The challah of my dreams has many specific qualities. Sweet, eggy, a golden crust, and light insides that are peel-apart flaky. As it turns out, these qualities are not easy to attain. But on my sixth attempt in almost exactly a year, the perfect challah has been recreated! The second challah I ever made is pictured above with Stella. It wasn’t sweet enough or eggy enough, but Stella didn’t mind. I came home one night to find her exactly like … Continue reading
Spicy beef, I need more of you in my life. Chipotle peppers really pack a punch, but their fire is tempered by the cheesy polenta. It’s a nice pairing. And this meal could hardly be easier to prepare. Throw a bunch of ingredients in a pot, and let them simmer for hours until the beef starts to fall apart and the flavors meld beautifully. Not a fan of polenta? Spoon this beef between two pieces of bread for a medium-brow … Continue reading
This is not your traditional lasagna, and I like it even better. It is layered with butternut squash, garlicky spinach, and nutmeg-scented ricotta. Add some browned mozzarella cheese on top, and I’m in heaven. I love this lasagna so much because it is interesting to eat. Every bite can be a little different depending on what you get on your fork. The nutmeg fragrances the entire dish and unites the different flavors, but it is not overwhelming at all. It … Continue reading