Inspired by many a London menu featuring some version of posh fiore de latte softserve, drizzled in an artisanal olive oil, I decided to try the trend at home this weekend. While I love this savory sweet combo, I decided it could do with a little crunch, so I took a page from Halicopter Away’s…
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Ina’s Lemon Pasta with Zucchini & Basil
Thanks to a bumper crop of basil (finally!) this year, I froze the end of it in ice cube molds filled with olive oil. It was my first time trying this trick, and for Ina’s Lemon & Zucchini Pasta, my first time cooking with the little flavor bombs. First up, what an excellent life hack!…
Chocolate Mascarpone Mousse
She may not look like much, but it’s what inside that counts- isn’t that usually the case? This mousse was a labor of love to not waste a cup of extra mascarpone that was kicking around the fridge…the results were more spectacular than anything I could have hoped for! The word “bangin’” comes to mind…
No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
Need the easiest, most delicious, super-chocolately showstopper of a cheesecake? Look no further. Not super sweet, not too rich, and pairs very well with a dense covering of chopped pistachios for a bright crunch, this cheesecake has it ALL. No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake For the crust: For the cheesecake:
Bear Bars
There’s a new treat on the block and I see it being in weekly rotation- Bear Bars! Why Bear? Well, honey instead of sugar, that’s why. The Gentleman and I have been devouring (like bears) these as a filling, but sweet treat, a bit like a homemade Kind bar, but kind of better! Bear Bars
Ina’s Apple and Butternut Squash Soup
It is getting legit cold here in Switzerland, which calls for fall soup weather! With butternut squash self-service stalls all over the area, souping it only seemed like the right thing to do. The recipe was nice and had an interesting kick with apple juice, but I much prefer Ina’s Winter Squash soup which is…
Chewy Pistachio Cookies
Last night I gave this recipe a go in hopes that the cookies could be a contender for this year’s Christmas plate. They very well could be with their salty, chewy, just a hint of pistachio goodness. This lovely recipe comes from Also the Crumbs Please and made 19 large cookies. They spread quite a…
Ina’s Sour Cream Coffee Cake
In an effort to test recipes ahead of Christmas, I’m on a coffee cake recipe tear. Of course I had to start with the Queen herself, and modified her Sour Cream Coffee Cake recipe to a half size. It was moist and delicious, but was lacking a bit of brightness- next time I’ll add orange…
Ina’s Overnight Mac & Cheese
September arrived and with it so did immediately fall. Demanding a cozy meal after a long hike, I decided to give Ina’s Overnight Mac and Cheese a go. Apparent from these terrible photos, it was wonderful, as we couldn’t wait to tuck in or attempt to plate it neatly. The creamy, nutty sauce is topped…
Puglia Peach Side Dish
Renting a house in Puglia was one of the best vacations we’ve done. Having no oven and only a bbq was a fun challenge of planning side dishes and one of the standouts was this refreshing dish of grilled peaches, fresh tomatoes plated on a bed of creamy Stracciatella and drizzled with hot honey. Topped…
Balsamic Chicken Salad
Accidentally, trying to use up what was kicking around the fridge, I stumbled on the nicest marinade and salad combo that insisted on being saved for later use. She ain’t pretty, but she was delish! Balsamic Chicken Salad For the chicken: For the salad: For the Chicken Topper:
Mediterranean Pistachio Crunch Salad
Modified from the “Jennifer Aniston” salad, this has to be one of those meals I could eat nearly every single day. While it doesn’t need anything additional, it also works well with a protein hat. The protein hat, shredded rotochick, and pistachios for a nice crunch. Mediterranean Pistachio Crunch Salad For the dressing: For the…