We are in Central Norway, on the scenic route ‘Peer Gynt’. We found a beautiful spot to spend the night. We avoid being surrounded by trees as there is a strong wind. I have some leek and mushrooms as vegetables. I thought to serve them with a creamy pasta, combined with crispy bacon for me … More Outdoor cooking
I love the umami flavor of anchovies, which brings me back to the first time I tasted ‘bagna cauda’ in Torino, an amazing city in the Piemonte. I gradually found my ideal mixture between canned anchovies, dried spices, garlic and light cream ( instead of butter). The original recipe is meant for a dip sauce … More With the idea of ‘bagna cauda’ in my mind
Although even in the world of ‘fruit and vegetables’ seasons become more and more confusing, I try to cook with local and thus seasonal products. I surely don’t have to explain how all those winter ingredients influence our intestinal motility and flatulence🙃 and how welcome this Friday evening’s meal is : tagliatelle with oven baked … More So happy to see them 💓
Elegant cooking is not really my thing. During weekends I try to add some extra effort ( without adding too many kcal). Tonight farro ( less carbs than risotto rice), artichokes and a creamy parmesan sauce are the ingredients for our dinner. Chop and fry 1 red onion, 4 garlic cloves and 1 chili in … More This is a good one
Saffron from the Tuscan hills nearby (Rapolano Terme) has an incredible delicate smell and flavor. The following recipe does justice to this fantastic ingredient. Add 1 large pinch of saffron to 125 ml of light cream. Mix. Chop and fry 4 garlic cloves, 1 chili and 600 grams chopped courgettes in 1 table spoon of … More Local saffron and local gnocchi
I bought one of those containers to create 6 little croissants but couldn’t decide the proper timing and suddenly I realized that there was not much time left. Instead of having croissants as a breakfast, I saw this recipe in the november edition of delicious.nl. Prepare the croissants first. Beauty is not important 😉. Cool … More Not for every day
Yes, I admit, I’m obsessed with the ritual of a dinner. So, even if I’m not well, I want to have a proper meal ( the only exception is a gastrointestinal issue). After a night without sleeping because of a sinus infection, I try to take it easy today. For 2p, boil 100 grams of … More Even if you are not well
Before our move to Italy, the original plan was to move to the area of WashingtonDC. We went house hunting and got to know really wonderful people, such as Kathy and Peter, but the gut feeling about moving to US wasn’t right. It took a few weeks before deciding not to go, but Kathy, Peter … More Our US heritage: Kathy and Peter and old bay seasoning.
Slice two cucumbers, 1 huge red onion and 4 medium sized precooked potatoes thinly and put in an oiled round oven dish. Spread 200 ml of super light cream mixed with 4 chopped garlic cloves, 1 table spoon of dried thyme, pepper and salt. Finish with 1-2 table spoons of grated parmigiano. Put in a … More Food in layers
A quiche as a solitary dish for 2p can be too much but is a perfect lunch for the following day, or if you are both really hungry, can be finished. Puff pastry is probably the most elegant dough for a quiche. Prebaking is always better to guarantee a cripsy bottom. Instead of using dried … More Good looking quiche
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