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Pizza Friday ~ Cart-Driver

Pizza Friday ~ Cart-Driver

Pizza Friday took us to Cart-Driver in Rhino (Denver – River North ). We were instantly greeted by Alec who warmly explained the layout.  We took the bar seat and had dinner and the show.  the wood-fired pizza made quickly and consistently perfect. well organized […]

Pizza Friday ~ Swing and a’ miss.

Pizza Friday ~ Swing and a’ miss.

 To hot for Pizza Friday as out side temperature rises to 95F? perhaps. at least I will blame the comedy of errors on the weather. Slice works pizza ordered for delivery. the kind phone receptions states it is an 1hour and 45minute wait ( not fast take […]

Book Review “America Farm to Table” by Mario Batali and Jim Webster

Book Review “America Farm to Table” by Mario Batali and Jim Webster

 

 America Farm to Table by Mario Batali and Jim Webster (cover napkin sketch)

Peach Clafoutis from America Farm to Table
Serves 12
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Prep Time
30 min
Total Time
1 hr 30 min
Prep Time
30 min
Total Time
1 hr 30 min
Ingredients
  1. Butter for the pan
  2. 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  3. 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  4. 3 large eggs
  5. 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  6. 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  7. 1/8 teaspoon salt
  8. 1/2 cup almond flour
  9. 3 ripe peaches - pitted and sliced
  10. Confectioners' sugar for dusting
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Lightly butter the 9 x 13 inch pan.
  3. In a blender combine the milk, eggs, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, vanilla, cardamom, salt and almond flour. pour a 1/4" layer and place into the oven. Bake 2 minutes or until a film of the batter is set. Remove from the oven and spread the peaches over the batter. Sprinkle the remaining granulated sugar over the peaches, followed by the rest of the batter. Bake until the Clafoutis puffs up. Test for doneness by poking a knife into the center - and the knife comes out clean (approximately 45 minutes to an hour). Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.
Notes
  1. any stone fruit would be great .. perhaps next time cherries.
Adapted from .Unce Orchard Las Vegas
Culinary Daughter https://www.culinarydaughter.com/
Farmers Almanac came to life in America Farm to Table. Culinary threads are blurred between kitchens and in the fields . Local farmers share their recipes that the farmers show their passion of their product. The saying “Farm to Table” has become an over used cliché.  however elevating cooking as stated in American Farm to Table begins with quality products. Supporting local farmers and eating seasonally is the essence of Mario Batali and Jim Webster’s book.

Farm Stops include Seattle, Washington D.C., Tampa, Austin, Nashville, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Rockland, Maine, Chicago, Cleveland, Suttons Bay, Michigan and Vail Colorado.

America Farm to Table is an enjoyable, recommended read. Support local and hand made products from your farmers market.

 

 

 

 

ISBN 978-1-4555-8974-6

Pizza Friday ~ Bonnano Brothers Pizzeria at Milk Market Food Hall

Pizza Friday ~ Bonnano Brothers Pizzeria at Milk Market Food Hall

12 of America’s Best Food Halls is the title of July’s 2018 Delta’s Sky Magazine. It’s review of food halls exemplifies  the essence of great food experience. The title states …”loose your self in the diversity of food vendors and flavors” in America’s 12 best food halls.  The best 12 […]

Food Halls ~ Cornicello at the Milk Market

Food Halls ~ Cornicello at the Milk Market

12 of America’s Best Food Halls is the title of July’s 2018 Delta’s Sky Magazine. It’s review of food halls exemplifies  the essence of great food experience. For me – a “Best” rating is hard to decipher. Unique environment, consistency, customer service all hard to rate as travelers, neighbors and […]

Book Review “Whatever Happened to Sunday Dinner?” by Lisa Caponigri

Book Review “Whatever Happened to Sunday Dinner?” by Lisa Caponigri

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Culinary Daughter https://www.culinarydaughter.com/

“Whatever Happened to Sunday Dinner” cook book caught my eye today.

A delightful collection of Sunday recipes by Lisa Caponigri presented in the Italian tradition.

Primo, Secondo (main dish) served with single Contorno (side) and desserts. Lisa’s inspiration the family that eats together stays together comes through the pages of the recipes. some of my favorite recipes are asparagi arrostiti broiled asparagus), fuglie di salvia fritte (deep fried sage and anchovie) and arista al forno (roast pork with fennel seed and garlic).

the question is still asked – “what happened to Sunday dinner ?” my answer is that it has been captured in the pages of Lisa’s book and is well worth the read.

5 out of 5.

 

 

 

 

ISBN 978-1-4027-8482-8

Shake Shack @ Rino

Shake Shack @ Rino

Travel writers were in Denver the other week. a group of writers & bloggers together all at one time. Most of them have written of wondrous stories and places afar. A wondrous transformation is taking place in River North Denver (The Rino District).  It is […]

Fruit and whole grain bars

Fruit and whole grain bars

Simple truth from Kroger sent Free samples to try. The Organic Roasted Organic sea salted almonds are delightful. Crisp smoky and toasted. travel size perfect of one serving. The other simple truth free sample is the Organic Strawberry Fruit and Grain Bars. The Organic whole […]

Tool Box Opener ~ Safety

Tool Box Opener ~ Safety

Safety First.

Culinary tool box has intrinsic safety issues that need will be identified. 

As the tool box opener I have vending machine – distributing construction PPE safety gear. Gloves, Safety glasses, ear plugs. I like the safety thread connecting the two different trades, construction and culinary (vending machine).

 

Table scapes

Table scapes

Table at home is always a dining focal point. Here – Spring is served. Casual or elegant the table enhances the holiday gathering