Each time my mom, sister and I get together, I can count on adding a few new recipes to my collection. We are all food nerds who enjoy finding, making and discussing homemade food and food making techniques. My sister is always trying something new, finding new resources for inspiration. My mom, the one who… Read More
One of the best things about finding friends who have similar interests is the inspiration they provide. While watching our children run about outside, I was musing to my friend, Liz, about flavor pairings with tart cherries, brainstorming about my second collaboration creation with Montmorency tart cherries. I tossed out various herbs and other fruit… Read More
When I think of crostini, I immediately think of Italy, a place I really want to visit, and its popular flavors of garlic, butter, basil and tomatoes. Yum! However, crostini does not need to be emphatically Italian-like. In fact it can be a mix of other flavors and textures like bright and savory, of crunchy… Read More
I’m still in love with the in season peaches. These stone fruits are presently ripe and juicy and full of flavor. Instead of a sweet something, I went more on the savory end. And full fat. :) This peach butter has a hint of sweetness, mostly to bring out the flavor of the peach, plus… Read More
It’s peach season and I’ve been all over the place with what to make with the sweet fruits. First, I thought a light peach sorbet sounded good. Also dreamed about the Peach & Toasted Pecan ice cream I made a few summers back. Then I wondered about a tart or an open faced pie. After… Read More