Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
The grey days of February have me pining for green things. I want to see the leaves reappear on the trees and bulbs start to push their verdant stems through the soil. I know I will have to wait for the garden to cooperate with–Read more
Waking up to a house that smells of apple pie spices is one way to welcome a day happily. When the spices are laced throughout an easy baked oatmeal brimming with tender apple pieces and tart dried cranberries, breakfast makes the day even better. My–Read more
We recently had the good fortune to explore Paris as well as small towns in Normandy for a few days. During our travels we saw chalkboards at many cafés and brasseries advertising each day’s specials. Because of the chilly weather, we frequently spotted eateries offering–Read more
Six ingredients, seasonal produce, simple to assemble, but complex in flavor. That’s the profile of this fun Spanish Apple Salad. Crisp, tart apples team up with nutty cheese and crunchy almonds for a new twist at the dinner table. Lightly dressed with a simple vinaigrette,–Read more
Each year when corn is in season, I know it’s time to make maque choux (pronounced mock shoo), a comforting Cajun dish that is as colorful as it is tasty. This braised stew has long been served at South Louisiana tables, and every family makes–Read more
In New Orleans most restaurants feature Red Beans and Rice on Mondays. Likewise, many South Louisiana homes have the scent of cooking red beans wafting through the kitchen at the beginning of the week. This practice dates back to when Monday was the day that–Read more