a journal of food, family & friends
There is no precise recipe or technique when it comes to preparing that classic French dish, Ratatouille. What comes to mind is that cute little rat named Remy (in the popular 2007 Pixar movie) stirring up a delicious concoction to impress the local food critic. That guy would definitely have been impressed by this Cheesy
Picture the moistest most-full-of-flavor brownie you can imagine. Now top it off with a generous layer of dark chocolate ganache. Add your favorite berries. There you have it. The most amazing Naturally Gluten-Free Flourless Chocolate Cake.
Looking for something delicious that you can serve to a crowd? A dish that can be prepared in advance? I can assure you that this one fits the bill. My family loves these Lasagna Rolls with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce. Even the vegetarians in the crowd. For the gluten-free folks, we use gluten-free lasagna …an
Chocolate chip cookies. Add peanut butter to the mix. And double the goodness with a glob of creamy peanut butter chocolate spread between two of these tasty cookies. It’s a winner. And a whole bunch of deliciousness.
We love roasted potatoes. I mean really love them. Typically, I’ll cut the potatoes into nice neat wedges, coat them with some olive oil and balsamic vinegar and throw them in a hot oven.
These tasty breakfast – or anytime, really – treats are delicious all by themselves. Rich & Crispy Waffle Sticks. Take them to the next level …top them off with a sprinkling of powdered sugar and serve them with a selection of fresh fruit and some sweetened ricotta cheese for a yummy start to your morning.
Focaccia with rosemary (focaccia al rosmarino as it is known in Italy) is a common focaccia style in Italian cuisine that may be served as an antipasto, appetizer, table bread, or snack. This is my take on that traditional bread with the addition of Asiago cheese, sliced plum tomatoes and halved pitted kalamata olives. Cheesy
If you look up the word “naan” you’ll find that in Indian cooking, it is a type of leavened bread, typically of teardrop shape and traditionally cooked in a clay oven. We all know it as a delicious way to scoop up hummus or our dip of choice.
These roasted pepper strips are so versatile. Make a batch and keep them in the fridge to serve as an appetizer with hummus.
Okay, folks. Please don’t think that I’ve used the term loosely. When I claim this to be The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Crust, I’m not messin’ with you. It is “spot on” in taste and texture.
Is it panzerotti? Or panzarotti? Either way works. Doesn’t matter how you spell it …the important thing is how amazingly delicious these guys are.
This is one you’ll want to try. Creamy Herbed Dip with Lemon & Dill. Just the thing to throw together when friends are stopping by.
