Boeuf/Beef Bourguignon is essentially an upstairs version of a simple beef stew, named for Burgundy after the type of wine which was used in the dish. Frugal cooks have always looked for ways to tenderize cheaper cuts of meat; using alcohol and low heat is a great … [Read more...] about The Comfort of Great Boeuf Bourguignon
Dining Upstairs or Down
Make your Own Cracker Jack Snack
Cracker Jack has a long history. In the 1870s the German immigrants Frederick and Louis Rueckheim sold popcorn on the streets of Chicago. They began to experiment by combining popcorn with several other products. When the Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago in 1893, they … [Read more...] about Make your Own Cracker Jack Snack
Never Fail Angel Food Cake
Angel Food Cake has long been a favourite light and heart-healthy dessert. It is a great low-fat dessert on its own but also very versatile. You would think that since it is a base ingredient for English trifle. Originating in America in the 1880s, Fannie Farmer's The Boston … [Read more...] about Never Fail Angel Food Cake
Julia Child’s Recipe for Easy Blueberry Clafoutis
Transport yourself to the charming French countryside with a heavenly slice of Clafoutis. This traditional dessert showcases a delicate custard-like batter infused with vanilla and generously studded with plump, juicy fruits like cherries or berries. As it bakes, the clafoutis … [Read more...] about Julia Child’s Recipe for Easy Blueberry Clafoutis
The Juiciest Baked PorkChops Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes
I love making this pork chop recipe year-round as a weeknight dish. There is not a lot of fuss or preparation involved: just rub with oil, apply a spice rub, and bake. Quick and easy. The Juiciest Baked Pork Chops This super easy dish will get your main course on the … [Read more...] about The Juiciest Baked PorkChops Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes
