The first signs of spring are here in LA: bulbs emerging from their winter’s sleep, the verdant green of the farmer’s market is expanding with fresh green garlic and green peas, fruit trees are flowering; but don’t blink, you may miss these first signs of spring which pass so quickly in this warm southern climate. Spring always arrives, no matter how harsh and unpredictable the winter prior has been. Cream of Celery Soup with Rice is built on all ingredients green, a Bijouxs to enjoy until spring arrives. Continue reading Cream of Celery Soup with Rice
Category: Recipes
Anise Pound Cake
A cup of tea: the simple ritual, historically at 4 pm, but anytime is time for a cup of tea. To compliment a warming cup I offer Anise Pound Cake, a luscious, light buttery cake infused with touches of anise – a Bijouxs of simple proportions. Continue reading Anise Pound Cake
Fennel & Garlic Roasted Pork
The big game Sunday is almost here…so what are you serving? How about an incredible Fennel and Garlic Roasted Pork, slow roasted to fork-tender, then piled high on ciabatta rolls? This slow roasted, “porchetta-like” recipe is a little jewel for a game day or any casual event, and comes with a lighter version as well: the Bijouxs take on an Italian marketplace classic. Continue reading Fennel & Garlic Roasted Pork
Date, Fig & Balsamic Conserve
The simple Bijouxs of harnessing the summer sunshine in winter: Date, Fig and Balsamic Conserve. This rich, sweet-tart conserve is somewhere between a jam and a condiment, enhancing foods both the savory and sweet, a Bijouxs for the winter season. Continue reading Date, Fig & Balsamic Conserve
Bijouxs Basics: Cast Iron Skillet
It’s 2011 the beginning of a New Year and time to start at the beginning for Bijouxs Basics. The #1 Bijouxs Basics kitchen equipment nomination goes to the humble cast iron skillet, it can handle almost any cooking task, it’s steady and sure – a Bijouxs you can count for a lifetime. Continue reading Bijouxs Basics: Cast Iron Skillet