We had a small gathering to celebrate my nephew’s graduation from 8th grade: quite an accomplishment as everyone who’s survived middle school knows. Summer Celebration Menu: Grilled Marinated Chicken with Fresh Basil Pesto, Sicilian Strata, Summer Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit, Peach Ice Cream with Burnt Honey Caramel Sauce. Wes loves bacon. Wanting that flavor, but not the … Continue reading
Close your eyes and the island could be in Greece! The best thing about this salad is that so much of it can come from your garden (or the local farmers’ market “garden”.) Splurge on good quality olive oil, well aged white balsamic vinegar, and smooth, full bodied feta cheese. It’s a wonderful canvas for … Continue reading
We have a couple of really good fish markets in Portland, Maine. My favorites are Harbor Fish and Brown Trading. The folks at both establishments are friendly and knowledgable, but at Brown Trading one can get samples of smoked fish which is sometimes served on crostini they make from Standard Bakery’s baguettes. Gluten free folks … Continue reading
A college friend moved from France to Mill Valley a couple of years ago so I get to see more of her. Last week she served us this salad with cold chardonnay: a perfect lunch inspired by her California and Continental sensibilities. It calls for the fresh herbs that must have grown wonderfully in her … Continue reading
My first lobster roll of the season is at Jennifer’s home in late May or early June. A couple of years ago she started serving the salad on thick slices of ripe tomato when she noticed we were leaving buns on our plates to save room for extra chips, wine, and/or dessert. Last week, bolstered … Continue reading
Nick reported that he’s tending to a friend who isn’t feeling well. I suggested one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar plus one tablespoon of honey in hot water. Tori Ritchie, who writes an excellent food blog: Tuesday Recipe, has an equally good idea. In mid-May she offered her recipe for “Mexican Penicillin”, chicken soup … Continue reading
Yesterday we had the pleasure of trying Sweet Christine’s sandwich bread. The GF Bread “ball” has been hit outta the park! It is rare to find a gluten free loaf that is satisfactory unless it’s warm from the oven or it’s been sliced and toasted. Sweet, sweet Christine has accomplished something special. The bread from her … Continue reading
Apologies for not providing the recipe for Gus’s Crab Cakes before Oxbow won the Preakness; they would have been perfect for your racing day menu. Never mind. Make them for late spring and summer dinners going forward. We recently served them with a dollop of homemade tarter sauce on a bed of fresh pea shoots … Continue reading
This is trusting you made Mint Pesto last week and either have some left over or the determination to make more. The mint in our garden is still low, but delicate and sweet: perfect for the second batch of pesto in as many days. Think about (doubling) the amount of lemon juice: try a bit … Continue reading
I conceived of this for (yesterday’s) “Three Pea Soup”. Last night dollops were added to GF Pasta Primavera. It’s also delicious on pizza grilled with fresh cherry tomatoes and mozzarella! Hold the boat! Mix it with, or use in lieu of, mayonaise on a turkey sandwich with spring lettuces, thinly sliced apple, and feta cheese. … Continue reading
Gluten Free Gus 