Figs have been turning up at the farmer’s market for the past couple weeks. First they whisper to me sweetly.. “Buy me!” The raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries try to compete, but the figs catch wind, and they start screaming at me… “BUY ME!! BUY ME NATALIE!!!! You can’t live without meeeeee!” ..and they’re right. In…
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Symphony of Destruction – Turkey Burger with Blueberry Onion Compote, Goat Cheese & Arugula
Have you ever had one of those moments, while enjoying a meal set before you, where you’re whisked off into another dimension? There’s a symphony of flavors and textures playing sweetly, bite after bite. You completely lose yourself in this spectacular combination, and before you know it, it’s OVER!
Wisconsin Cheese Trip – A Recipe and an Interview with the Statics
A cheese spread worthy of your next holiday party, and an interview with Wayne Static and Tera Wray Static!
Chicken Sausage Stuffed Portabellas
Many a time when I’m trying to prepare meals for the week, I often ask the hubby what he’d like, and more often than not, I get vague answers. This week was no exception. “Sausage” he says. I guess it’s not really that vague, but as far as meals go, I can’t have JUST sausage….
Fig Andouille Compote
Yesterday was hot as hell here in the Inland Empire, but that didn’t stop my husband and I from getting some much needed yardwork done. With this heat, you’ve got to have your sprinkler system working optimally, or your grass (if you have it) will be a thing of the past. We were out there…