Monthly Archives: May 2011

Like They Do In Alsace

25 May 2011

Okay, maybe just somewhat like they do in Alsace. There isn’t going to be any pork, which the region is known for, saurkraut, which they are also known for but is not welcome in my kitchen, or wine, which I could probably have done with. What I’ve got here is a grilled twist on Alsatian [...]

Brownies on the Barbecue

23 May 2011

Last year on the May long weekend, I had never used a barbecue before. I made Bacon, Peach and Chicken Skewers, a recipe that has made recurring appearances at our dinner table. This year, though, the baker in me got to stand alongside all of the men at the barbecue. Everyone can grill meat on [...]

Pantry Staples

17 May 2011

What staples do you have in your pantry no matter what? What key things are in your fridge that you could not do without? What is that ingredient in your kitchen that makes appearances so often it’s ubiquitous? I have a new favorite pantry staple, it’s bringing an additional depth of flavor to a surprising [...]