For the stock:1 whole chicken 2 carrots, cut into thirds 3 celery stalks, cut into thirds 1 small onion, quartered 1 teaspoon of black peppe...

serves four1 pound of clams 1 pound of mussels 1 pound of swordfish 1/2 pound of bay scallops juice from 3 limes 1 clove of garlic, minced ...

Persimmons and I have a funny relationship. My mom and grandpa love them and for years, I didn't really know what the fuss was about -- especially...

serves six1 loaf of Italian white bread (or fresh, soft baguette) 3 cloves of garlic, minced 4 tablespoons of butter 2 tablespoons of finely ...

Serves four1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric 1/2 lemon, juiced salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tables...

First thing's first: thank you, from the bottom of my heart for your sweet words on this post. All of your comments meant so much to us! Now, onto...

There is glitter on the bottom of my shoes. Perhaps that is the sign of a good New Year's Eve. Ahoy mates! Are you ready for 2011? 2010 was a good...

Originally posted Feb 28, 2012The last time I felt distinctly overwhelmed for a long period of time was while I was planning my wedding. Often...

1 pound of shell-on shrimp 1 clove of garlic, minced 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil 5 dried ancho chiles* salt and pepper, to taste1....

For Matt’s 30th birthday, I baked him a German Chocolate Cake — his favorite, and my very first layered cake. I only had one cake pan at the t...

Serves four1/2 cup of all-purpose flour 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour 1/2 cup of rye flour 1 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder 1/2 teaspoon of ...

Serves four5 russet potatoes, scrubbed and peeled 1/2 cup of buttermilk plus more, to taste 3 tablespoons of melted butter salt and freshly...