Today, the sun is shining. The icicles that adorned my house have all melted. The snow that covered my backyard? Well, it's still there, but the forecast says it won't be there forever, which is how I felt about it last week at this time. Yet the nights still dip below … [Read more...] about Leek and Potato Gratin as We Bid Farewell to Winter
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Kugelhopf, My Grandma’s Way
It's hard to say where this kugelhopf originated from. While other kugelhopfs start from sweet, yeast-risen dough, I grew up eating a rich cake-like version my grandmother made. With its distinct rich taste and buttery texture, this moist cake is the perfect complement to your … [Read more...] about Kugelhopf, My Grandma’s Way
General Tso’s Chicken, Takeout From Home
Along with the wontons, this was my first attempt at getting in touch with the takeout box I so longed for. Fried chicken pieces, sticky sauce. General Tso's Chicken. Why General Tso's and not orange chicken, sesame or even sweet and sour? To be honest, I never really liked … [Read more...] about General Tso’s Chicken, Takeout From Home
Blog Aid: Recipes for Haiti
I am here at Blissdom this week(end), but I have to tear myself away from the wonderful presentations and amazing people to tell you about something I have had the incredible opportunity to be a part of. When Julie from Dinner with Julie posted just after the Haiti earthquake … [Read more...] about Blog Aid: Recipes for Haiti
The Art of Folding Cream Cheese Wontons (my methods)
When Ole and I first got married, we ate on the cheap. I worked for a nonprofit (and after that for myself), and he was finishing his graduate degree. It was during this time that we started experimenting with the art of bringing the restaurants to our house, specifically of … [Read more...] about The Art of Folding Cream Cheese Wontons (my methods)
