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Four-Cheese Grilled Pimento Cheese and Bacon Sandwiches
Jan19

Four-Cheese Grilled Pimento Cheese and Bacon Sandwiches

Posted on Jan 19, 2012

I am a sucker for a good grilled cheese sandwich. Not just any grilled cheese, mind.  Yes, growing up I loved grilled cheese sandwiches made from processed cheese slices and that cotton candy white bread.  Let’s just say my palate has matured.  These days I have some pretty strict standards for grilled cheese.  They are as follows: The Bread – The bread must be something crusty, a little rustic, and cut no thinner than...

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Carrot, Cardamom and Coconut Soup
Oct01

Carrot, Cardamom and Coconut Soup

Posted on Oct 1, 2010

I always carry with me a book I call my ‘Inspiration Book’. This is the place where I jot down ideas, or flavors, so when I get back to my home kitchen I remember what it was, exactly, that inspired me.  This little book has served me well, and it is directly responsible for this soup.  When my husband and I were off at IFBC last month we took a little side trip into Vancouver, BC.  I had never been to Canada and it was...

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Coconut Curry Shrimp with Spicy Peanut Noodles
Jul22

Coconut Curry Shrimp with Spicy Peanut Noodles

Posted on Jul 22, 2010

When I get a craving for something I want instant satisfaction. Ask anyone who had ever accompanied me to an amusement park, waited with me in line, or sat with me while we waited for a table at a restaurant.  Patience is not one of my virtues.  In fact, I get down right testy when forced to wait against my will.   So, when a craving for a creamy Thai coconut curry hit I  knew I needed something that I could have on a plate, and...

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