Monthly Archives: November 2011

Salmon Salad

Posted on November 30, 2011 by cookinginsens

I just want you all to know that I took the salmon out of the freezer at 8:00 a.m. this morning before I went shopping and when I returned was completely intimidated by Roger’s pretty little tart http://stowell.wordpress.com/2011/11/30/ill-follow-the-sun-with-a-smoked-salmon-tart-in-tow/. Oh well, … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizer, Cooking, fish, Food and Wine, French, Recipes, Salad | Tagged appetizer, cooking, food, quail eggs, recipes, salad, salmon | 15 Comments

Duck Confit Cassoulet

Posted on November 30, 2011 by cookinginsens

In preparation for my husband and son’s Christmas visit, who can’t possibly be eating as well as they do at home, I did some heavy shopping today. Freezer items are still out of bounds but I did buy some salted … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Food and Wine, Main dishes | Tagged cassoulet, cooking, duck, food, French, recipes | 8 Comments

Shrimp Au Gratin

Posted on November 29, 2011 by cookinginsens

My inspiration for this recipe came from Emeril Lagasse and like all “Loosiana” people, he seems to be courting an early heart attack. This is not an entree but an entire buffet and decadence at it’s best! Still….halve the … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Appetizer, Cooking, fish, Food and Wine, Recipes | Tagged cheese, cooking, food, gratin, recipes, Seafood, Shrimp | 21 Comments

Pork Roast with Balsamic Potatoes

Posted on November 28, 2011 by cookinginsens

This is supposed to be a Jamie recipe http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/jamie-at-home/balsamic-baked-onions-and-potatoes-with-roast-pork-recipe/index.html, but I so couldn’t be bothered that I decreased amounts, ignored cooking methods and added a turnip. The good thing about Jamie is that he knows his ingredients and flavors, so as … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, English, Food and Wine, Main dishes, Recipes | Tagged balsamic, cooking, fennel, food, pork roast, recipes, rosemary | 15 Comments

Soba Noodles with Veal and Scallops

Posted on November 27, 2011 by cookinginsens

I really couldn’t decide what I wanted to do today but I knew it would have to involve veal and scallops, as they were in the freezer. Aside: It’s so boring just cooking out of the freezer, but one … Continue reading →

Posted in Asian, Cooking, Food and Wine, Japanese, Main dishes, Soup | Tagged cooking, food, noodles, recipes, scallops, soba, soup, veal | 16 Comments

Glazed Chicken with Bacon

Posted on November 27, 2011 by cookinginsens

I first made this plate with quail http://atomic-temporary-17826715.wpcomstaging.com/2011/08/29/glazed-quail-and-potato-turnip-puree/ but since there were no quail in the freezer, and it’s strictly verboten to buy anything before I’ve used what I already have, chicken thighs it was. Of course the chicken thighs require … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, English, Food and Wine, Main dishes, Recipes | Tagged bacon, Chicken, cooking, food, recipes | 8 Comments

Balsamic Salmon with Roasted Peppers

Posted on November 25, 2011 by cookinginsens

And then there’s those packages of roasted peppers that I’ve been hoarding in the freezer. Salmon fix! Balsamic Salmon with Roasted Peppers 4 salmon fillets 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp butter 1 tsp olive oil … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Cooking, fish, Food and Wine, Main dishes, Recipes | Tagged balsamic, cooking, Fish, food, peppers, recipes, salmon | 10 Comments

Ham and Eggs

Posted on November 25, 2011 by cookinginsens

When I was about 9 years old, I remember visiting my father’s relatives on their farm near Williamsburg, Virginia. The two things that really impressed me about these Virginians were their welcome fish fry with homemade ice cream and their … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Cooking, Food and Wine, Main dishes | Tagged breakfast, cooking, Eggs, food, ham | 8 Comments

Crispy, Twice Cooked Duck

Posted on November 23, 2011 by cookinginsens

I found the inspiration for this meal on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCkX6rFYROE. Sounded like a great way to use the 4 enormous duck legs in the freezer. I liked the idea of marinating then roasting the duck before deep frying. To accompany … Continue reading →

Posted in Asian, Cooking, Food and Wine, Main dishes, Recipes | Tagged asian, cooking, duck, food, recipes | 19 Comments

Pork Chops with Fennel and Cabbage

Posted on November 22, 2011 by cookinginsens

Jacques, the ex-butcher and I are going to have a taste off when my sanglier is ready. He will be making a dry cured ham, French style. I think he’ll be surprised with the flavor and texture of the … Continue reading →