A feast for the eyes and belly, Mimi Thorisson writes about her life in Medoc France with her photographer husband, children and dogs. I love going to her site for her wonderful recipes, that remind me of the things my Grandma Naomi used to cook. The photography, done by her husband, is really beautiful.
Has everyone figured out what they are making for Easter? Here’s a few links to help. Or, possibly make you second guess your decision, like this wonderful looking baked ricotta!
This is what I’m making.
You gotta have hot cross buns!
Dana at Minimalist Baker made these yummy peanut butter eggs.
Hop over to Jordan’s site and get the how to for these cute bunny ear treat bags.
Happy Easter everyone!
I’m sure you’ve heard about the 21st century update of Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice called The Lizzie Bennet Diaries Today was the last episode of the web-series and I just have to say, as an Internet fan and especially as a die-hard Janeite, its brilliant!
I must admit I’m feeling a little bereft without my twice weekly (sometimes thrice weekly once Lydia’s vids popped up) dose of Bennet drama.
Well, I guess there’s nothing left to do but go back and watch them all AGAIN!
Who want’s to wear something complicated when there are Easter eggs to be hunted and 10 lbs.of Lamb to be muscled in an out of the oven? Not me. Be comfortable for your Easter gathering.
When I was last in London the Shard was just being built. Next time I’m “in town” this is definitely on the list of where to go!
It’s worth it to plug-in your headphones to get the full immersive experience!
When we decided on New York for our family vacation I asked for a list of things each person wanted to do…
Empire State Building
Lunch at Les Halles
Rockefeller Center & Top of the Rock
See a Yankee Game
Shop at Supreme (Gavin)
Have photo taken with The Wall Street Bull (Kellen)
A day at Coney Island
Natural History Museum
Have an authentic New York Pastrami Sandwich
Picnic in Central Park
Check out Grand Central Terminal
Dinner in Little Italy
Visit 911 Memorial
I must say, this is why I love planning trips so much! Scouring the Internet for places to go and see and things to eat! Very excited!
A clever “recipe comic” for Saveur Magazine from illustrator Lucy Knisley and writer Erin Meister
Now I want a doughnut.
No chance to take a proper photo of my effort last night so here’s a picture of my journal with the recipe scrawled quickly in it.
Steak & Potato Soup
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 lb Stew Beef
1 medium Onion
1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
6 cups Beef Broth
2 Carrots
4 Yukon Gold Potatoes
1 cup Fresh Mushrooms
2 tablespoons snipped Fresh Parsley
Heat a large stew pot or dutch oven over medium high heat and add the olive oil.
Cut the stew beef into smaller pieces to make it more spoon friendly.
Season the beef with salt and pepper to taste. Brown the beef, in batches if you need to, then set aside.
Dice the onion and add to the pot and cook until it’s softened. Add the herb de Provence and Worcestershire sauce then stir to combine.
Add back in the beef then add the beef broth. Allow the soup to come to a boil then put the lid on the pot and turn the heat down to a simmer.
Cook for 2 hours stirring occasionally.
After 2 hours of cooking the meat should be tender and the stock reduced a little.
Chop the rest of the vegetables into bite sized chunks and add to the soup. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes or until the carrots and potatoes are tender.
Snip a few sprigs of parsley over the top for color and serve.
If you’d like to make your soup thicker add a bit of cornstarch slurry (1 part cornstarch to 2 parts cold water)
The flames of my girl crush on the most excellent Nigella Lawson have been fanned even higher with this beautiful new book. The recipes (so far) are no fail and so easy!
You. Guys! This is the most charming thing I’ve seen in a long time!
The Paperman by Disney Directed by John Kahrs, uses a mix of traditional and CG animation techniques.
Kathleen Rear 