Author Archives for Dina

Baked Apple

April 18, 2012 11:00 pm Published by Dina Comments Off

This is a twist on the usual presentation of a baked apple. I choose a large apple, then core it... View Article

April 18, 2012 11:00 pm Published by Dina Comments Off

Artichoke is truly a spring treat. Available for only a short time in early spring (let’s forget the dehydrated specimen... View Article

April 18, 2012 11:25 am Published by Dina Comments Off

A simple pasta dish that I make often and toss with just cherry tomatoes and garlic sauteéd in olive oil... View Article

April 18, 2012 11:24 am Published by Dina Comments Off

This is the last of the cherry tomatoes pasta “trilogy” of raw, sautéed and roasted. These are the simplest pastas... View Article

April 18, 2012 10:44 am Published by Dina Comments Off

The Cookbook Company A Mecca for foodies, the cookbook company has been around since the early 80’s I believe and... View Article

April 17, 2012 4:42 am Published by Dina 2 Comments

Ahhh, tomatoes. Red and juicy, sweet and plump, tomatoes are the sine qua non of my kitchen. Asked to choose... View Article

April 15, 2012 2:06 am Published by Dina Comments Off

For apple lovers only. A heart-warming country style dessert to end a fall or winter dinner. Serve it floating on... View Article

April 14, 2012 3:17 pm Published by Dina 3 Comments

Asparagus – spring One of the sure sign of spring is beautiful, crisp and green asparagus popping up at the... View Article

April 13, 2012 10:44 pm Published by Dina 4 Comments

Chestnuts – Winter Chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Isn’t it an alluring imagery? Roaring fire, Hermes wool blankets, a... View Article

April 13, 2012 8:49 pm Published by Dina Comments Off

A simple dish of white potato Gnocchi tossed with butter, sage and Parmesan. To add a touch of colour I... View Article

April 13, 2012 8:19 pm Published by Dina 2 Comments

Here is a recipe for basic potato gnocchi. Some gnocchi recipes call for russet (baking) potatoes, some for white skinned... View Article

April 13, 2012 8:02 pm Published by Dina 4 Comments

Every culture has its dumpling and they form an integral part of their peasant cuisine. They are inexpensive to make,... View Article