Ya’ll, it’s *almost* officially grilling season, and the sous chef, for one, is THRILLED. Is it because there are fewer dishes to be washed? Probably. But more than that, he’s basically obsessed with grilling/smoking/anything where he can play with woodchips/charcoal/fire [*boys will be boys*]. And hey, I am totally on board, because I can sit…
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Smoked Gouda and Bacon Cauliflower Au Gratin
Fraaanndsssss, hello! Happy hibernation! No? That’s just me who wants to sit in the corner, eating heaping spoonfuls of this drool-worthy cauliflower gratin this winter? Well, if you haven’t already gotten on board with this extreme sport [that I’m clearly a huge proponent of], you’re welcome to take part in this glory with me any day…
Curried Butternut Squash Soup with Bacon and Sage
So rewind probably seven or eight years ago, and I had Indian food for the first time [I know, so uncultured]. I can’t even remember what it was about the dinner, but I swore off curry for years [thinking back, I’m legit convinced it didn’t even have curry in it — not to mention, still regretting…
Shrimp Cocktail with White Wine and Garlic
Hiiiii….. So glad you’re here. Because, um, enter the most delicious little nuggets of savory goodness (i.e. shrimp cocktail… my fave) you’ll ever meet. I mean, seriously. The sous chef will totally vouch for me here. These are hands down, delicious. And I gotta be honest: we love this recipe in particular because of how…
Grilled Hearts of Romaine with Smoky Caesar Dressing
So cooking and baking are really based on trial and error, right? Luckily, for me (and really the sous chef), these grilled hearts of romaine with smoky caesar dressing were spot on delicious – which is exactly why I’m sharing the recipe with you. I wish I could always say my recipes turn out great – but…