The gray days of late winter are all about California’s fickle weather. Today it’s rainy and cold, even snow on our local mountains. Staying present my senses are telling me soup. Classic tomato soup takes on a Italian profile–Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup with Parmesan Toast is a comforting little jewel. Continue reading Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup & Parmesan Toast
I was born craving summer. I know it is winter here in Southern California, but by the shore on many days the sun still burns bright. Now craving a winter picnic that includes a perfect portable salad. Here is my version of Greenhouse Couscous Salad–a summer jewel in winter. Continue reading Jamie’s Greenhouse Couscous
Dining with elegance and simplicity. Humble flatbread is topped with the a thick, delicious rich tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and Herbes de Provençe. Flatbreads Provencal with Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella– Beautiful Food By Design from the kitchen. Continue reading Flatbreads Provençal with Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella
What do to with the rag-tag left over tomatoes from the garden? Fresh Tomato Chutney is a savory-sweet-hot spread for sandwiches, the cheese platter, as a dip—a versatile spread is always a little jewel. Continue reading Fresh Tomato Chutney
Sometimes, a walk out into the garden defines the next meal–such is the case with this Green Tomato salsa–a little jewel recipe of the season, once again. Continue reading Roasted Green Tomato Salsa
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