Long before salmon and sea bass took over the menu, one fish sat at the top of British dining. Dover sole was the mark of a serious kitchen. Here is its story, and a simple way to cook it at home. Great food has a history, and few dishes carry as much of it as Dover sole. For … [Read more...] about Dover Sole: The Fish That Ruled the Edwardian Table
Upstairs with the Crawleys
Chive Blossom Compound Butter: Make It Once, Use It All Summer
There is a short list of things worth keeping in your freezer at all times. A log of compound butter is on it. Ten minutes of work in May and you have something useful through August. That is a trade-off worth making, especially when the ingredient that makes this version … [Read more...] about Chive Blossom Compound Butter: Make It Once, Use It All Summer
Edwardian Tuna Cakes: The Upstairs Version of a Pantry Staple
Tuna out of a tin has a reputation problem. It calls to mind sad desk lunches, not candlelit dining rooms. But here's the thing. The Edwardians were resourceful cooks. They knew how to take a modest ingredient and make it presentable. A little lemon zest, a handful of capers, … [Read more...] about Edwardian Tuna Cakes: The Upstairs Version of a Pantry Staple
Julia Child’s Classic French Onion Soup Recipe
Quick Overview: Julia Child's authentic French onion soup recipe from Mastering the Art of French Cooking takes 40+ minutes to make, including caramelized onions, proper stock and wine techniques, and a gratinéed cheese topping. This is the definitive version that set the … [Read more...] about Julia Child’s Classic French Onion Soup Recipe
Grilled Salmon with Garden Herbs
Looking for a recipe that will impress your guests without complicating your life? Grilled salmon with garden herbs combines elegance and simplicity. This refined dish, worthy of the finest tables, can be prepared in less than 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have … [Read more...] about Grilled Salmon with Garden Herbs
