Wednesday, March 31, 2010

The Classics in 3 Parts: Part 1 Mac and Cheese



Deborah and I have been tackling some classics lately. Macaroni and Cheese was first. We used a simple recipe to make what we all agreed was the best Mac and Cheese we've ever had. Did you know how key mustard powder is? The grated onion and extra sharp cheddar, and of course the breadcrumbs drenched in melted butter, don't hurt at all. We doubled the recipe and ended up having enough left over for a perfect lunch the next day (a snow day!). Our mac was accompanied by braised endives! Ever heard of that? It's a revelation. Do it - you won't regret it, I promise. And of course a huge arugula salad topped with Deborah's shallot mustard vinaigrette. We also served ourselves Coronas with lemon in champagne glasses. Needless to say, we were in heaven.


recipe from Deborah: brown in butter on both sides, add chicken stock and simmer until tender (about 15-20 minutes), squeeze of lemon, pinch of salt, melt in your mouth, wonder why you have never done this before


perfect compelement to mac n cheese


classing up the corona

Thursday, March 25, 2010

A little inspiration







Sometimes all you need is a little inspiration which is exactly what these photos are for me! Who knew it would come in the form of mushrooms? Though I do LOVE mushrooms. I also love the stenciled signage. Sent to me yesterday morning by my Aunt Shelley, she captured these glorious fungi at the Ferry Building in San Francisco, a market whose motto is "local, seasonal, sustainable." It is a place I am dying to visit.

I've been sadly absent from this blog, but I'm making a come back! I have been cooking up a storm, and of course also eating out in Greenpoint, and I look forward to reporting on it all.

Special thanks to Aunt Shelley!