Tuesday didn't go quite as planned. Hurricane Isaias was moving up the coast and rain was predicted throughout the day, so instead of working in the garden, I planned on making this delicious Zucchini and Squash Blossom Galette and writing up the recipe for the blog. The dough was already thawed and rolled out into … Continue reading Hurricane Isaias Zucchini and Squash Blossom Galette
Last night I had a dream that I was a contestant in some sort of cooking competition and had only a few minutes to shop and collect my ingredients. I needed cilantro and celery (I have no idea what I was about to create) but all of the herbs and celery leaves in front of … Continue reading Asparagus, Bacon & Herbes de Provence Cheese
I cannot resist buying baby artichokes when they are available. Even when my refrigerator is already filled with more vegetables than I can possible prep and eat before they start turning, I cannot walk past baby artichokes without buying them. These babies are not exactly easy either- they are time consuming and need to be … Continue reading Artichoke & Mushroom Galette
I've finally emerged from my Thanksgiving Day feast coma and am able to think once again about food. Yes, it took two days! Among the many many things for which I am thankful, I must include the fact that we had the foresight to sample this Pear Galette with Maple Brandy Glaze before dinner. Had … Continue reading Pear Galette with Maple Brandy Glaze
It was September 1st, 1973 and my very pregnant mother was expecting me... but I did not arrive. My Grammy had flown in from Pittsburgh to stay with my older sister and to help Momma after my arrival. They waited a week, but I was quite comfortable and refused to come out. So they did … Continue reading Peaches in September
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