The high today is supposed to reach 90. It makes it hard to believe that just two weeks ago I was waiting for the overnight lows to stay above freezing before I put my seedlings in the ground. I am hot and sticky, and I am dreaming of the technology that is called central air. … [Read more...] about Vanilla Bean Gelato for Hot Summer Days
Vanilla Bean Gelato
inspired by Mario Batali 4 cups whole milk 4 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 10 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 vanilla bean In a medium-sized bowl, crack 10 eggs and beat lightly. In a large stockpot, combine sugar, milk and cream. Heat over medium heat … [Read more...] about Vanilla Bean Gelato
A Little of This, A Little of That and a Winner
The winner of the Flirty Apron Giveaway is Hannah, who said, "I don’t own an apron, but I would love to!" Congratulations, Hannah! Second, I owe you a recipe this afternoon, but while I'm working on that, there are a few other things you should check out around the web. … [Read more...] about A Little of This, A Little of That and a Winner
Weekly Dinner Menu: 5/17/10
One of the things we strive for when planning our menus is making everything fit together into one nice, neat little package. We look to use ingredients in different ways throughout the week so that we're benefiting from the ability of do-aheads and being able to buy in bulk. … [Read more...] about Weekly Dinner Menu: 5/17/10
A Flirty Apron for You!
Yesterday I planted my garden. Finally. I planted tomatoes, herbs, squash and cucumbers. I got dirt on my clothes and my hands. There was SUN. Today, I'm giving away an apron in preparation for all the splatters and spills that will come as my garden grows. Flirty … [Read more...] about A Flirty Apron for You!