Recipe

The Foodist: Eggnog Waffles with Blueberry and Thyme Reduction

This is a delightful eggnog waffle, Yum! With a surprising and savory fruity reduction that pairs beautifully!

Food Network Photo. Mine were too good and I forgot to photo!

The Foodist: Pork Raclette with Brie and Applesauce

Dinner tonight at Mezzacello is a recipe taught to me during my visit to Normandy, France in 1992. So simple and delightful. I serve it with fresh haricots vert and roasted potatoes. Ingredients: 4 pork chops (bone in or butterflied)…

The Foodist: Pork Raclette with Brie and Applesauce
Pork raclette with applesauce and Brie.

The Foodist: Rabbit Pot-Au-Feu

Pot-au-Feu is usually made with two cuts of beef and lots of fresh herbs and vegetables. We have lots of the latter but no beef; we raise rabbits. So rabbit it is! I love this in the fall and winter,…

Rabbit Pot Au Feu a winter delight.

The Foodist: Hearty Beef Barley Soup

This hearty beef barley soup is one of my favorites on cold winter days! I am confident you will love its rich aroma!

The Foodist: Big Mom’s Pan-Seared Potatoes, Onions, and Kale

The Foodist: Big Mom’s Pan-Seared Potatoes, Onions, and Kale This is a terrific recipe Potatoes Lyonnaise with a twist for a winter night. Simple, warm, filling, crunchy and tasty. Rick made this Cook’s Country-inspired dish in his beloved mother’s fabulously…

Rick's mother's 13" cast iron skillet with potatoes, onions, parsley, and kale from Mezzacello.

The Foodist: Autumn Savory Harvest Bread Pudding

The Foodist: Savory Bread Pudding or Harvest Bread Pudding This is the perfect fall meal, Autumn Savory Harvest Bread Pudding. Rick makes it every fall and it is a winner. He usually makes it with as many fresh ingredients straight…

Foodist: Toasted Pearl Couscous, Butternut Squash and Cranberries

Toasted Pearl Couscous with Butternut Squash and  Cranberries This is another great fall recipe! This toasted Pearl Couscous with Butternut Squash and  Cranberries has so many ingredients right from the garden! Toasting pearl couscous before cooking it with liquid brings out the…

The Foodist: Toasted Pearl Couscous, Butternut Squash and Cranberries

A delightful, warm and filling fall recipe that will fuel your belly and your love for life!

The Foodist: Puff Pastry Steak Pie

This puff pastry steak pie is a rich, meaty, and delicious meal. It is filled with slow cooked beef and potatoes!

The Foodist: Cranberry and Orange Semifreddo

One of the most delightful desserts ever! This semifreddo is rich and creamy and super easy to make! Fresh ingredients are a must!