French Pot Roast

A pot roast is a flavor profile so primitive that the old ways of preparing it need respect. No shortcuts here, just time.

All Purpose Quiche

The phrase “real men don’t eat quiche” was popularized from the title of a 1980s book and came to symbolize the confusion that men in the 1980s experienced as a result of changing gender roles. Fortunately for us, the 1980s are long gone… I love quiche. There is something very elegant about a simple and…

Eggplant Parmesan

I recommed that you grow eggplant in your garden if for no other reason than they are some of the prettiest plants you can grow. The leaves are pale green with tinges of purple on the edges of the leaves and the purple flowers that preceed the eggplant are stunning, with a bright yellow cone…

Ramen Anytime

Japanese culture is responsible for many great gifts in food culture, not the least of which is ramen. Most Americans, especially those who lived in a college dormitory, grew up with instant ramen as a staple food. In recent years, there has been a Ramen Awakening in western culture as traditional ramen ways were propograted…

Gluten-Free Raspberry Clafoutis 

Clafoutis is a traditional dessert in French cuisine. A custard baked as a pie, it is truly a special treat. What I have for you today is an adaptation of a traditional clafoutis using pancake mix and served as a breakfast. This is gluten-free but you can use any pancake batter for this recipe.  Let’s…

Gluten-Free Pizza

When people say “gluten-free pizaa” you no longer have to cringe. This product from Bazil delivers a great pizza, bread sticks, or anything else you create with zero gluten.