I am really, really crazy about salmon. I eat embarrassing amounts of it sashimi style, make it once a week for my family, and until recently I would order it whenever we went to Francesca's, craving the fabulous crispy sear that eluded me at home. But guess what? I have discovered the salmon searing trick … Continue reading Seared Salmon with Creamy Leeks and Mushrooms
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You Must Make This: Slow Cooked Pork Tacos
Vegetarians, avert your eyes. This post is about tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth meaty goodness. I knew I had to share the recipe when the first words out of my son's mouth after one bite were, "Please tell me you made enough for leftovers!". It is incredibly easy - heat and time do all of the hard … Continue reading You Must Make This: Slow Cooked Pork Tacos
the aesthete and the dilettante 