Fresh off the cob corn is one of my very favorite summer treats. Cobs boiled in water or milk, slathered in butter, kernels sliced from the cob sautéed in butter and cream, corn pudding, and of course a sprightly salad. I gorge myself on fresh corn in the summer months (and freeze some to savor in the winter). I tend to think of corn as a uniquely American vegetable and … [Read more...] about Curried Corn Salad
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Chocolate Blackberry Cake with Red Wine
In summer, I tend to gravitate toward desserts that are fruit forward and maybe a little lighter. I am not going to try and claim Peach Bourbon Pound Cake or Blueberry Buttermilk Bread Pudding are diet food, they are just less intense. But I go all out here with a deep, decadent chocolate cake tinged with dusky blackberries and rich red wine. The I top it off with a thick, … [Read more...] about Chocolate Blackberry Cake with Red Wine
Tagliata Italian Summer Grilled Steak
Talgiata is not a complicated or fancy recipe. It is just a really great guide for a lovely grilled steak meal, perfect for a relaxed long weekend. It’s neither complicated to prepare, so you are not wasting valuable time in the kitchen, nor difficult to cook so you can still gather around the grill for a beer and a good chat. Whip up the marinade and tuck in the steak before … [Read more...] about Tagliata Italian Summer Grilled Steak
Creamer Pea and Corn Salad with Buttermilk Vinaigrette
People often ask me what my favorite food is, and I find it an incredibly difficult question to answer. There are so many, and it changes as I experience new things. But I will say that field peas are at the top of the list. In the summer, I buy all the little baggies at the farmers market and freeze some for year-round enjoyment but eat most of them right away. My Sunday night … [Read more...] about Creamer Pea and Corn Salad with Buttermilk Vinaigrette
Smoky Bacon Corn Casserole
I love, love, love a creamy summer corn casserole (or corn pudding). I mean, I pretty much love all things corn from Caramelized Corn Pudding to zesty Chimichurri Corn Casserole or sophisticated Parmigiano Basil Baked Corn, I am shucking those ears all summer long. Twist up the ingredients on a classic recipe and you end up with a whole new experience. … [Read more...] about Smoky Bacon Corn Casserole