Chicken and Turkey
Chicken, Peach, Feta, and Spinach Salad
Last night I made this no-cook salad, perfect for a hot evening. I used leftover chicken from the previous night and peaches from our peach
August 24, 2010
Here are the simple recipes I cook at a mountain getaway, along with the stories about our adventures in the high Sierra. You’ll find dishes that are perfect for easy meals at home or at your own favorite retreat. Read more…
I teach cooking at a homeless housing program to help the residents move towards self-sufficiency and personal success. I’m often rewarded by my students’ appreciation of a good home cooked meal. In this section, you’ll read about our classes, my evolving relationship with these interesting people, and discover the super easy, inexpensive and tasty recipes. Read more…
The recipes on this blog are fresh, gluten free and so satisfying, no one will notice that anything is missing. As the former food editor for Bon Appetit magazine, I have high standards, and the dishes here are so delicious, everyone loves them. Read more…
Gluten Free
Peach Picking at Mas Masumoto’s Farm- Fresh Peach Chutney
Last weekend I went peach picking near Fresno, and returned home with cases of fragrant Elbertas. These beauties taste like summer, the way peaches are
August 23, 2010
Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch
Maple-Pecan Granola and Pluot Jam for Video Filming Crew
I spent an entire day filming a video announcing the new Williams-Sonoma cookbook: Cooking at Home. This volume offers classic recipes, with modern flavor twists,
August 23, 2010
Gluten Free
Grilled Wild Alaskan Salmon with Sauteed Cherry Tomatoes
Wild salmon is one of my favorite foods. I am not speaking about frozen or farmed salmon; I love the fresh, wild fish from Alaska.
August 20, 2010
Gluten Free
Arctic Char with Kumquat Gremolata
Roasted Fennel and Potatoes
Arctic char is among my favorite fish; I love its delicate, sweet flavor and pink colored flesh that flakes ever so delicately. I love how
April 27, 2010
Chicken and Turkey
Sunday Roast Chicken
Sunday was chilly and rainy; I was cold and wanted to warm up the house, and nothing cozies up a house better than a roasting
February 26, 2010