Who knew that tiny, thin threads could impart so much flavor into your dinner? Crazy right? But man, saffron threads are sort of a gift to our palate. They add color, versatility, and flavor! Saffron might seem out of the price range of folks, but as most of you know, one of my favorite stores…
Category: Herbs
Butternut Squash Puree with Black Garlic
Velvety smooth sauce that can double (or triple) as soup, filling or myriad other options? Yes please! Not only did I use this to stuff ravioli with, but I also added it to the pan juices of a red wine braised short rib dish to make a perfect pour over sauce. 1 whole Butternut Squash…
Roast Turkey Legs
Growing up I was a super picky eater. Literally, my nickname was “Birdwoman” because I picked at my food like a bird. Cute I know. But one thing I would always eat was turkey legs. To the point where my Mom will still make my “favorite” dinner whenever I come home. Luckily my hubby and…
Lasagna Soup
Is there anything more comforting that a steaming bowl of yummy goodness on a cold night? I don’t think so. Yesterday was the first super cold evening we’ve had this year, and man did I have a hankering for Lasagna Soup. Luckily, I had all the ingredients and the fam was happy to indulge my…
Chicken Marsala
Growing up I don’t think I ever ate chicken marsala. Probably because my sister and I wouldn’t let a mushroom near our plates much less our mouths. Fast forward a few years (ahem!) and this dish is now a family favorite. It started with the ready-made version from Trader Joes (I know, I know! but…
Dill Tuna Salad Sliders
Its a rainy icky day here in DC, and while I was hungry, I wasn’t starving. Enter these super simple, ready in under 5 minute sliders. Perfect when you need to eat, but don’t need a 3 course meal. They require only a few ingredients that most people stock in their cabinets! Easy, quick and…
Chicken Noodle Soup
Is there anything more comforting on a cold day than a warm bowl of soup? My youngest sous-chef says her favorite food is soup. Really doesn’t matter which kind, but if asked, “Chicken Noodle!” is almost always what will come out of her mouth. Ergo, the other day she asked for Chicken Noodle Soup since…
Bouquet Garni
For those who’ve read this blog for a while now, you can probably guess that I’m something of a Francophile. I lived there years ago, and part of my heart and soul will forever reside en France. Ergo, when I have the ability to add some Frenchiness (that is 100% a very real word) to…
Kabocha Squash Sauce
One of my most favorite things about Fall – because let’s be honest, enough people talk about Pumpkin Spice, we need something else – is Kabocha Squash. It’s sweet, nutty, has a velvety soft texture and is super versatile. Soups, sauces, sides, mains, – this somewhat rare squash can do it all. 1 Kabocha Squash1…
Faux Gourmand 