Valentines breakfast, Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict I’ve got good news and bad news. The good news is Valentines Day is this Saturday. The bad news is Valentines Day is on a...
Risotto
Too many people think of risotto as rice. To a point they are correct. Yes, it is a rice dish but it isn’t the rice alone. I like to...
Cipollini Onions
I came into work the other day and as usual became inspired to write. I saw a box with a product I haven’t worked with in years. (Not...
A Southern New Years Tradition, Hoppin' John
Hoppin’ John is a southern tradition and is said to bring good luck to those who eat it on New Years Day. The black-eyed peas are said...
Scallops
A proper sear on scallops is a beautiful thing. You take a shellfish that is already sweet and add another level of sweetness and...
Christmas from Colorado
We would like to take this moment to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. May your holiday be full of blessings and may they continue on...
Healthy Christmas Treats
Christmas is a time that we can open our hearts and expand our waistlines. I, for one, truly enjoy every treat that comes my way. My...
Christmas Lamb
A traditional Christmas feast can be difficult if you work in a restaurant. You will cook for 200, 300 or even a couple of thousand...
Feeling Cheesy, part 2
In the previous installment of “Feeling Cheesy,” I discussed modifications that can be made to Brie. My favorite modification is this. ...
Feeling Cheesy part 1
I was building a cheese tray this afternoon when I decided to do something special with some of the cheeses. I have, in the past,...
