Seared Scallops with Hollandaise Sauce

This was such an easy meal I did not even take pictures to show how it is made, but once I was done I wish I had.  This although so simple and straightforward; was an elegant and tasty meal.  Something so simple yet it was diverse in flavor and texture.  A real keeper. Making your…

Witlof au Jambon avec Sauce Béchamel

Witlof, literally “white leaf”, is also known as Belgium Endive, until last week I had never had this vegetable, endives can be cooked or used raw in salads. After looking this vegetable up I have found that endives are rich in many vitamins and minerals, especially in folate also known as folic acid and vitamins…

Spiced Eggnog

So before thanksgiving while having Sunday dinner with the family, we happened on the conversation of eggnog. Turns out the kids love eggnog; even requesting it for Thanksgiving. Rather than buy it at the store I decided to try my hand at making it.  I am really glad I did although it takes two days…

Apple, Cranberry, and Carraway stuffed Chicken

We had company visiting from France and I wanted to do a pleasant meal for them the one night they would not be hitting a restaurant. I am the perpetual hostess and so love entertaining. I adapted this recipe from epicurious.com, made a few changes but mostly stuck to the recipe. There is no better…