Beet and Mandarin Orange Salad with Crispy Horseradish

Andrew Scrivani is an amazing food photographer. His photos regularly appear in publications like The New York Times. The food he shoots looks so good that you really wish it was in front of you to eat. I just finished his online class that I purchased through Craftsy at a great price. I … Read more

Mushroom Gravy

I love gravy! A plate of roast beef with mashed potatoes smothered in rich, flavorful gravy is soul-satisfying. Sopping it up with a piece of bread is even better. I might have even licked a gravy laden plate clean once or twice in my lifetime. But gravy doesn’t have to be relegated … Read more

Beet Tartare With Avocado Cream

Growing up I was never very fond of beets.  From what I recall, we didn’t really eat them much at home.  I remember seeing beets frequently as part of the expansive salad bars found in chain restaurants like the Sizzler.  Mostly devoid of flavor, these beets were invariably served straight out of can … Read more

Burrata with Fava Beans, Tomatoes, Chiles and Mint

Burrata with Fava Beans, Tomatoes, Chiles and Mint

During a recent visit to Jacoby’s Mercantile I ordered burrata cheese and since then I’ve been semi-obsessed. I wasn’t a burrata virgin, but forgot how good it is. The cheese is spherical and has two layers and textures. The velvety center is filled with rich cream and fresh cheese curds while the exterior shell is … Read more