One of my wonderful friends, Liz, gave me the sweetest gift. She handmade a whimsical recipe book, and she included recipes from some of the people I love. One of the recipes was for this gazpacho, courtesy of my friend, Susana. Gazpacho is served cold, and it makes a nice treat during the summer. If you need a cute appetizer for a party, consider serving this gazpacho in shot glasses with a grilled shrimp balanced on each glass’ rim. This … Continue reading
Note: I’d say it’s a coincidence that this post appears on Julia Child’s 100th birthday, but I don’t believe in coincidences. When I need a specific recipe, I frequently forget to check the growing collection of cookbooks I have and instead turn immediately to the Internet. But when I needed a quick recipe for chocolate icing, the Internet had far too many options. To the bookshelf I went, and of course, Julia Child delivered. This chocolate icing was exactly what … Continue reading
I got an ice cream maker, and wonderful things are happening. I have had my eye on this pumpkin, cream cheese and pie crust swirl ice cream for years. Years. The wait was worth it. I know that the flavors are better suited for fall than sweltering summer, but I wouldn’t dare delay you from experiencing this pleasure! I still can’t believe that this ice cream came from my kitchen. To make this ice cream, start by combining 12 ounces … Continue reading