by perfectlittlebites | Dec 14, 2013 | Assorted, health
Carrot Beurre Blanc Here’s a recipe for a carrot beurre blanc. We made this sauce this week to go on top of pan seared hake that was being served for an event. Technically, I shouldn’t use the term “blanc” because it’s not. Obviously, the...
by perfectlittlebites | Nov 22, 2013 | health
As we continue our quest to utilize cooking by-products in better ways, we once again look to our stock pots. This past Tuesday we were making collard greens. I use a very loose recipe depending on what they’re being served with and what’s on hand. After the greens...
by perfectlittlebites | Nov 18, 2013 | Assorted, health
Last week I went to Washington DC to see chef René Redzepi speak about his restaurant Noma in Copenhagen. Much of the discussion focused the creative process, letting go of total control and bringing some fun back into the kitchen. It was nice to see such a candid...
by perfectlittlebites | Nov 13, 2013 | Assorted, health
Today I’m making one of my favorite things. Boston Baked Beans. I use the recipe that has been in my family for 5 generations. This is my family history. This recipe doesn’t get tweaked or changed. You don’t swap out the bean pot for the pressure...
by perfectlittlebites | Nov 9, 2013 | Assorted, health
We’re currently serving turnips in a few different dishes. Yesterday, after boiling a batch, I drank some of the leftover cooking water. It had that earthy, somewhat horseradish-like, yet slightly sweet taste. It was a bit weak, but that could be fixed with some...
by perfectlittlebites | Nov 6, 2013 | Assorted, health
The growing season is winding down and I’m left with 15 pounds of green tomatoes. Now what? Sure, there’s salsa and pickles, but I’m looking beyond that.
