I have admitted before that I know nothing about football and that I have never tailgated. But I do know food, so the whole concept is no mystery to me. Hearty and fun, and easily transportable. And pretty good with a beer. These steak sandwiches fit the bill, great for tailgating because they are versatile. You can prepare all the elements a day ahead, assemble the … [Read more...] about Steak and Blue Cheese Tailgate Sandwiches
Dinner
Roasted Shrimp on Whipped Feta with Chermoula Sauce
Shrimp seem like such a summer special to me. Though I don’t summer at the beach or really live anywhere near a super fresh shrimp source. Maybe a great shrimp dish makes me feel like I am on a beach vacation? Shrimp and feta cheese are a great combination (as a pasta dish it is a favorite). On a trip to Greece years ago, I think I ate some combination of the two at … [Read more...] about Roasted Shrimp on Whipped Feta with Chermoula Sauce
Creamed Corn and Leeks
Is there anything better than a truly creamy summer corn dish (ok, besides just eating it right off the cob)? When I bring home tons of corn and field peas from the farmers market at the height of summer, my favorite Sunday night meal is some peas cooked with a little bit of meat (bacon, country ham, pork jowl, whatever I have) and corn scraped off the cob cooked down in some … [Read more...] about Creamed Corn and Leeks
Chicken Shawarma Platter
As I have said many times before, I love a good salad platter for feeding a crowd (check out my other versions here). A beautiful spread with lots to offer so everyone can tailor their meal to their own tastes. This chicken shawarma version is particularly versatile and absolutely packed with flavor. It’s filling and hearty yet still light and refreshing for summer, with … [Read more...] about Chicken Shawarma Platter
Parmesan Dutch Baby with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula and Basil Vinaigrette
A Dutch baby is always so much fun to serve. Partly because the name is so cute, but also because the puffy batter is easy to make and can be taken in so many different flavor directions. For years, I only ever had sweet Dutch babies for breakfast or brunch, maybe filled with fruit and berries and drizzled with maple syrup. I soon decided they are the perfect vehicle for … [Read more...] about Parmesan Dutch Baby with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula and Basil Vinaigrette
