Ingredients

Ingredient of the Month: Ricotta

It may look like a tiny scoop of ice cream…but it’s not. It’s a super versatile cheese that can go savory as easy as it can go sweet. And it makes some of the best pizza and pasta. Today, we’re talking about the merits of ricotta cheese! Tell me more about ricotta: Ricotta is an […]

Mussels & Scallops & More Seafood

Back in January, I decided on a few important food resolutions. One of them was to eat more seafood, and it had been going really well. We did some mustard baked turbot that was tasty. Then, we made moules frites, a Belgian specialty with steamed mussels and fries.     My husband did a great […]

Ingredient of the Month: Olive Oil

You may think you know olive oil, but you have no idea. Ok, that’s a bit dramatic. We all probably know and love olive oil, but I recently learned some things about this wonderful liquid that I thought you would like to know, too, so it’s May’s Ingredient of the Month! Tell me more about […]

Ingredient of the Month: Leeks

Have you ever tried cooking with leeks? They’re such a neat ingredient, onion-ey without being too overpowering. And they have this subtle delicious flavor that’s amazing in soups and lots of other French dishes. Although they may take up an entire shelf of your refrigerator, they’re a great vegetable to have on hand! Tell me […]