Wintertime Cauliflower Giardiniera (fermented)

A work in progress…four days in the making. Two jars, but had a set back with one, because the white plastic lid did not seal enough to create a bubbly, fermented party. So, yesterday I transferred my mostly cauliflower to … Continue reading

Shrimp Remoulade, Well Plated

Hottest day of the year, September 7,2019. Made shrimp Remoulade for Mimi and Bebe Saturday night. Mimi went to ER this past week cause she couldn’t breathe. She actually called the ambulance. Turns out, “just” COPD, and they sent her … Continue reading

Shrimp Mold

From the catering days….  an oldie but goodie.  Relatively easy to make, can be dressed up festively, and always good.  This was one of my favorite appetizers.  It was usually served during the winter months at Christmas parties and winter … Continue reading

Salsa Verde… Parsley, tarragon, capers and fresh garlic​ over soft feta cheese.

This is so good, and a great way to use up some of those herbs you’re planting this spring.  Make sure to plant a few tarragon plants. This is a super easy condiment that goes well with a variety of … Continue reading

Restaurant-style Homemade Salsa

Because homemade is always better.  And it’s even better when you’re 12-year old brings home the recipe, and now it’s part of her own recipe repertoire. This is super, super simple.  If you are a fan of (most) restaurant salsa’s, … Continue reading

Party Foods: Mini Muffuletta Sandwiches

An quick and easy appetizer, that is easy to put together.   If you have access to olive mix,  it makes this quite easy, as it’s just a matter of layering the meats and cheeses, topping with the olive mix, … Continue reading