by Brian | Jul 28, 2011 | Really Simple, Recipes
In yesterday’s blog for corn ice cream, I mentioned that its creator, Jeni Bauer, suggested freezing the ice cream in alternating layers: ice cream and blackberry sauce. Instead, we made the sauce on the side and served it on top of the ice cream. Either way,...
by Suzi | Mar 10, 2011 | Really Simple
“Does it really matter?” Brian asked me. I would say my husband was being sincere, and not lazy, but I know him. Definitely lazy. “Get the tongs and get going.” I said. He obeyed. And, in the end, he agreed that it was better to follow the...
by Brian | Oct 6, 2010 | Really Simple, Recipes
“Don’t add salt.” Suzen was issuing a command, not a suggestion. I had just described the dinner I was planning. I’m upstate and she’s in the city. Her antennae are always up when I’m on my own, the kitchen is mine, and she’s wondering what the devil I’m going to...
by Suzi | Oct 3, 2010 | Really Simple, Recipes
There you are in the produce aisle. There it is: big, colorful, obviously ripe and juicy. You try to walk past, but it murmurs “Buy me” and you succumb. It’s okay. You are only human and mangos have that tropical reputation. Don’t feel guilty. Who could resist? But,...
by Brian | Sep 26, 2010 | Really Simple, Recipes
These early fall nights are brisk in New York, but the days have been warm. The farm stands are crowded with an abundance of corn. At five for a buck, it’s irresistible. But after you have eaten a couple of ears apiece, what do you do with the leftovers? Salsa. Corn...
by Suzi | Aug 27, 2010 | Cooking Classes, Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Really Simple, Recipes
A good cocktail can become great when the rim of the glass adds extra flavor or texture. Thank about that margarita glass rimmed with salt [or sugar!]. A Cosmo would not be a Cosmo without a rim of bright sugar. Here’s an idea Brian and I found quite...
