Had some harissa left from this tasty dish I made last week; ever since, have been contemplating ways to incorporate this flavorful, highly addictive condiment into other dishes. By late fall, am craving something warm and comforting. This chickpea and pumpkin stew checks all my boxes: Hearty? Check. Spicy (as little or as much harissa … Continue Reading
Aren’t these egg yolks a magnificent shade of orange? The yolks are so naturally vibrant. Trust me when I say these eggs taste as good as they look/photograph. Procured these beauties from P.A. Bowen Farm in Southern Maryland; the farm is owned by Sally Fallon and Geoffrey C.Morell. If the name Sally Fallon Morell rings … Continue Reading
“May your crust be crisp and your bread always rise.” — Baker’s Blessing, Peter Reinhart on bread. Recently watched this Peter Reinhart video on TED, which inspired me to bake some bread. I’ve been experimenting with bread for the past 5 years or so, but it’s been a while since I’ve gotten my hands … Continue Reading
Have made it my mission to experiment with less common ingredients. In our increasingly homogenized world, it pays to seek out the unusual. A tomato is not just a tomato. An apple is not just an apple. And, a radish is not just a radish. There are numerous varieties of apples, tomatoes and radishes, each … Continue Reading
I’ve been holding out, restraining myself from coming home with an assortment of winter squash, but I eventually succumbed to all those shades of orange. Without question, in a few months I will have had my fair share of pumpkin and other winter squash. Notwithstanding, as autumn unfolds, I am eager to dive into some … Continue Reading
