Peanut Gnocchi

Peanut Gnocchi

Today I finally got the peanut pasta where I wanted it. If you’ve been reading the blog for a few months, you know that I picked up a bag of Peanut Flour from Byrd Mill, and have been trying a number of recipes with it including Peanut Financiers. Last week I...
The Core Issue

The Core Issue

Pickled cauliflower cores are delicious. If you’re looking to reduce waste in your kitchen while simultaneously making something delicious, give these a try.  Take your cauliflower cores and slice them very thinly on a mandolin slicer. Toss them in a 3:1 sugar...
Concord Jelly Vinegar

Concord Jelly Vinegar

A few days ago I wrote about Fall produce, and my love of concord grapes. Yesterday I got my first batch of jelly going, and finished it up today. As I said in my last post, I really love the Concord Jelly recipe in The Mile End Deli Cookbook. I won’t share the...
Autumn is Upon Us

Autumn is Upon Us

I love the arrival of Fall. I look forward to heading to the farmer’s markets and seeing what they have. This week I picked up Husk Cherries, Paw Paws and Concord Grapes. If you’re unfamiliar with these items, I’m providing some informative links....
Sweet Potato Flan

Sweet Potato Flan

   Because Autumn is on the way. Now I have to put the finishing touches on the accompaniments.  If you like what you see, please consider hiring me for an in-home dinner or cooking lesson. I run a personal chef business based out of Frederick, MD. Get...