Written by loririddle on 07 November 2011
Growing up Brussels sprouts would probably have been the last thing on earth I would have eaten. But I think that if you dress them up like these you will find that even the “haters” will find these as delicious and will be asking for seconds! Some people look into cooking classes from colleges online [Continue...]
Written by loririddle on 05 November 2011
Ingredients For the pork: 1 bunch fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped 1 bunch fresh sage, leaves finely chopped 20 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes Extra-virgin olive oil 1 pork tenderloin Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. pancetta, sliced thin For the Vegetables: 2 large Spanish onions, diced [Continue...]
Written by loririddle on 01 November 2011
I like to keep a pantry and refrigerator stocked with items that I can throw together for an impromptu get together. Most of these items you can keep on hand in your pantry or in your refrigerator. You can also improvise and swap in and out any item for endless combination of crostinis. Ingredients: Baguettes, [Continue...]
Written by loririddle on 14 December 2009
Ingredients: 2 (16-ounce) package vacuum-packed gnocchi (such as Vigo) 2 ounces pancetta, cut into thin strips (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 [Continue...]
Written by loririddle on 08 November 2009
I am seem to be on a gourmet pizza kick lately. During the summer months, my friends usually stop by for a glass of wine before we start our family dinners. Gourmet pizza always seems to be a hit to nibble on while we enjoy each others company. <strong>Ingredients:</strong> Pizza Dough (store bought) 2 Tbls [Continue...]