Monthly Archives: October 2013

_______ fish with frilly herb salad

Posted on 28/10/2013 by oneexpatslife

My work travel schedule has quieted to a dull roar and I am bound and determined to get back into the kitchen and get caught up on my French Fridays with Dorie cooking before the holiday madness hits. Honestly, if … Continue reading →

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muenster cheese souffle

Posted on 25/10/2013 by oneexpatslife

I am slowly getting more comfortable with souffles. S-L-O-W-l-y! I keep my expectations low and each one feels like a major victory. But this week Dorie decided to test my souffle confidence with a hunk of smelly cheese. If you … Continue reading →

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boeuf a la mode

Posted on 22/10/2013 by oneexpatslife

Over the course of cooking through an entire cookbook, one gets to know the author a little through her recipes. I have never had the pleasure of meeting Dorie, but after cooking over 150 of her recipes, I’ve learned a … Continue reading →

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caramel-almond custard tart

Posted on 18/10/2013 by oneexpatslife

Why is the last day of vacation so sad? For the last two and a half weeks I have been visiting friends and family in the US, with two teenage nephews in tow who had never been to the States … Continue reading →

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salad nicoise

Posted on 05/10/2013 by oneexpatslife

You can read a thousand different recipes for Salad Nicoise and, while the authors may tweak or play around a bit, the basic ingredients remain the same: tuna, boiled potatoes, green beans, olives, and anchovies. And, while I love salad … Continue reading →

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