Butternut Squash Soup We love love love love love this perfectly fall soup (even the toddler!) 1 butternut squash (roasted at 425 for about 45 minutes)3 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil1 shallots1/2 yellow onion1 1/2 teaspoon sea salt6 garlic cloves (minced)1 teaspoon maple syrup1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegfreshly ground black pepper4 Cup vegetable broth2 Tbs butter Coat … Continue reading Butternut Squash Soup
Langlois Stuffed French toast
This is another recipe J and I learned to make while at the amazing Langlois Culinary Crossroads. It is perfect for a new year's day breakfast or brunch. While it looks complicated, it's actually pretty easy. The hardest part os stuffing the brioche! Langlois Stuffed French toast Bread and filling ingredients:loaf Brioche (stale is better!)8 ounces … Continue reading Langlois Stuffed French toast
Portuguese filet of Swai
J and I have been trying to eat more fish. Since one of my most favorites, seared tuna, is out at least until Baby Girl Tyler arrives in November, we've had to get creative. Last night, J found this super easy and really delicious Portuguese recipe from Food.com. We didn't have any sole filets … Continue reading Portuguese filet of Swai
Langlois Andouille Cornbread Stuffed Green Pepper
On a recent visit to New Orleans, J and I got to take a cooking class at the amazing Langlois Culinary Crossroads. The very appropriate slogan is "decadent with no apologies" and that proved more than true during our class. We made several wonderful dishes, including an Andouille Cornbread Stuffed Artichoke. Unfortunately, the artichokes at … Continue reading Langlois Andouille Cornbread Stuffed Green Pepper
Tyler Florence’s Roasted Sweet Potato Banana Puree
As promised, now that Thanksgiving is over and we have had a chance to do a post-mortem on what worked and what didn't, I'll be sharing the recipes that made the cut. First, is this delicious take on sweet potato casserole.