Recipe: Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprints

I like Martha Stewart.  I was thumbing through her Entertaining cookbook from 1982 and its really amazing how ahead of her time she was.  Each chapter offers tips, recipes and guidance for a different type of party, from Cocktails for 25 different tastes to a holiday party for 50 to how to make a gingerbread [...]

Fall Farmer’s Market

Squash, corn, purple cauliflower, brussel sprouts, beans, beets, peppers, potatoes–I’m in vegetable nirvana at the local fall farmer’s market.  After spending the summer baking sweet galettes and crisps with succulant marion berries, rhubarb, peaches, strawberries and blueberries, I’m ready for the earthy, savory vegetables of autumn.  They just scream to be paired with pork or [...]

Cooking and Eating at SALT Bistro

So today’s blog topic was supposed to be about the food from my wedding rehearsal dinner and Moroccan chicken, but that got trumped after my dinner at the new SALT Bistro in foodie town Boulder, CO.  The menu is fabulous and they support local farmers and growers not only by using their produce, but also [...]

Recipe: Moroccan Chicken

On a recent trip to Southwestern France, my friend Nancy & I tasted a wonderful chicken with brined lemons.  In typical Nancy style, she was determined to recreate it.  Seeing a gorgeous jar of lemons brining in her kitchen inspired me to come up with my own version of this really hearty and satisfying dish.  [...]

Brining Lemons

Brined lemons are a staple in Moroccan cuisine.  They’re easy to make, keep for about 6 months (depending on your region) and are full of flavor.  The only drawback – don’t think on Wednesday you’re going to have perfectly brined lemons on Saturday night.  These pickled fruits are a tasty complement for any poultry and [...]

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