Maybe it’s because I am from a hot climate, but I love a good cold soup, and I think in general they get overlooked. Though what could be more refreshing on a steamy summer day? Most people think only of vichyssoise or gazpacho. But there is so much more. The classic potato-leek vichyssoise is one of my favorite things ever - I make it for myself all the … [Read more...] about Chilled Tzatziki Soup (Cucumber and Yogurt)
Blueberry Ripple Pound Cake
You can’t really go wrong with a classic pound cake, especially when it has a special touch. And this ripple of fresh blueberries is all kinds of special. The cake is tender with this juicy pop of lemony berries swirled through. Not only is it delicious, but it is so pretty to look at – and makes for an impressive presentation with an easy preparation. Present this to your … [Read more...] about Blueberry Ripple Pound Cake
Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta Salad
A good, hearty cold salad on a hot summer day is the perfect remedy for the heat. Fills you up without weighing you down. And it’s so refreshing coming off the lake or the beach or the pool. It’s also nice to have something like this in the fridge to snack on over a weekend. Shrimp and pasta paired with a zesty lemon, dill and yogurt dressing is summer in a bowl. Don’t skip the … [Read more...] about Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta Salad
Brown Butter Asparagus with Hazelnuts
There is a possibility this could become a brown butter fan site. I just love it so much, the deep flavor and crisp nuttiness it adds to anything it touches. And with bright green vegetables it’s a real star. So this incredibly simple treatment for asparagus had a huge payoff – tender, braised spears bathed in tarragon scented brown butter with a sprinkling of extra herb and … [Read more...] about Brown Butter Asparagus with Hazelnuts
Enfrijoladas (Cheese Enchiladas in Black Bean Sauce)
I’ve read a lot of recipes and information about enfrijoladas, and so I am aware that his might not be a particularly authentic recipe. At its core, this is a dish of tortillas dipped in a rich black bean sauce, folded and baked. The sauce is sometimes made with dried beans and a host of Mexican spices, sometimes they are topped with a sprinkling of queso fresco. Somewhere … [Read more...] about Enfrijoladas (Cheese Enchiladas in Black Bean Sauce)
