheese. That was and still is my favorite sandwich. There is nothing like a great grilled cheese. Nancy Silverton, now of Mozza, used to have a Grilled Cheese night at Campanile. The place would be packed with diners waiting to try the weekly specials. She…
With spring comes the desire to eat healthier and maybe for some, eat a bit less. Combining those desires with the urge to save on my lunches, I decided to make up a salad to bring for work this week. If you’re planning on taking this for lunch place the red onion in a baggie…
So I am going to try to post every day for the month of November as part of NaBloPoMo, National Blog Posting Month. This will be a challenge for me.. I’d like to hear from you, my readers, what are you interested in learning more about. Is there a recipe you are interested in? I…
The first recipe I will share from the party is the Herb Coated Goat Cheese. It is so flavorful coated with rosemary, thyme, lemon zest and parsley. It has a fresh taste with the tang of lemon. Serve it with toasted crostini or crackers. Herb Coated Goat Cheese Adapted from Giada De Laurentis – Everyday…
At my local farmers market almost every booth has white peaches. I love the flavor of them and try to incorporate them into many dishes over the summer. There is nothing like going to the market, supporting local growers and coming home to create new dishes. Last year I discovered a great recipe by Bobby…