I had a wow moment at the dinner table after my first bite of this lovely root vegetable gratin. Normally, I serve really simple side dishes (think steamed vegetables, baked potatoes, plain buttered rice). But, last night, I was making a plain roast chicken and wanted something a bit more elaborate to go alongside it […]
Italian Tomato and Pasta Soup
We’re down to the last few weeks of summer, and it’s going by way too quickly! Plus, the sunny weather not having really made an honest appearance this year has had me craving cold weather food. Not a weekend day goes by without me wondering what to whip up for lunch in between loads of […]
Bistro Duck Legs with Cherry Sauce
Best meal ever. Heard that before? I’ve said it many times, and truth be told, every time I say it, it feels like it’s the first time I’ve ever said it. But, I know I’m not the only one who’s fallen prey to this conundrum. If you’ve ever watched Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive Ins and […]